Brick step

[babyseat]

Hi All,

I'm looking to build a brick step using blue engineering bricks on edge as the tread. I'm wondering if this is the best solution though as I'm thinking they may get slippery in the winter. Also, not sure if it will look good or not! A slab for the tread has been ruled out as an option. Happy to recieve any thoughts on this

Many thanks

 

[cdbe]

Have you considered block pavers? Available in a range of colours.

 

[babyseat]

Thanks for the reply, I would potentially do something different but this isn't for me. I'm doing it for someone else. They are keen to use blue engineerings so am just exploring options/opinions so that I can go back to them with something.

 

[stuart45]

I did our step with blues on the outside and concrete in the centre for a bit of grip.

 

[JohnD]

if you are concerned about Blues being slippery in winter, using them as edging will not solve the problem.

I do find engineering bricks a strong and attractive edging for pations and paths. I don't know if slipperyness is a problem. I suppose steps need the most caution. There are other dense paving bricks that are not as smooth. A slight fall should reduce the risk of water lying on the surface.

 

[^woody^]

I did our step with blues on the outside and concrete in the centre for a bit of grip.
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That's a small garden.

 

[stuart45]

if you are concerned about Blues being slippery in winter, using them as edging will not solve the problem.

I do find engineering bricks a strong and attractive edging for pations and paths. I don't know if slipperyness is a problem. I suppose steps need the most caution. There are other dense paving bricks that are not as smooth. A slight fall should reduce the risk of water lying on the surface.

The edging and concrete in the centre works well with mine. Getting the correct fall helps as well. People normally put their feet more towards the centre of the step

 

[Jake2021]

What about combining them engineering block around the sides and block paving in the middle?

 

[stuart45]

What about combining them engineering block around the sides and block paving in the middle?

That's another method that could be used.

 

[babyseat]

Many thanks for all the input...I'll go back to them and mention my concerns and offer some alternatives

 

[JohnD]

does Jersey get much ice and frost?

 

[babyseat]

does Jersey get much ice and frost?

Oh blimey...I forgot I'm shown as being there. It doesn't really but I left years ago..up in Cambs now

 

[JohnD]

the frozen north.

 

[babyseat]

its pretty grim up here