Interlocking Tiles - Harmful for Kerala? - V-Con Industries

Interlocking the tiles at homes is now popular in Kerala. It has proved to have so many benefits than the early method of paving. The early methods of paving the yard were dominated by crushed rocks, gravel stones, white pebbles, sand, and cement pavements.

The problem with the rocks, sand, and stones is that it gets carried away with time due to the movement of vehicles, cleaning and sometimes activity of wind. Also, during summers, these building materials radiate heat and the presence of the dust from them can cause asthma and other diseases.

Paving with cement had more advantages than these construction materials. The cement and concrete pavements were smooth to travel and are friendly for walking and driving vehicles. But with time small splits and breaks appear in cement pavements through which mosses and other small plants grow. In rainy seasons, these pavements become slippery due to the appearance of colonies of fungus.

 Are interlocking tiles harmful to Trees and plants?

• Before interlocking the space where you wish to, look at what all plants and trees are in that space.
•  While placing interlocking tiles, give enough space around the trees.
•  You can also add slope tilt to this space to ensure the rainwater passes through, depending on the elevation.

 Are interlocking tiles risk to the groundwater level?

• Before deciding to interlock, include a proper drainage system to the design work that suits your plot.
• While laying interlock tiles, make sure the rainwater falling on it gets directed to drainage.

Is the Corporation or Local Bodies against Interlocking? 

There is no law that states to ban interlocking. What makes the activists and the responsible bodies to make restriction is due to the improper planning or mismanagement done during construction. 

Thiruvananthapuram Council Corporation allows the use of interlocking tiles with proper drainage. Their concern as mentioned is about the groundwater and the standing collection of rainwater which causes not only drought but also insect-borne infections.

Also, as discussed in solutions, the existing trees can be kept without cutting them or destroying them. It is also suggested to have a proper consultation with horticulturists to know this more.

Keeping all these issues as a primary concern, V-Con industries in Kottayam has developed the view of introducing eco-friendly ground tiles to Kerala. With more than a decade of experience, professionals of V-con improvise timely its production and paving with respect to all standards. To know, how easily you can beautify your yard - Visit V-Con Industries in Ettumanoor, Kottayam.