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concrete slab (patio slab)

In French: dalle de béton

Definition

Precast concrete unit that is larger and thinner than a paver relative to its face, laid the same way on bedding and base. Large formats need more care when laying and often two people or a vacuum lifter.

Also called

  • patio slab
  • large-format paver

Other names in French

  • dalle de patio

Sources

  1. Montreal distinguishes pavers and slabs using the CSA definitions (A231.2 for pavers, A231.1 for slabs) and sets a different minimum thickness for each. (s. 4)

    DTNI-3C, Mise en oeuvre des pavés et des dalles en béton ou en pierre naturelle sur lit de pose granulaire · Ville de Montréal