Composite interlocking pavers

Abstract

A composite paver system comprising two distinct types of interlocking pavers, both being formed from a mixture of sawdust and polymers. One type of paver has a groove around the entire periphery, and a plurality of interlocking members are provided to fit into the grooves between adjoining pavers to secure them together. The other type of paver comprises a plurality of tiles all of which are notched at each corner, and at least one interlocking member that fit into the notches at the corners of adjoining tiles. The interlocking members are screwed to the corners to secure the tiles together as one unitary paver. Using both formats an economical composite patio or deck surface can be built at one fourth the weight of conventional cement pavers, at a lower cost (using a wood mitre saw for trimming rather than a diamond cut saw), and yet with increased integrity. Moreover, the reduced thickness and weight of the pavers eases installation by reducing the excavation needed as well as the carrying weight of the pavers thereto.

I claim:  
     
         1 . A composite paver system, comprising: 
 a plurality of solid composite members each being formed from a mixture of sawdust and plastic and having a groove around the entire periphery;    a plurality of interlocking members that fit into the grooves between adjoining composite members.    
     
     
         2 . A composite paver system, comprising: 
 a plurality of solid composite members each being formed from a mixture of sawdust and plastic and being notched at each corner;    a plurality of interlocking members that fit into the notches at the corners of adjoining composite members to secure them together.