ISLAND BLOCK & PAVING | VERIFIED BRICKS, BLOCKS & PAVERS. NO GREENWASHING. JUST THE REAL DEAL.
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Verified Bricks, Blocks & Pavers. No Greenwashing. Just the Real Deal.
When it comes to sustainability claims genuine transparency along with third party verification matters. Island Block & Paving proudly manufactures Australia’s first ever Carbon Neutral and GreenRate level A Certified range of Bricks, Blocks, Pavers and Retaining Wall Systems; setting a new benchmark for verified low-impact construction materials. In an industry where environmental claims are common, it’s important to distinguish between marketing and measurable performance.
What is Greenwashing?
Greenwashing refers to the practice of providing false or misleading environmental claims to make a product appear more sustainable than it truly is.
Some examples of greenwashing in the construction industry include:
• A company markets ‘greenness’ whilst focusing on only a limited range of its projects or products.
• Misleading claims not supported by third-party verification & publicly disclosed.
• False carbon-neutrality claims
With the construction industry contributing 37% of global carbon emissions; it is important for consumers/specifiers to be supported with current third-party verified evidence to back up any claims.
Our measures to avoid Greenwashing?
Transparency is vitally important for all specifiers, builders and government agencies. At Island Block & Paving, all sustainability credentials are third-party verified each year by Global GreenTag, one of the world’s most trusted eco labels. Our public disclosure and level of sustainable credentials are industry leading. Verified certificates are available from our website and include the following: Carbon Neutral Certification, GreenRate Level A certification, Platinum level Product Health Declaration (disclosing no VOC’s), Environmental Product Declaration and ISO 9001 QMS certification.
Design Support for ArchiTeam members.
When it comes to specifying sustainable masonry, Island Block & Paving goes beyond simply supplying Carbon Neutral bricks, blocks, pavers and retaining wall systems. Established in 1993, our experienced team partners with architects and designers to deliver personalised, project specific support - from early concept through to final construction.
At the core of our service is a technical understanding of masonry design to Australian standards, underpinned by decades of hands-on experience in manufacturing, specification, and installation. Whether you’re seeking guidance on structural performance, product selection, or aesthetic finish, our team provides detailed technical advice tailored to your project’s scale, site conditions, and sustainability goals.
We understand that no two projects are the same. That’s why we collaborate closely with specifiers to help achieve the perfect balance between design intent and practical application - offering engineering support, set out support, technical data sheets and customised project samples - readily available at islandblock.com.au.
Free Design Services
- Engineering support backed by CMAA staff
- Fire, Acoustic design to AS 3700
- Mortar recommendations
- Technical data sheets and brochures
- Assistance with masonry set out to eliminate cutting
- Free DWG and CAD details
- Hit and Miss or curved brick or block design details
- LRV and SRV ratings
- Retaining Wall and Permeable Paving design
- Speciality colours for major projects
- Product Samples delivered to your door
- Architects sample boards for project presentations
By choosing Island Block & Paving, you’re not just specifying a product - you’re choosing authenticity, verified performance, and a commitment to reducing the industry’s environmental footprint.
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To order samples or speak with a specifier, contact Jackson Thurlow | National Sales Manager — 0437 795 978 or jthurlow@islandblock.com.au
