When laying a paver patio, driveway, or walk, it’s important to start with a good foundation of crush stone to prevent settling over time.
After the crushed stone base has been raked and leveled, use a mechanical plate compactor to compact the crushed stone to prevent any future settling.
Next, level a layer of sand on top of the crushed stone, then lay the pavers. Finally, sweep sand into the cracks between the pavers and run the compactor over the area again to make sure the sand fills the gaps between the pavers.
Watch the video above to find out more.
VIDEO TRANSCRIPT
If you’re creating an outdoor surface with pavers to improve your home, you want to do it right. That means starting with a solid foundation of crushed stone base material.
Once the base is in place and graded smooth, it should be compacted with a mechanical plate compactor to prevent future settling. After the sand and pavers are added, run the compactor over the area again to ensure that the sand completely fills the space between the pavers.
Further Information
- Tips for Laying a Paver Patio (video)
- How to Lay a Paver Patio (video/article)
- How to Build a Brick Paver Patio (video)
- Installing a Paver Patio (video)
