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Step 4 · Lay Sand Setting Bed

Add a layer of coarse sand (e.g., coarse masonry sand or concrete sand) over the compacted gravel. Aim for a consistent thickness of about 1 inch. Use screed rails (pipes or lumber) to strike off the sand to a perfectly level surface, ensuring it is slightly below the final desired paver height to account for paver thickness.

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Step 4 · Lay Sand Setting Bed

Add a layer of coarse sand (e.g., coarse masonry sand or concrete sand) over the compacted gravel. Aim for a consistent thickness of about 1 inch. Use screed rails (pipes or lumber) to strike off the sand to a perfectly level surface, ensuring it is slightly below the final desired paver height to account for paver thickness.

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How to Build Paver Steps into a Hill

Step 4 of 11·14 hr left

Excavate for Step Base
120 minutes5 items
Install Retaining Edge (Optional but Recommended)
90 minutes4 items
Add and Compact Paver Base
180 minutes4 items
4
Lay Sand Setting Bed
60 minutes3 items
5
Set First Row of Pavers
90 minutes5 items
6
Lay Subsequent Rows of Pavers
240 minutes4 items
7
Cut Pavers for Edges and Risers
120 minutes6 items
8
Install Risers and Treads
180 minutes5 items
9
Sweep Joint Sand
60 minutes3 items
10
Compact Paver Surface
60 minutes2 items
11
Final Joint Sand Application and Cleaning
30 minutes3 items
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