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After all the pavers for both the path and the circular patio are laid and all edging is secured, it's crucial to compact the entire paver surface. Attach a protective rubber mat to the bottom plate of the plate compactor. This mat is essential to prevent any chipping, scratching, or damage to the paver surfaces during compaction. Operate the plate compactor over the entire paved area, making several overlapping passes. The vibration from the compactor will cause the pavers to settle evenly into the uncompacted sand bed, firmly seating them and pushing the sand up into the joints between them. Work systematically and slowly to achieve uniform settlement and a stable paver surface across both patio areas.