Place and Compact Your Base Material — Stabilize the Base Material
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How to Level a Sinking Paver Step · Step 2 of 4
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After excavation, proceed to place 4 inches of 3/4-inch minus gravel to form the base layer. Use the existing concrete structure as your reference point. Your aim is to build up the gravel base so that its top surface is approximately 2 inches below the level of the concrete. This measurement is crucial to accommodate the 2-inch thickness of the pavers that will be set on top. Once the gravel is spread evenly, use a plate compactor to thoroughly compact the base, ensuring stability and preventing future settling.
Place and Compact Your Base Material — Stabilize the Base Material
Part of project
How to Level a Sinking Paver Step · Step 2 of 4
In this video
After excavation, proceed to place 4 inches of 3/4-inch minus gravel to form the base layer. Use the existing concrete structure as your reference point. Your aim is to build up the gravel base so that its top surface is approximately 2 inches below the level of the concrete. This measurement is crucial to accommodate the 2-inch thickness of the pavers that will be set on top. Once the gravel is spread evenly, use a plate compactor to thoroughly compact the base, ensuring stability and preventing future settling.