Cutting and Fitting Pavers
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A little tiered patio walkway to ease the transition down to the pool deck?? Don't mind if I do!!
What happens here
Once the drainage channels are installed, you will need to cut pavers to fit precisely along the edges of the channels and any other irregular areas. Use a wet saw (also known as a concrete saw or power cutter) equipped with a diamond blade for clean, accurate cuts. Keep the saw's blade wet with water during cutting to reduce dust and prevent overheating. Measure and mark each paver before cutting, ensuring a snug fit. After cutting, place the custom-sized pavers around the drainage channels, maintaining the patio's overall pattern and level.
Goal: Achieve precise paver fits around drainage and obstacles.
Tools and materials
- Diamond Blade — The cutting component of the wet saw, designed for masonry
- Hearing Protection — Protecting ears from the loud noise of the wet saw
- Marking Pencil/Chalk — Marking cut lines on the pavers
- Measuring Tape — Accurately measuring pavers before cutting
- Safety Glasses — Protecting eyes from flying debris and dust
- Water Hose — Supplying water to the wet saw blade for cooling and dust suppression
- Wet Saw — Precisely cutting pavers to fit around the drainage channels and other edges
- Work Gloves — Protecting hands during cutting and handling pavers
- Patio Pavers — The material being cut and installed