Fill Joints and Compact
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What happens here
Once all pavers are laid, spread polymeric sand (a fine sand with binding agents) generously over the entire paver surface. Use a broom to sweep the sand into all the paver joints, ensuring they are completely filled. Blow off any excess sand from the surface of the pavers with a leaf blower or carefully sweep it away, as any remaining sand on the surface can bind and leave a haze. Finally, lightly mist the entire paver area with water according to the polymeric sand manufacturer's instructions. The water activates the binding agents, hardening the sand in the joints and locking the pavers in place, preventing weed growth and insect infestation.
Goal: Stabilize the pavers and prevent weed growth by filling joints with polymeric sand.
Tools and materials
- Garden Hose with Spray Nozzle Various — Lightly misting polymeric sand to activate binders
- Leaf Blower Various — Removing excess polymeric sand from paver surface
- Stiff-bristle Broom Various — Sweeping polymeric sand into joints