Install Paver Base and Main Patio Field
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What happens here
After preparing the sub-base, install a compacted granular base, typically 6-8 inches of crushed stone. This provides a stable and permeable foundation. On top of the base, spread a 1-inch layer of bedding sand, screeding it level to ensure a smooth surface for the pavers. The video shows the main patio area being laid with 'Beacon Hill' pavers in a 45-degree angle pattern, a popular choice for its aesthetic appeal and interlocking properties.
Goal: Lay the foundation and main field of the paver patio.
Tools and materials
- Paver Cutter/Saw — Cutting pavers to size and specific angles
- Plate Compactor — Compacting the granular base and pavers
- Rubber Mallet — Gently tapping pavers into place
- Screed Boards — Leveling the bedding sand
- Beacon Hill Pavers Techo-Bloc — Main field of the patio
- Bedding Sand — Providing a level surface for paver installation
- Crushed Stone — Creating a stable sub-base for the pavers