Prepare Sub-Base and Lay Geotextile
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What happens here
The video opens by showing the work in progress on a driveway border. While not explicitly shown, the initial phase of any paver installation involves preparing the sub-base. This typically includes excavating the area to a specific depth, laying down a geotextile fabric to prevent weed growth and stabilize the base, and then spreading and compacting a layer of crushed stone or gravel. The quality of this base is crucial for the long-term stability and drainage of the paver system.
Goal: Create a stable and well-drained foundation for the paver border.
Tools and materials
- Plate Compactor — Compacting the sub-base and granular base layers
- Rakes — Spreading and leveling granular base material
- Shovels — Excavating the area for the border
- Wheelbarrow — Transporting excavated soil and base materials
- Crushed Stone — Creating a stable, well-draining base layer
- Geotextile Fabric — Stabilizing the sub-base and preventing weed growth