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Installation of Lower Patio Base Layer

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What happens here

Once the rough grading is complete for the lowest patio level, geotextile fabric is laid down over the prepared soil. This fabric helps prevent weeds and separates the sub-base from the soil, improving drainage and stability. A thick layer of crushed stone or gravel is then spread over the geotextile fabric. Workers use shovels and rakes to evenly distribute the gravel, and a compactor is utilized to thoroughly compact the base material, creating a solid and stable foundation for the pavers.

Goal: Create a stable, well-drained, and compacted base for the lowest patio section.

Tools and materials

  • Plate Compactor — Compacting the crushed stone base
  • Rakes — Leveling crushed stone
  • Shovels — Spreading crushed stone
  • Crushed Stone/Gravel — Creating the compacted base layer for the patio
  • Geotextile Fabric — Weed barrier and base stabilization