Fill Joints and Final Clean-up
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Front walkway + porch reno #hardscape #pool #hardscaping #paverpatio #construction
What happens here
Once all pavers are laid on both the walkway and the porch and all edges are secured, sweep polymeric sand into all the paver joints. Use a stiff push broom to ensure the sand fills the joints completely, working it deep into the crevices. Then, lightly mist the entire paver surface with water to activate the polymeric sand, which will harden and lock the pavers in place. This hardening process helps prevent weed growth, insect infestation, and erosion of the joint material. Finally, perform a thorough clean-up, removing any excess sand or debris from the newly installed paver surfaces.
Goal: Secure pavers, prevent weeds, and finalize the project.
Tools and materials
- Garden Hose with Spray Nozzle — For lightly misting polymeric sand to activate it
- Leaf Blower — For clearing fine dust and excess sand from the paver surface before wetting polymeric sand
- Push Broom — For sweeping polymeric sand into joints and general clean-up
- Polymeric Sand — For filling and stabilizing paver joints