Prepare and Compact Sub-Base (Large Area)
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How NOT to build a paver patio. Why they FAIL and how to do a DIY repair on landscaping. 4 k video
What happens here
After removing the pavers, excavate any old sand and loose base material from the exposed area. Fill the excavated area with fresh Class 5 aggregate (a type of granular fill that compacts well). Ensure the Class 5 aggregate is added to a depth that, once compacted, will leave approximately 1 inch below the desired finished paver height. Use a vibratory plate compactor (also known as a 'wacker plate') to thoroughly compact the Class 5 aggregate. Multiple passes in different directions are recommended for optimal compaction. Use a level to periodically check the grade and ensure the base is consistent and properly sloped for drainage.
Goal: Establish a stable and properly graded sub-base using Class 5 aggregate for a large repair section.
Tools and materials
- Gloves — Protecting hands
- Level — Checking the grade and ensuring a consistent, level sub-base
- Shovel — Excavating old material and spreading new Class 5 aggregate
- Vibratory Plate Compactor — Compacting the Class 5 aggregate for a stable sub-base
- Wheelbarrow Truper — Transporting Class 5 aggregate to the repair site
- Class 5 Aggregate — Establishing a stable and compactable sub-base
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