Installing Edging and Curved Sections

What happens here

As the main field pavers are laid, attention turns to defining the walkway's edges and creating any curved sections. This often involves installing border pavers, which can be smaller, different-colored, or textured to create a visual contrast and frame the walkway. For straight edges, these border pavers are laid in a line. For curved sections, flexible plastic or metal edge restraints are typically installed along the desired curve, secured with spikes into the sub-base. Pavers are then cut to fit precisely against these restraints or to form the curve directly. A paver cutter or wet saw is essential for making accurate cuts, especially for intricate curves or fitting around obstacles. Once the border and curved pavers are in place, the outside edge of the walkway can be backfilled with soil or gravel to provide additional lateral support.

Goal: Define the walkway's perimeter and create aesthetic curves