Patio Base Preparation and Paving
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What happens here
After the pool is set, the extensive 'patio space' is constructed around it and adjacent to the lower retaining wall. This involves preparing a stable sub-base (compacted gravel and sand), laying large pavers or concrete tiles in a chosen pattern, and filling joints with sand. Care must be taken to ensure proper drainage away from the house and pool, with a slight slope to prevent water pooling.
Goal: Install the large paved patio surrounding the pool.
Tools and materials
- Large Pavers/Tiles Unilock — The surface material of the patio
- Leveling String/Lines Stanley — Maintaining straight lines and proper grade
- Plate Compactor Husqvarna — Compacting the sub-base and pavers
- Rubber Mallet Estwing — Tapping pavers into place
- Bedding Sand Quikrete — Creating a level bed for the pavers
- Crushed Stone/Gravel Local Quarry — Sub-base for the patio
- Polymeric Sand Techniseal — Filling joints between pavers to prevent weed growth and insect infestation