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Install and Compact Aggregate Base Over Frozen Sub-Base

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yes but also no. #hardscape

What happens here

If the initial excavation and compaction of the sub-base soil were successfully completed *before* the ground froze, then it is acceptable to proceed with laying the aggregate base layer. A 3/4 inch clean limestone (also known as 2b stone) can be spread directly onto the pre-compacted, now-frozen base. This stone layer can then be compacted to consolidate any air space, and pavers can begin to be laid on top of this stable, compacted aggregate.

Goal: Utilize previously prepared frozen sub-base for aggregate and paver installation.

Tools and materials

  • Compactor N/A — Compacting the aggregate base layer
  • 3/4 inch clean limestone — The aggregate base layer for the patio
  • Pavers N/A — The surface layer of the patio