Tuesday, October 8, 2013

Installing pavers for a walkway or patio

Installing pavers for a walkway or patio
  Delimit the area to reorganize using a spray paint. Please allow 6 inches longer on each side to give better accessibility and space for the installation of curbs . Excavate 9 inches deep in sandy soil , and 12 inches in a clay soil. Provide a 2% slope to allow the flow of surface water. Install a geotextile membrane that prevents contamination of the stone 0-3/4 " with the existing soil . Place wooden pegs inside the surface every 10 feet. 


 Tension rope at the same level which will be installed the pavement. Backfill with 3 inches of crushed stone 0-3/4 " water lightly and compact with a vibrating plate in one direction and then the other. Repeat this process until you have obtained a foundation of 6 inches deep in sandy soil and 9 inches in clay soil . ( the depth of the foundation may differ depending on the model selected keypad) Install the two metal pipes at a distance of 6 feet at the same level as the bed of stone dust. Spread 1 inch of stone dust. Slide the wooden board on metal pipes and hoses to move progressively . Remove excess stone dust. Blocks in the first place a wedge forming an angle of 90 degrees depending on the selected pattern . For more uniform texture and harmonizing hues , it is recommended to source several pallets at a time, from top to bottom and depending on how much you need. If necessary, cut the blocks with a concrete saw .  

Installing pavers for a walkway or patio

 Move away from the area because the resulting dust irrevocably stain pavers installed. Remember to wear safety glasses and ear shells when cutting . Check the alignment of the blocks every 5 rows and correct if necessary with the help of a screwdriver. Install the keypad and press edges to nails 10 " every 2 feet Alternative: . Installing concrete curbs Make sure the edges are stable and level If necessary, cut the edges with the concrete saw and . . dig a little deeper into the foundation 0-3/4 "to the desired height. The surface must be completely dry. Mortar sand spread evenly over the surface and fill the joints towards using the brush . Remove excess sand. 

 Alternative : Use polymeric sand that repels ants and other insects and prevents the growth of weeds. For installation of polymeric sand , refer to the Technical Guide. It is necessary to keep a few extra pavers for replacement .

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