Are you looking to level up your outdoor living this summer? We are here to help with a complete guide to patio paver installation, including some of our favorite tricks for lasting enjoyment.
Manzer’s Landscape Design and Development is here to enhance your experience of home. Our award-winning team delivers beautiful hardscape projects from patios to poolside kitchens and more. Here’s a complete guide to patio paver installation from our expert team.
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A complete guide to patio paver installation for your home
Patio pavers are a great way to create a beautiful, functional outdoor living space. Patios can transform your sense of residence during the warmer months – and it doesn’t take much. Here's a complete guide to patio paver installation.
1. Plan and design
Planning and designing your space is the first step for any successful landscaping project. Decide on the size, shape, and location of your patio. Consider the type of paver you want to use and the pattern you want to create. Our award-winning team can help you create the ideal patio design to suit your needs. We can also help you order the materials necessary to complete the job.
2. Excavate and grade
The next step is to excavate the area where your patio will be located to a depth of at least six inches. It’s important to grade the site to ensure water drains away from the deck. Then, you’ll want to use a compactor to ensure the soil is firm and even.
3. Lay base material
Once you’ve prepared the patio base, you’re ready to lay the base layer. Lay a base layer of crushed gravel to a depth of three to four inches. Use a compactor to make sure the gravel is level.
4. Add a sand layer
A sand layer is used to fill in the holes left between the gravel. Sand does a great job of filling in those empty spaces to ensure your base layer is secure. Add a layer of sand on top of the gravel. Spread it evenly to a depth of one inch. Level the sand using a screed board or straight edge.
5. Edge to form a secure perimeter
Install edging materials around the perimeter of the patio. This will help keep the pavers in place and prevent them from shifting over time.
6. Install pavers
Start laying pavers from one corner of the patio. Lay them in the desired pattern, and make sure they are level. Use a rubber mallet to tap them into place if necessary. Cut pavers as needed to fit around any obstacles.
7. Finishing touches
It wouldn’t be a complete guide to patio paver installation without discussing the finishing touches. Once the pavers are all in place, spread a layer of sand over the top of the patio. Use a broom to sweep the sand into the joints between the pavers. This will help hold the pavers in place and prevent weed growth. Once the sand has settled, you can furnish and place planters.
Award-winning patio design and installation
If a patio is on your wishlist for this summer, our team is here to help build the deck of your dreams. This complete guide to patio paver installation comes from a team with many years of experience delivering beautiful outdoor living spaces to happy clients throughout Westchester County, NY. Working with a landscaping company for yard maintenance is the best way to know your space is adequately cared for.
Get in touch with our team today! Call (914) 739-2020 or contact us online.