Sandstone Paver Patio Construction: 5 Tips Sandstone Paver Patio Construction: 5 Tips
For patio construction, sandstone pavers are ideal for most climates. Their handsome coloring and ease of cutting make them simple to use. Note these 5 tips to build your sandstone patio easily and effectively. Lay out your pavers on the grass and finalize the layout before you build a base. Choose nearly identical pavers, or go for a range of sizes. Lay and fasten the sandstones in place around the border of your layout and work toward the center. Put in 2/3 of the water called for in the portland cement mix to be placed under each sandstone paver. This slightly dry cement forms a more solid bond with the sandstone than wet cement. Allow an overnight period of 12 to 16 hours for the sandstone-cement bond to dry thoroughly. Mix up a batch of the slightly drier blend of cement described above, to serve as grout between the pavers, and press it into the gaps firmly. Wipe off all excess cement from the surfaces of the pavers with a damp cloth, then a dry cloth.Tip #1: Lay Out Sandstone Pavers on Grass
Tip #2: Start Your Paver Layout at the Border
Tip #3: Use Slightly Dry Cement As a Base
Tip #4: Let the Sandstone and Cement Dry Thoroughly
Tip #5: Fill the Gaps Completely