WE DID IT. We built a damn paver patio based off this video. It came out great. The plate compactor was intensely heavy and we definitely had to figure it out. But all in all-it’s awesome. Can’t believe we did it! Thank you 🙏🏻 for your videos 😄
I am a single mother and I have a child with special needs, my greatest wish is to be able to offer my two children a decent yard to spend the summer, I will try to follow all your instructions and see if I can do it myself, thanks for sharing your wisdom
I took a lot of what you said and implemented it while doing my paver patio build. My operation was a lot smaller but your foundational guidance set me up for success! Your video was a huge help. Thank you!
Not sure whether anyone will read this far down in the comments, but here goes anyway. I watched the videos and built my itty bitty patio... 8 feet x 32 inches. More for storm water guiding than anything else. Instead of the Big Ass Square, I crisscrossed string every few feet creating the outside equivalent of big ass graph paper, and lined up the paver seams under the strings. That kept everything visually square without measuring. For someone like me who does this rarely and wants to take too much time to be precise, this one procedure kept me on track. Else the 1/10th inch or less variations in paver dimensions would drive me crazy lining them up. Thank you for the video - it's a confidence builder.
Thanks for the reminder, I am planning my own DIY project and your comment prompted a memory. I thought I recalled my Father using string to keep his lines straight and prior to that the sand base level. The patio he laid was still there when I visited the property some 10 years later when the house was up for sale. They didn't have big ass squares back in those days either. I'm 60 now and will be doing the supervising as my nephews do the heavy lifting on my own DIY paver project at my new home. I wish you luck if you decide to do a larger project but I think you will be successful because you think outside the box and use common sense.
I feel like I watched a million paver patio laying tutorials and they made me more and more confused. Thank you for explaining everything so calmly, I now feel confident in starting my project!
Thank you so much for posting! It's very helpful to actually see the professional details that you put into this kind of project. I watched few other videos by non-professionals and I loved the comparison. Great job!
I liked when you decided to go with the red colored smaller pavers. They looks real nice. I did this a few years again using 16 x16 pavers for a patio. It has sunken a bit but I plan to re sand the area to level it this year. I washed them and they still look new thanks fully
Getting ready to add on to a paver patio we did a few years ago(first one). It turned out pretty good,but there are some awesome tips/tricks here to not only simplify things,but also to improve upon them. So glad I watched this. Thanks!
You’re so funny. Looks great your work. Gosh I wish you could come and help my husband and I. We are having a heck of a time work our project. Great and helpful video. Thanks.
Awesome vid - quick question for the knowledgeable, before the sand what should I put to create the base/fundamentals? My patio is in Florida so very muddy. Any help is greatly appreciate it!
All youtubers need to watch this video, and copy its style. No BS pointing the camera at your face to hear yourself talk, just shows the content it advertises.
Can you tell me if the sand required for under the bricks are necessary in all areas of the US? Like in the desert the dirt doesn't move would I really need both sand types that you placed under the bricks? Thank you.
Awesome job man. I like the way you screened with the notch cut out. I am getting ready to start a paver patio around my fire pit. However, I’ve got the pit built and the wall going almost completely around. Can you give me any tips?
Thank for the great video. I have a question. If I am replacing old pavers with new ones over an existing walkway can I lay down a new base over the old one? Or do I have to replace everything and start from scratch?
Great tip on cutting the screed on one side and using the pvc on the other! My patio is to wide and this looks like a great alternative to using 2 pvc pipes along the sides.
We have a screened in patio with pavers, grass continues to grow. Should we fill it with the sand? How would we pack the sand down? What would you recommend we do?
This is SO beautiful! Thank you for both of your videos. You’ve helped me tremendously! One question I have is do you put any kind of sealer on the brick after everything dries? Thanks again!
Excellent job Quick question I am getting ready to lay down my pavers They are all 12”x12” can I leave a space in between each paver for a thicker grout line or do I have to butt the blocks together
You will want to abut them hand tight. There is no grout used in interlocking pavers. The keying action of a thin layer of sand will hold them together. If the joint is too thick, the keying action won't be sufficient - the shear force will be greater. A bad analogy might be water tension. you can hold a drop of water in a small space between your fingers. When you pull your fingers too far apart, the droplet breaks apart. surface tension is not the internal angle of friction, but the effect is similar. No polymeric sand will last long enough to counteract this. Polymeric sand does bond, and it does help prevent weeds, but it is not a structural permanent solution. And if you do use grout, It will crack apart as the strength of this paving system is its flexibility. You won't see it move, but it will. That is why there are cracks all along a concrete sidewalk - for movement. Well, that grout will move and crack. All of this is a maintenance nightmare. Just avoid it by installing the interlocking pavers correctly.
Hello. Why start at the lowest elevation? My husband and I are going to add small pathways to our backyard garden and have a gentle slope down away from the house. This is good for drainage but may be challenging to do pavers. We thought to start at the top the highest point. Why is this not right? Thank you in advance!
I would try to get it as level as possible but it’s not a big deal if there are some bumps or divots. I would just be cautious of any big changes in elevation on the base layer, the sand is supposed to be what levels out what the base layer couldn’t. If there is an incline or slope to it, I would make sure it’s close to level with fill dirt and some sort of retaining edge to keep the dirt and sand within the paver area.
If you are going over exsisting patio slab, do you need any base at all? sand? none? would leveling (patio, is old, but no big cracks or dips) mixture work, can i do that?
You can do it. Just take your time and don't cut corners. Fix it now. It is easier to do it right the first time. Make sure everything is well compacted. You should be good to go. Unlike pouring concrete, you could fix something if it did mess up later...try to keep that from happening. Go for it! You'll be a pro just as you finish your job. Then you can charge your neighbors when they want you to do theirs :)
Question, I'm about to have a bunch of paver work done. But what other ground cover options do I have that would be cheaper? I have dogs so, cleaning up their #2s is an unfortunate but necessary task. Grass is out of the question cuz they'll just tear it up.
@@kbanghart There is no cheap groundcover. I have pavers, artificial turf, real turf, and groundcovers- like plants. Pavers and artificial turf are almost identical in price, prep, and maintenance. Plant grouncovers are the most expensive, high maintenance, and slowest to cover. Real turf is relatively cheap (sod not so much) but it is a maintenance pig! I have to overseed every year or two, fertilize, use pre-emergent, post-emergent, fertilize, water, mow, trim, mow, trim... it's endless. You invent a fast, cheap, beautiful low maintenance groundcover(anything), and I'll come work for you! Sorry, there is no magic product. Oh - poured concrete is kind of cheap, but it is ugly, cracks, and is mid maintenance... Plus, it takes the same prep as pavers, and is hard to do it yourself.
Quick question I watched your videos and I put down a paver patio but when I did my first compaction with the vibrating compactor some of my pavers cracked. Any advise on how to prevent this once I replace the broken ones?
Several factors can cause that. Is your crushed gravel base well compacted and smooth? If no, larger rocks can cause point loading which cracks your pavers, Are you using 1" of coarse bedding sand? If no, the same point-loading issue can arise. Rocks stuck to the bottom of a plate compactor can do the same thing. How big are your pavers? Large slab pavers may require a rolling compacter to avoid cracks. Are your pavers 60mm thick or more? Some box stores sell 45mm thick pavers that are not as strong. Also, be sure to buy high-quality pavers that meet or exceed ASTM C936 (standard specification for interlocking concrete paving units). If you are using 2" concrete blocks sometimes referred to as "paver slabs" or other non-professional products, you can quickly run into cracking issues. You can always use old thin carpet remnants or mats to act as a barrier to protect your pavers. You may need to compact more, but it will take out some shock. Be sure not to use anything too thick. There are also protective pad kits for plate compactors just for this reason. Hopefully, you can identify and solve your problem. Good luck!
Can someone explain what he means what he says the lowest elevation around 3:24? I keep seeing that I should have 1/8inch slope every 4 inches for a patio. How do you achieve this? Is it done in the digging phase? Anyone have a video that explains this concept? I didn't see it explained in the video for How to Install A Foundation For Features on this channel either.
This was covered in the layout video: ruclips.net/video/4uYyupApwcg/видео.html Basically, whatever your drainage plan, there will be a lowest spot. In this video it is in a corner. Anyway, start in the lowest point so as you lay pavers, they slide toward each other and not apart. There shouldn't be any noticable movement. It's very small, and is more important if you will be paying paver over a number of days. Also, in case of a large rain, the lowest spot will be paved, so it won't wash out. It will keep your sand from washing away. There is also a base prep video, too. ruclips.net/video/KlWWFO0jRyo/видео.html
Looks great and will use the technique in other areas of the yard. Home I just purchased has an existing concrete slab - level, excellent condition, but very basic. Any suggestions for laying stone over concrete slab?
Yes. It is basically the same. The edging requirements are a bit different and require the use of geotextiles (12"). Search for ICPI-14 for the CAD detail. Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute (ICPI) is a great resource for all paver projects. A quick internet search or visit to their website will get you the info you seek.
dfakjfe fea: A few days. You see all the pavers laid in one day. But it was months from laying the last paver to being able to shoot the poly sand part. We went from fall until the next spring - if I remember correctly. I just didn't sand the joints in that time. That is why there are some weeds. But it allowed the grass to grow around it. Its hard to get a good gauge of time, because filming adds so much more time and complications. We filmed the Fireplace video in there somewhere, too. There is even lost footage of a seat wall somewhere... The key was having the Bobcat do the excavating. That really is the hardest part. Spreading and compacting the the rock was a day or two... It really isn't bad at all. You would be surprised how many tons of gravel you can shovel in a day. The thing to take away is - once you get your rock base in, you are basically home free. That rock base is the same base that is going to be there for years. So it will be fine sitting there for a while until the film crew gets there ;) Actually, there is only two of us that do all of this, we don't get in the biggest rush.
@@michaelcookielover6091 Weeds can thrive in just the sand joint. The best way to REDUCE weeds in polymeric sand in the joints. But nothing will totally eliminate them forever.
Does it matter what kind of sand I use? I live in Florida. My soil is literally sand and I'll have a ton of it once i excavate a different area. Can I use that for the final layer?
It's not too bad. All the pieces are easily handleable. Take it slow and steady. Stay hydrated, don't cut corners, and rent equipment for the hard work. I did this over the course of months due to conflicting schedules. It's going to live out in the elements forever after your finished. It can live in the elements as you work on it.
Our landscape workers are currently installing pavers on the front and sides of our house including the driveway, walkways, side yard and steps. They did not use a compacter on any of it. Should I be worried?
We’re doing a gas fire pit using some wall blocks. Should we build it first and then do pavers around it or do the pavers and the build the fire pit on top?
I have built it both ways and both can work. Unless your firepit fits exactly into a hole you can make with your pavers,I recommend this: Lay your pavers, but don't interlock then with sand. Determine where you want your fire pit. Lay out the first course of stones on top of the pavers. Note every paver that the blocks don't touch. Remove these pavers. This will allow for better drainage. Fill the void with crushed rock used in your paver base. Interlock your pavers with a compactor. Build your fire pit. Fill the form out with at least 2 inches of sand over your pavers. This will protect your pavers and make cleaning your out easier. There is no need to adhere your pit into the pavers, BTW. If your fire pit fits precisely in a space made by removing pavers, then remove the exact footprint. Lay the fire pit on your paver base. Fill with Rick and sand as above.
WE DID IT. We built a damn paver patio based off this video. It came out great. The plate compactor was intensely heavy and we definitely had to figure it out. But all in all-it’s awesome. Can’t believe we did it! Thank you 🙏🏻 for your videos 😄
ruclips.net/video/SZwi84s9LnA/видео.html. "Amazing. she did a great job" watch this video. 📹
Nice Cheryl!
I am a single mother and I have a child with special needs, my greatest wish is to be able to offer my two children a decent yard to spend the summer, I will try to follow all your instructions and see if I can do it myself, thanks for sharing your wisdom
Did you do it
If you’re in Georgia I can get my team to do it, just buy supplies I will do it free
@cannabiscultureenthusiasts you're a real one for that 💯
@@Coffee_ComparativeMythology Maxium Respect,
Ange Guillen you're going to need some help. Get some help from a man. Ask around on social media someone will help you.
I've been watching paver videos for an hour and this is by far the best yet. Thank you
Thanks. We follow ICPI recommendations and specifications in a way non-professionals can follow.
I took a lot of what you said and implemented it while doing my paver patio build. My operation was a lot smaller but your foundational guidance set me up for success! Your video was a huge help. Thank you!
Not sure whether anyone will read this far down in the comments, but here goes anyway. I watched the videos and built my itty bitty patio... 8 feet x 32 inches. More for storm water guiding than anything else. Instead of the Big Ass Square, I crisscrossed string every few feet creating the outside equivalent of big ass graph paper, and lined up the paver seams under the strings. That kept everything visually square without measuring. For someone like me who does this rarely and wants to take too much time to be precise, this one procedure kept me on track. Else the 1/10th inch or less variations in paver dimensions would drive me crazy lining them up. Thank you for the video - it's a confidence builder.
Thanks for the reminder, I am planning my own DIY project and your comment prompted a memory. I thought I recalled my Father using string to keep his lines straight and prior to that the sand base level. The patio he laid was still there when I visited the property some 10 years later when the house was up for sale. They didn't have big ass squares back in those days either. I'm 60 now and will be doing the supervising as my nephews do the heavy lifting on my own DIY paver project at my new home. I wish you luck if you decide to do a larger project but I think you will be successful because you think outside the box and use common sense.
I feel like I watched a million paver patio laying tutorials and they made me more and more confused. Thank you for explaining everything so calmly, I now feel confident in starting my project!
Wow! Your video makes me feel like I can actually do this myself! Thank you so much!
thank you for taking the time to make these videos.
Thank you so much for posting! It's very helpful to actually see the professional details that you put into this kind of project. I watched few other videos by non-professionals and I loved the comparison. Great job!
They didn't use the compactor on it.
Thanks so much for the tip and great video. I am going to build 2 patios, not as big as yours. That is a beautiful fire patio you made.
Hello from Haiti 🇭🇹 thank you
I liked when you decided to go with the red colored smaller pavers. They looks real nice. I did this a few years again using 16 x16 pavers for a patio. It has sunken a bit but I plan to re sand the area to level it this year. I washed them and they still look new thanks fully
Getting ready to add on to a paver patio we did a few years ago(first one). It turned out pretty good,but there are some awesome tips/tricks here to not only simplify things,but also to improve upon them. So glad I watched this. Thanks!
Hit me up, I’m better then this fool
You’re so funny. Looks great your work. Gosh I wish you could come and help my husband and I. We are having a heck of a time work our project. Great and helpful video. Thanks.
I don’t care who you are, I like this guy. Lol. Thanks.
We compact the sharp sand before screeding-it's the way to go, my friend. Great video overall!
This is by far the best video I've watched on laying stones.
Thank you Roman, I think I've found my go-to referance vid for my project, cheers!
I'm preparing to DIY a paver patio. Single mom, 2 teen sons ... I hope to make it a family project
I have seen alot of videos and to be honest i like it. I am putting pavers for the 1st time and i will use your method thank you.
BROKE IT! Love you Roman!
You put those in first, I usually put them in last, not a bad idea I'm going to try that next time! Looks like it works pretty great video
All I can say is you sure measure precise. Learned a lot, the key is the sand then lay pavers. I have a project this weekend.
Good luck. Take your time and don't cut corners. If you do it right it can outlast you. So do it right the first time. You got this!
Beautiful work. If youre hammering them that tightly will they crack from shifting?
Outstanding job and instructional. Cheers from Ottawa Canada
This video is a human treasure. Thanks.
Awesome vid - quick question for the knowledgeable, before the sand what should I put to create the base/fundamentals? My patio is in Florida so very muddy. Any help is greatly appreciate it!
About how much you spent in materials and what size is the patio? Is beautiful. And the way you did it sems easy. My husband and i want to build one.
I was always taught to use limestone fines. And work your way across the level ground. Is sand ok to use on the more colder temperatures
Great information it looks great can you add a sertain sealer on it? To make it last longer it's solid as it is?
very helpful, friendly information for a novice.
All youtubers need to watch this video, and copy its style. No BS pointing the camera at your face to hear yourself talk, just shows the content it advertises.
Thank you. that is a great help to an electrician
love the fireplace, nice work
That is awesome my man. You know you craft.
Nice...thanks!
BTW...was there gravel or rock under the paver sand?
You make it look so easy.
Can you tell me if the sand required for under the bricks are necessary in all areas of the US? Like in the desert the dirt doesn't move would I really need both sand types that you placed under the bricks? Thank you.
Awesome job man. I like the way you screened with the notch cut out. I am getting ready to start a paver patio around my fire pit. However, I’ve got the pit built and the wall going almost completely around. Can you give me any tips?
I am contemplating this job for a pergola. I am wondering how far down did you excavate to place your base? And how thick is your base.?
Thank for the great video. I have a question. If I am replacing old pavers with new ones over an existing walkway can I lay down a new base over the old one? Or do I have to replace everything and start from scratch?
No tamping required? Genuinely curious.
Great tip on cutting the screed on one side and using the pvc on the other! My patio is to wide and this looks like a great alternative to using 2 pvc pipes along the sides.
hey Roman wanna come to Seattle and do this at my house?
We have a screened in patio with pavers, grass continues to grow. Should we fill it with the sand? How would we pack the sand down? What would you recommend we do?
This is SO beautiful! Thank you for both of your videos. You’ve helped me tremendously! One question I have is do you put any kind of sealer on the brick after everything dries? Thanks again!
The manufacturers usually say not to the first year or more. not sure why
Beautiful job sir
Excellent job
Quick question
I am getting ready to lay down my pavers
They are all 12”x12” can I leave a space in between each paver for a thicker grout line or do I have to butt the blocks together
You will want to abut them hand tight. There is no grout used in interlocking pavers. The keying action of a thin layer of sand will hold them together. If the joint is too thick, the keying action won't be sufficient - the shear force will be greater. A bad analogy might be water tension. you can hold a drop of water in a small space between your fingers. When you pull your fingers too far apart, the droplet breaks apart. surface tension is not the internal angle of friction, but the effect is similar.
No polymeric sand will last long enough to counteract this. Polymeric sand does bond, and it does help prevent weeds, but it is not a structural permanent solution. And if you do use grout, It will crack apart as the strength of this paving system is its flexibility. You won't see it move, but it will. That is why there are cracks all along a concrete sidewalk - for movement. Well, that grout will move and crack. All of this is a maintenance nightmare. Just avoid it by installing the interlocking pavers correctly.
Sure glad I saw this video , I will be starting my project real soon.
Did you do it?
Great job bro you are a professional
Great trabajo amigo excellent lesson👍❤
Hello. Why start at the lowest elevation? My husband and I are going to add small pathways to our backyard garden and have a gentle slope down away from the house. This is good for drainage but may be challenging to do pavers. We thought to start at the top the highest point. Why is this not right? Thank you in advance!
You didn't use a weed barrier/ landscape fabric. Are those really needed to prevent weed growth?
Thanks!!
Now this may be a dumb question, but how important is it that the sub base it perfectly level? Prior to the sand
I would try to get it as level as possible but it’s not a big deal if there are some bumps or divots. I would just be cautious of any big changes in elevation on the base layer, the sand is supposed to be what levels out what the base layer couldn’t. If there is an incline or slope to it, I would make sure it’s close to level with fill dirt and some sort of retaining edge to keep the dirt and sand within the paver area.
Is it too late to lay out a paver patio right now since it’s getting colder and close to fall or should i wait till next summer….. ? 🤔
How many sq ft was payed down?
I am looking to do 200sq ft.
What was your total cost.
Do you have a video for the "excavated and prepped your paver base" part.
Sure. You can find the base prep video here: ruclips.net/video/lzKPfmPkpIo/видео.html
That looks great
If you are going over exsisting patio slab, do you need any base at all? sand? none? would leveling (patio, is old, but no big cracks or dips) mixture work, can i do that?
Great job thanks for posting
Great video! We are about to lay 3,000 bricks...the way u broke it down into sections makes me believe we can do this! Thanks 😃
You can do it. Just take your time and don't cut corners. Fix it now. It is easier to do it right the first time. Make sure everything is well compacted. You should be good to go. Unlike pouring concrete, you could fix something if it did mess up later...try to keep that from happening. Go for it! You'll be a pro just as you finish your job. Then you can charge your neighbors when they want you to do theirs :)
Yea dont worry itl only take you a year with the speed he was going.
@@cashmoney7497 relax
Question, I'm about to have a bunch of paver work done. But what other ground cover options do I have that would be cheaper? I have dogs so, cleaning up their #2s is an unfortunate but necessary task. Grass is out of the question cuz they'll just tear it up.
@@kbanghart There is no cheap groundcover. I have pavers, artificial turf, real turf, and groundcovers- like plants. Pavers and artificial turf are almost identical in price, prep, and maintenance. Plant grouncovers are the most expensive, high maintenance, and slowest to cover. Real turf is relatively cheap (sod not so much) but it is a maintenance pig! I have to overseed every year or two, fertilize, use pre-emergent, post-emergent, fertilize, water, mow, trim, mow, trim... it's endless. You invent a fast, cheap, beautiful low maintenance groundcover(anything), and I'll come work for you! Sorry, there is no magic product. Oh - poured concrete is kind of cheap, but it is ugly, cracks, and is mid maintenance... Plus, it takes the same prep as pavers, and is hard to do it yourself.
Will any type of sand work? They sell "playground sand" at home depot. Looks just like youra
Thank you. Very helpful step by step
Great job!!
If you’re using a plate compactor use a piece of carpet dot something under the plate so it doesnt chip and scratch your new patio
Gorgeous!
Very nice job congrotulations thanks for the video
I want to make a out door patio area but not sure if you need to have permits to do these smaller projects?
It looks beautiful
So much work!
Quick question I watched your videos and I put down a paver patio but when I did my first compaction with the vibrating compactor some of my pavers cracked. Any advise on how to prevent this once I replace the broken ones?
Several factors can cause that. Is your crushed gravel base well compacted and smooth? If no, larger rocks can cause point loading which cracks your pavers, Are you using 1" of coarse bedding sand? If no, the same point-loading issue can arise. Rocks stuck to the bottom of a plate compactor can do the same thing. How big are your pavers? Large slab pavers may require a rolling compacter to avoid cracks. Are your pavers 60mm thick or more? Some box stores sell 45mm thick pavers that are not as strong. Also, be sure to buy high-quality pavers that meet or exceed ASTM C936 (standard specification for interlocking concrete paving units). If you are using 2" concrete blocks sometimes referred to as "paver slabs" or other non-professional products, you can quickly run into cracking issues.
You can always use old thin carpet remnants or mats to act as a barrier to protect your pavers. You may need to compact more, but it will take out some shock. Be sure not to use anything too thick. There are also protective pad kits for plate compactors just for this reason. Hopefully, you can identify and solve your problem. Good luck!
Wow just beautiful! Great video!
Can someone explain what he means what he says the lowest elevation around 3:24? I keep seeing that I should have 1/8inch slope every 4 inches for a patio. How do you achieve this? Is it done in the digging phase? Anyone have a video that explains this concept? I didn't see it explained in the video for How to Install A Foundation For Features on this channel either.
This was covered in the layout video:
ruclips.net/video/4uYyupApwcg/видео.html
Basically, whatever your drainage plan, there will be a lowest spot. In this video it is in a corner. Anyway, start in the lowest point so as you lay pavers, they slide toward each other and not apart. There shouldn't be any noticable movement. It's very small, and is more important if you will be paying paver over a number of days. Also, in case of a large rain, the lowest spot will be paved, so it won't wash out. It will keep your sand from washing away. There is also a base prep video, too.
ruclips.net/video/KlWWFO0jRyo/видео.html
Awesome job! Beautiful
Love this.
I’m curious: how do you lay pavers the “hard way”?
Great video🤙🏼
Looks great and will use the technique in other areas of the yard. Home I just purchased has an existing concrete slab - level, excellent condition, but very basic. Any suggestions for laying stone over concrete slab?
Yes. It is basically the same. The edging requirements are a bit different and require the use of geotextiles (12"). Search for ICPI-14 for the CAD detail. Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute (ICPI) is a great resource for all paver projects. A quick internet search or visit to their website will get you the info you seek.
Benjamin House where you at in the East? am in nyc.do pavers, pergolas, fences , sod etc ( steve, born st.lucia caribbean
7:18 how there already weeds growing between the bricks???
That Roman is a busy guy, he's booked out for months. The grass grew in, too.
dfakjfe fea: A few days. You see all the pavers laid in one day. But it was months from laying the last paver to being able to shoot the poly sand part. We went from fall until the next spring - if I remember correctly. I just didn't sand the joints in that time. That is why there are some weeds. But it allowed the grass to grow around it. Its hard to get a good gauge of time, because filming adds so much more time and complications. We filmed the Fireplace video in there somewhere, too. There is even lost footage of a seat wall somewhere... The key was having the Bobcat do the excavating. That really is the hardest part. Spreading and compacting the the rock was a day or two... It really isn't bad at all. You would be surprised how many tons of gravel you can shovel in a day. The thing to take away is - once you get your rock base in, you are basically home free. That rock base is the same base that is going to be there for years. So it will be fine sitting there for a while until the film crew gets there ;) Actually, there is only two of us that do all of this, we don't get in the biggest rush.
Yea I know right, I seen that too Lol
I've seen other DiY videos that use the landscaping weed barrier in between the gravel and sand.
@@michaelcookielover6091 Weeds can thrive in just the sand joint. The best way to REDUCE weeds in polymeric sand in the joints. But nothing will totally eliminate them forever.
That looks like the great model I am going to do to my patio
What with the cvc pipe in the sand?
I watched the video and now I'm exhausted
If your paver patio is not near or attached to your structure does it have to have a slopping grade to it or can it be level?
Can I do this on top of tree roots if I go high enough? Or should I cut the tree down?
Does it matter what kind of sand I use? I live in Florida. My soil is literally sand and I'll have a ton of it once i excavate a different area. Can I use that for the final layer?
Just wondering how much time did this take, and what was the final cost?
Outstanding video, very helpful and helped make my project a success - plus fun too! Thank you, Roman.
Do you need a permit for pavers?
Learned alot. What if you have a slanted backyard
You may have to build a "pan" on some sides by building a small retaining wall at the lowest spots. That's a good idea for another video...
Keep up the good work. Wish I had your skills
Awesome buddy!!!
Nice clean work.
Made it look very easy to do but in reality it’s a pain in the rear end.
It's not too bad. All the pieces are easily handleable. Take it slow and steady. Stay hydrated, don't cut corners, and rent equipment for the hard work. I did this over the course of months due to conflicting schedules. It's going to live out in the elements forever after your finished. It can live in the elements as you work on it.
Our landscape workers are currently installing pavers on the front and sides of our house including the driveway, walkways, side yard and steps. They did not use a compacter on any of it. Should I be worried?
Great video
Wow that was Awesomeness..
this was great. Good work. entertaining and to the point
You are a real pro 🙏 for sharing the knowledge
Very nice!
When using the compacter on crushed rock how do you keep the compacter from pushing up the rock when turning
I want to do this for my place but wouldnt have a clue how to do it you could have added a pergola as well good job though.
Thank you soo much very good explanation 👍
We’re doing a gas fire pit using some wall blocks. Should we build it first and then do pavers around it or do the pavers and the build the fire pit on top?
I have built it both ways and both can work. Unless your firepit fits exactly into a hole you can make with your pavers,I recommend this:
Lay your pavers, but don't interlock then with sand. Determine where you want your fire pit. Lay out the first course of stones on top of the pavers. Note every paver that the blocks don't touch. Remove these pavers. This will allow for better drainage. Fill the void with crushed rock used in your paver base. Interlock your pavers with a compactor. Build your fire pit. Fill the form out with at least 2 inches of sand over your pavers. This will protect your pavers and make cleaning your out easier. There is no need to adhere your pit into the pavers, BTW.
If your fire pit fits precisely in a space made by removing pavers, then remove the exact footprint. Lay the fire pit on your paver base. Fill with Rick and sand as above.
Awesome. Thank you. And great informative and entertaining videos. Helping make this project easier.