A Concrete-Paver Patio from the Bottom Up

Accurate site work and a well-compacted stone base yield an outdoor room that's firm, flat, and attractive

Laying the pavers is the fun part. The real work is preparing a flat, stable base, sloped to lead water away from the house. This photo-heavy article details every step of the job, including how to lay out, cut, and install a curved border.

From Fine Homebuilding 170, pp. 90-95
May 1, 2005

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