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audra_robbins

Pavers

Audra Robbins
hace 7 años
What material are they and how are they installed?
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    Lynch Landscape and Tree Service, Inc.
    hace 7 años

    Hi Audra,


    Thanks so much for your interest in this photo! The material used in this patio is Thermal Bluestone (multi-size, random pattern).

    For all of our patios, we excavate (on average) to a depth of about 8-10", some times more, sometimes, less... really you are just looking to get to sub-grade material with no moisture trapping organic matter...a sandy/gravely mix generally. This is in order to prevent frost heaves in our New England Winters.

    Once excavation is complete, we begin by putting down a layer of filter fabric followed by a series of compacted aggregates. In cases where we have to excavate deeper than the norm, we install a layer of 3/4" crushed stone, compacted in 3" lifts until we reach roughly 6" from finished elevation. From there, we install another layer of fabric, followed by roughly 6" of perk pack (crushed stone, stone dust mix), and compact in 3" lifts. The final step of the base preparation is to then install a 1-2" sand setting bed for which the bluestone is laid and set into.

    With base preparation now complete, the bluestone comes next. Bluestone, like many manufactured pavers, can be laid in many different ways. For a more modern contemporary finish, you may want to contemplate a linear pattern. If you're more traditional, it can be laid either by a set pattern, or randomly to your liking as seen in the photo above. Similarly, the joints (voids between slabs/pavers), can be completed however you prefer...really tight, or evenly/consistently spaced to your preference.

    Once the bluestone has been laid, we make any final cuts per the design, and then install a pave-lock edging which is secured with metal spikes.

    The final step is to install your jointing material...whether it be sand, stone dust, or the preferred polymeric sand. The polymeric sand can be tricky, and must be done with care or all that hard work will go to waste. Once it's been swept in, you MUST clean all surfaces of all leftover material...and spend the extra time to make sure it's everything is as clean as possible...then water it all in (lightly to prevent material from bubbling out). The curing process is generally 24 hours. Be sure the temperatures are sufficient for proper curing, and that there is no rain in the forecast! (read your labels before installing).


    Hope this helps, and if you are in our area, we'd love the opportunity to come check out your prospective project : )


    All the best!

    Audra Robbins agradeció a Lynch Landscape and Tree Service, Inc.
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