Project: Pennsylvania bluestone paver patio.
Location: Magnolia
Process: Demo existing concrete – old driveway and shed foundation. Build 600 sq/ft of sidewalk & patio with Pennsylvania Bluestone.
I’ve been humbled and inspired by the elegance and weight of the pavers we’re using on our current installation. The clients decided upon a three sized interlocking paver patio, laid randomly to create a modern, tiled style. We’re using 24″ X 24″, 24″ X 12″, and 12″ X 12″ cut stone, averaging 2″ thickness.
The primary focus on a project like this is grade – laying the pavers can be made infinitely easier by creating the exact base course to lay the pavers on. Once the base is set, it’s no longer a concern and all of your attention goes to style and keeping all the tiles at a level plane.
Moving and setting the largest paver, the 24″ X 24″, can be challenging. I’ve found that a small hooked wrench helps to, when the paver is set incorrectly, lift it up from being flush with the grading. Each paver varies within a margin of +/- 1/4″, so at least half of all pavers have to be cut with a wet saw to keep the lines perfect.
Next week I’ll be finishing up the pavers and planting a hedge and some grass extensions and other landscaping features. Please check back soon to see some photos of the finished product.