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In this how-to article we teach you how to install porcelain pavers – typical installation on a compact gravel and sand bed.
Please note that this method is rated for pedestrian foot traffic, so please review your paver installation instructions and consult a professional if you need an installation that can withstand heavier traffic like cars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Steps<\/p>

  1. Lay<\/strong>

    Lay out your paver installation area with at least 8-10\u201d beyond the perimeter of where you want to place your pavers.<\/p> <\/li>

  2. Excavate<\/strong>

    Excavate the area at least 4-6\u201d deep, making any adjustments to accommodate your local geography and climate. Make sure to check your depth to ensure a proper elevation and slope.<\/p> <\/li>

  3. Compact<\/strong>

    Compact your base soil using a plate compactor, checking to ensure proper elevation and slope. This slope should be at least 2 degrees to ensure proper water drainage.<\/p> <\/li>

  4. Install<\/strong>

    Install a geotextile over the compacted soil. This is a fabric specifically designed to be buried in the ground and helps with soil stability, erosion control, and drainage.<\/p> <\/li>

  5. Crushed Stone 2\u2033<\/strong>

    Place a layer of crushed stone \u2013 typically 2\u201d deep \u2013 evenly over the geotextile, wet it, and then compact it with a plate compactor.<\/p> <\/li>

  6. Crushed Stone level<\/strong>

    Place another layer of crushed stone evenly over the first later and then screed over with a level to ensure proper elevation and slope. Repeat the process of wetting and then compacting this layer.<\/p> <\/li>

  7. Bedding Sand<\/strong>

    Place a 1\u201d layer of bedding sand over the crushed stone, screeding to ensure your 2-degree slope, wetting, and compacting.<\/p> <\/li>

  8. Pavers<\/strong>

    It is now time to set your pavers. Set out guidelines to help ensure straight edges. Place your pavers, making sure to use spacers to have a minimum 3\/16\u201d gap. You can use a rubber mallet to gently tap the pavers to be level and maintain the proper slope.<\/p> <\/li>

  9. Cut<\/strong>

    If you need to cut any pavers to fit into your design, make sure to use a wet saw with a blade made explicitly for porcelain.<\/p> <\/li>

  10. Edge<\/strong>

    Once all of your pavers have been placed, clean up the perimeter and install an edge restraint to ensure minimum movement.<\/p> <\/li>

  11. Space<\/strong>

    Once complete, fill in the space between the pavers with polymeric sand (which is sometimes called paver, hardscape, or jointing sand), sweeping off the excess and wetting with water.<\/p> <\/li><\/ol><\/div>\n\n\n\n

    Your paved area is ready to use!

    Need to get started? Shop<\/a> our porcelain pavers here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Dry Installation On Grass<\/a><\/strong>
    Dry <\/a>Installation <\/a>On Gravel<\/a><\/strong>
    Dry Installation on Sand<\/strong><\/a>
    Raised Pedestal Installation<\/strong> <\/a><\/strong>
    Traditional Mortar Installation on Concrete<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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