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    Paving Stones

    In this tutorial we explain how to lay a paving block path. For added style and ease
    we have replaced traditional paving stone concrete edging with 125x125 senton
    posts. This method of edging not only creates a great look, but also makes the
    project easier for those attempting it. We are using common solid concrete
    cobblestone paving blocks 230mm long x 190mm wide x 60mm thick. These pavers
    come in a variety of colours for individual tastes. Other materials required include
    basecourse metal (gap 20) and sand. All materials are ready avaliable in the
    Auckland area. This project is suitable for moderate to firm ground. If your ground is
    soft, you will need to excavate deeper and replace with basecourse metal.

    Step 1: Excavations Dig out the proposed pathway to a depth of 150mm


    below finished path height (usually existing ground level) and the
    required path width. Try to plan the width of the path so that full pavers
    can be placed without the need for cutting. When working out the overall
    path width, allow an extra 3mm between each paver (spacings that allow
    sand to penetrate around the pavers). Some pavers have space nibs
    (packers) already on them.
    Step 2: Putting down the edging. Lay a bed of sand along each side of the
    path excavation approximately 40mm thick and about 200mm wide.
    Lay the edge boards (125x125 senton posts) on top of the sand and
    tamp down into place until the top of the edge boards are at the required
    path finished height. Retain them in place with stakes nailed to the
    outside and trim the stakes off 20mm below the top of the edging board.
    (see drawing below)
    Step 3: Base course Add a layer of GAP 20 base course in between the
    edging boards. (GAP 20 is a mixture of rock. The abbreviation, GAP 20,
    General All Passing, means the metal is graded to one certain size,
    20mm in this case, and everything below this size is included in the
    product).
    Add and compact the base course with a mechanical plate vibrator until
    the finished height is 85mm down from the top of the edge boards. At the
    same time compact the soil against the outside of the edge boards thus
    ensuring they stay in place parellel.
    You can hire a plate vibrator from your local hire centre.
    Step 4: Bedding sand Add a layer of bedding or paving sand (approximately
    35mm) and level with a screeding board so the finished height is 50mm
    down from the top of the edge boards.
    Step 5: Laying the paving stones Commence laying the pavers from one
    end of the path. (work uphill). Space the pavers approx 3 mm to allow
    filling sand to penetrate around the pavers. Kneel on a board across the
    area you have already laid. Use full pavers only, go back later and fill in
    with the cut ones.
    Step 6: Compacting and putting in joint sand The pavers should now be, prior
    to compacting, 10mm above required finished height. Compact the
    pavers consistantly with the plate vibrator. The final step is to brush
    jointing or filling sand over the surface. This fills the joints and binds the
    pavers together. Vibrate again.

    note 1: Purchase all the pavers from the same place and batch to ensure
    consistancy of colour.
    note 2: Any paving against buildings should be at least 150mm below concrete
    floor level or below ground level under timber floors. The paving should slope away
    from the building.

    Materials
    MATERIALS INFORMATION
    125x125 senton comes in various lengths. Sold at most timber
    posts, h5 treated merchants.
    Cobblestone paving
    A common paver. Comes in a variety of colors.
    blocks. 230mm x
    Requires 23 pavers per sq meter.
    190mm x 60mm thick
    Sold loose in increments of quater cubic metre.
    or in handy bags (more expensive). One cubic
    Paving / filling sand
    metre would be enough to do a path 1m wide x
    30m long or 30 sq metres
    GAP 20, General All Passing, is a mixture of
    crushed rock graded to 20mm and everything
    GAP 20 Base course
    below. One cubic metre would be enough to do
    a path 1m wide x 12m long or 12 sq metres

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