How do I build a stone patio (novice)


cuddybubble , Tuesday, 10th of August 2010 10:37:40 PM

My wife and l are building one this weekend and would appreciate some info 
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or even some websites. So far we have the 2x8x16 stones and several bags 
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of marble chips for the border, but we wanna do this the right way.
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/>Should we cement this, use sand or pebbles, etc.?
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Bub , Wednesday, 11th of August 2010 07:34:31 AM

Here is the best resource I can think of for step by step  
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instructions,,, go to the library & check out the Time-Life series of  
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books. There is one devoted to installing patios, walks, pavers, ect.  
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The other choice is to visit the local Home Depot & ask where their books  
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on the subject are. Stand there & read thru it or just buy it.  
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For on line references, pick ur favorite search engine & have at it.  
 
It is really not that difficult, just avoid any short cuts if you want a  
durable finished product.  
 
 
 
 
 

Bean Sack , Thursday, 12th of August 2010 04:30:59 PM

dig up the sod. pack sand into the area, leveling it with a  
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long board. lay the stones and then sweep more sand into the cracks. place  
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marble chips for border(optional).  
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