How to lay pavers using crushed stone dust instead of sand

1. Before laying pavers, good preparation of a site is important and there are a few options to go with.
2. A firm base of crushed rock with a layer of crusher dust or stone dust.
3. Blue Stone Dust or Gold Dust are a great alternative to concrete sand for laying pavers.
4. To lay pavers, dig out your area, make a firm base, top with crushed dust or sand, use a string line and rubber mallet, lay your pavers carefully.                                          See the instructions below.

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First, lay pavers using crushed stone dust as an alternative to sand.

Dig out your area

Then form a solid foundation by digging out and leveling off the area you are going to pave.

Make a firm base

Next leave enough depth for a generous layer amount of 20mm B grade crushed rock.   The crushed rock will stabilise the ground and stop the pavers from sinking.

Use a compactor to make sure this sub base pacts firmly.

Top with Crusher Dust

Finish with a finer layer of Blue Stone crushed dust and level off with a screed.

The pavers will be placed on top of this layer of crushed dust.

Use a layer of Stone dust instead on concrete sand.

Use a String Line

Afterwards a string line to help you to place your pavers in the right location.

Lay the pavers

Lastly the pavers can be laid when the base is firm and level.

Then lay the pavers one at a time, using a string line to keep them straight.

Using a rubber hammer or mallet to knock the pavers down into place.

Lastly this will ensure the surface is level and smooth to walk on.

There are many ways to lay pavers and this is just one very popular option.

Well laid pavers can endure the test of time and look their best for many years to come.

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