How To Make A Gravel Patio On Grass

Whatever material you choose make sure its about the same height as you want your sand to be so if you want 1 of sand choose a material about 1 thick.

How to make a gravel patio on grass. Simply divide the available space into squares like you would do in the square foot style of gardening. Youve got to start by ensuring the ground is f. When we do a gravel path for a client project we dig down 4-6 inches.

Compute for the amount of gravel needed to cover the patio. Use a square-point shovel to dig out the grass and soil to a depth of about 4 12. Pick a strip to start from and raise the end carefully with a fork.

Excavate the Patio Area. In order to do that we bought yard edging. To install the edging use a hacksaw or mini circular saw like we did and cut it to size.

Then keep your fingers crossed that no air bubbles or cracks form while it dries. Youll probably use a lot of landscaping staples to secure the weed barrier to the ground so make sure you buy enough of them if they arent included with your barrier. Lay the tarp on the ground within your patio boundary.

Hold it in place with a few shovels of mulch pea gravel or sand whichever you plan to use to hold the pavers in place. We wanted our gravel patio to have some type of actual shape other than just a rectangle. Be sure theyre level.

If youre making a standard rectangular pea gravel patio you could even use pressure treated lumber thats rated for ground contact. Step One Excavation. Gravel is a good low-maintenance option for your garden.