How To Make A Simple Stone Patio

If your patio has irregular or curved edges use a heavy vinyl or steel edging available at Lang Stone.

How to make a simple stone patio. To make the stone fit properly lift it up and either add or remove sand from the base using a trowel. Bluestone patio paving with slot of gray beach pebbles. Drive stakes every 1-2 to secure them in place.

Using simple cement tiles in an alternating course for this backyard patios flooring the design takes on a Modern Industrial look matching it with a built-up platform made of brick painted grey. Start by digging out the area where youd like to place your stone paver patio. Beginning on one side of the patio lay the first flagstones or pavers.

The centre is an interlocking brick-in-square style with some flagstone at the outer edges to round it off. Using plastic edging form the patio by placing the edging along the perimeter and the string line. This creates interest and blends the patio with the stone.

Large stones positioned correctly create extra seating in a bench style. Add sand underneath the stone as necessary to create a nearly level surface. This patio is small but still provides enough space for a table and several chairs.

Youll want to add 4 inches of gravel and 1 inch of sand plus the depth of the pavers. Built-in custom polished concrete fire -pit with surrounding brick bench with a bluestone cap. Fire-pit has natural gas with an electric spark starter.

Large gaps between stones invite weed seeds to germinate and add to the uneven nature of the patio surface. Your stone is only as strong as the base below it. Place the stones as close together as possible.