Laying the Paving Slabs. Choose the most efficient area in which to start - usually one of the corners. Start out by laying the full or larger paving slabs, moving onto smaller stones and those you ...

A brick patio can be laid over an existing concrete slab or in a sand bed. On concrete, bricks are set in ½ inch of wet mortar with ⅜- to ½-inch-wide mortar joints. You can create attractive ...

Fortunately, laying pavers for a rounded patio is a feasible DIY project — as long as you don't mind doing a bit of extra work. The trick is to know how to cut the blocks perfectly, so they fit ...

You can lay a stone patio yourself. Here's how. Prepare a base of sand or stone dust to provide good drainage in a level surface. Use strings to determine level and to set the boundaries for your ...

Paving slabs can be surprisingly heavy, and laying a patio often involves carting around other heavy items. Don’t be a hero, and don’t be afraid to ask someone to help. Related topics: DIY ...

LOCKDOWN has lured many Brits into their gardens in recent weeks, and many of us have been on a quest for home improvement. Here's a beginner's guide on how to lay a patio.

Stone carpet flooring can be the perfect addition to your outdoor space, but it does take some time and effort to install.

If you’re looking for a fresh DIY challenge, if you haven’t already, the Summer season the perfect time to focus on the garden, laying a low-maintenance patio you can enjoy without having to ...

One big problem is that over time, patio pavers can shift because of rain, temperature changes, or weight on top of them. Luckily, there are some things you can do to keep your pavers in place for ...