How to put paving slabs Is the house right? At first glance, it seems that this is an extremely time-consuming and scrupulous occupation. There is some truth to this, because it is hardly possible to put the tiles in one day. But this is with the fact that the owner of the site did not prepare for the laying of tiles. Let’s figure out how to reasonably organize this process yourself.
How to put paving tiles First it is worth choosing a place where you will lay out
path. Consider the possible load on the tile. Because there is a big difference when the tile will walk, or ride on it daily by car. In this case, you need to strengthen the solution on which the tile will be laid out so that it lasts longer and more reliable.
In addition, it is important to compare the time allotted for construction and the shape of the future track. From the sidewalk tiles can be laid out very
beautiful. But it will take a lot of time and effort. If you do not want to bother, you can choose a rectangular tiles. And the size of the track to choose so that the tile does not have to be cut.
Before you go to the construction store, it is better to consult with someone who has already laid out the tiles. Or ask for advice from
professional builders. They will tell you what and how to organize. Although if the track is not so large, then the amount of necessary tiles can be calculated independently.
To better understand how and what should look, you can draw
plan future path or venue. Do not forget that in addition to the track itself, you also need to make sidewalks. They can be on the same level as the tile or slightly higher. After the necessary building materials are ordered, you need to remove the top layer of soil at the construction site. It is usually 30-40 cm.
Weed control strongly advised
fail Many naive owners, who then spend a lot of time on weeds. It is better to add a powdered herbicide to the construction solution. It will make sure that there will be no weeds in the future. Also for a more durable design, geotextile is usually stelated. It will become an additional barrier for weeds.
Do you need sand? It is believed that for
footpaths Enough sand cushion. It will then be covered with tiles. Although for the driveways to the garage or in the yard, where the car constantly drives, it is better to use rubble. Moreover, the layer of rubble will be an excellent drainage for areas with a high level of groundwater.
Of course, each owner decides for himself. However, a layer of sand is not always a profitable solution. In the case of a deforming effect on the tile that lies on the sand, the structure of the track may be broken. That shouldn't happen to rubble. Especially where there are.
geotextile. All together will form a monolithic structure.
How to put paving tiles with your own hands It is important to lay out the tiles from yourself so as not to trample on
purified. Carefully nail each element with a rubber hammer. So the path will be beautiful and smooth. Control this point with the help of the construction level. First lay out the main part of the tile, and only after that cut and lay its complex elements. Cutting the tiles into pieces will help the Bulgarian.
After
pavement Take your place of honor, sweep up all construction debris and dust. The path should be watered with a weak pressure of water and allowed to dry. As soon as it dries, it is worth filling the seams with dry material on which the tile was laid. And pour water again. Repeat the manipulation until the seams are filled as needed.