In a previous article on the interlocking paver plant and installing interlocking pavers in home landscapes, we discussed the important considerations for laying pavers on sidewalks, in garages, and in the hard landscaping of villas and houses. Correct installation follows these steps and stages.
A surveyor marks out the area to be paved (interlocking paver plant). After the surrounding edge restraint is completed, the ground level below the pavers is adjusted. It is normally 10 cm below the finished level at the top of the paving.
The area is handed over for electrical and plumbing work so that lighting cables, drainage and water-supply services can be installed. Once all drainage, water-supply and electrical work is confirmed complete, the ground levels are restored to their previous settings.
The ground is thoroughly soaked with water and then compacted with a compactor or roller, depending on the area and the ground conditions. A layer of clean sand is spread over it so that, of the 10 cm allowance mentioned above, only the thickness of the pavers remains (interlocking paver plant).
The sand is soaked and leveled. The paver installer lays pavers at the corners of the area as level markers and reference points, with the surveyor checking the work. Once the level is set and the right angle is established using the 3–4–5 triangle method, the installer continues laying the pavers until the required area is complete (interlocking paver plant).
The closing pieces, or cut sections of pavers, are then installed. The surface is cleaned and screened sand is brushed into the small gaps between the pavers. Finally, the paved surface is cleaned, completing the interlocking paving work (interlocking paver plant).