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1 Step 1: Choose Patio Type and Location
Step 1: Choose Patio Type and Location
Decide on concrete, pavers, or stone - mark location away from drainage issues.
Patio Design Book
Guide to planning and building various patio types
2 Step 2: Excavate Patio Area
Step 2: Excavate Patio Area
Remove grass and soil to proper depth based on material choice and base needs.
Wheelbarrow
Heavy-duty wheelbarrow for moving excavated soil
3 Step 3: Build Form or Edge (if needed)
Step 3: Build Form or Edge (if needed)
For concrete: build wood forms. For pavers: install edge restraint after excavation.
2x6 Form Boards
Lumber for concrete patio forms (8-foot)
Form Stakes
Stakes for securing concrete forms (pack)
4 Step 4: Add Gravel Base
Step 4: Add Gravel Base
Spread 4-6 inches crushed gravel, compact thoroughly, slope away from house.
Gravel Base
Crushed stone for patio foundation (per ton)
5 Step 5: Pour Concrete or Lay Pavers
Step 5: Pour Concrete or Lay Pavers
For concrete: pour, screed, float, and finish. For pavers: add sand, lay pavers, compact.
Concrete Mix
Ready-mix concrete for patio (80-lb bag)
Concrete Float
Tool for smoothing concrete surface
6 Step 6: Finish Surface
Step 6: Finish Surface
Concrete: cure 7 days, seal. Pavers: sand joints, compact, seal if desired.
Concrete Sealer
Sealer for protecting concrete patio (1 gallon)
Paver Sealer
Sealer for enhancing and protecting pavers (1 gallon)
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