Expert Shared Steps to Lay Bluestone Pavers
Bluestone pavers in Melbourne are one of the most attractive, durable and popular outdoor materials, ideal for many outdoor applications. Whether you are laying new paving in your garden area, beautifying the swimming deck area, or designing a welcoming pathway, bluestone pavers are well worth your purchase.
You can find bluestone pavers in plenty of colours, shapes and sizes. If you want to improve the look and appeal of the backyard by installing bluestone pavers, follow the step-by-step guide below to achieve the best results. Alternatively, you can even hire a blue stone coping expert in Melbourne for a professional and hassle-free installation of pavers on your property.
Step 1: Measure the space
Measure the total space of your pool area in square footage with the help of a utility tape. This will give you a better understanding and idea of the number of stones you need to cover the space.
If you want to install this natural stone on the pathway, make sure to remove the plants, shrubs, furniture, and other obstacles from the area and mark the complete area. You can use spray paint or put string along the edges of the pathway to mark the total area of the pathway.
Step 2: Excavate the area
As bluestones are laid on a base, it is crucial to dig, level and compact the soil and ensure that the base is about 7 inches below the finished surface. Usually, the height of the excavation depends on the thickness of the pavers and your base material. To excavate the driveway site, you must dig up around 10 inches below the surface.
Step 3: Lay the pavers
Lay the bluestone pavers into the setting bed (cement, mortar, sand or gravel) and keep them as even as possible to avoid creating any abrupt rise. You can twist the pavers a bit to help them make contact with the bed.
Step 4: Fill in the gaps
Use small pebbles or crushed stones to fill the gaps if you find any space between the stones. You can also plant moss or other plants between the stones to finish the natural look of your patio or pathway.
Parting Words
Bluestone pavers in Melbourne tend to be hard-wearing, weather-resistant and slip-resistant. Therefore, it is important to ensure proper sealing of the pavers to achieve a beautiful, shiny appearance throughout.
If you are looking for top-quality bluestone pavers for your next residential or commercial project, look no further than Aushen Stone & Tile. We offer bluestone pavers in Victoria in a wide range of colours, sizes and formats at the best competitive price in the market.
To learn more about our products and services, visit our website at https://aushenstone.com.au/bluestone/ or call us at 0430 799 906
