View How To Make A Flagstone Patio With Sand Gif. Sand helps with drainage and makes it easier to position the pavers and level the patio. He carefully laid the flat stones on a bed of sand and then grouted the spaces between the stones with mortar.
Thinking of laying a patio on sand?
Flagstone pavers work well for patios and walkways because they cover a wide surface area and are relatively flat and smooth, making it easy to install a flat walking surface. Laying flagstone patios in sand is not difficult, although the stone can be heavy and you need protection tools such as gloves, back brace and goggles. Prepare your base select how big you want your patio area to be and take measurements so you can determine how many stones you'll need to purchase from a landscaping store, nursery or hardware garden centre to cover the surface. To make the stone fit properly, lift it up and either add or remove sand from the base using a trowel (photo 8).