Installation Instructions

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When all your pavers are cut and in place, put a piece

of 3/4" plywood down and vibrate on top of that to help

distribute the weight of the machine, vibrate the

entire patio on low setting, starting at the outer edge

and working inward in a circular motion (Image 13). The

vibrator will lock the pavers into the sand and help even up

the surface. Don’t

let the vibrator sit in one place too long, or pavers could

settle unevenly or crack.

If a paver sinks deeper than its neighbors, use a

screwdriver to pry it up, sprinkle a little extra sand in the

void, then replace the paver.

Tamp the patio with a flat-plate vibrator,

on top of plywood, after all the pavers are

installed. Tamp entire outside edge first,

then circle in.

Sweep Paver Locking Sand into the paver

joints. Once paver surfaces have been

cleared, begin dampening paver joints.

Care and Maintenance

A properly cared for block project can last for generations with minimal maintenance.

Here are a few tips to get the longest life out of your project:

• Cleaners and Efflorescence removers can clean off any dust, dirt, or efflorescence

that can build up during the installation of your project.

• Sealers beautify and protect your concrete and masonry surfaces as well as making

the colors richer.

• Do not use salt on your block project. Use of salt may severely damage your blocks.

• Avoid using fertilizers with Ammonium Sulfate on or around blocks.

Paver Locking Sand

Using a broom sweep Paver Locking Sand to fill the

paver joints. The joints should be filled to the paver

chamfer (shoulder). Compact sand into joint spaces

as thoroughly as possible. The use of a small plate

vibrator for compaction and a piece of plywood is

recommended. Carefully remove any remaining sand

from paver surface prior to dampening. The best

appearance is achieved by eliminating all sand from

the surfaces of the pavers. It may help to use a leaf

blower to remove all sand and dust from the top of

the paver and dust that might have settled before

watering.

Then use a garden hose with a fine misting nozzle

to dampen the filled joints. Do not over water the

joints and avoid letting water pool on the joints; a

light misting will achieve the best results. Repeat

dampening process three more times every 15-20

minutes. Allow the locking sand to dry undisturbed

for a minimum of 24 hours before allowing foot traffic,

and wait 48 hours for vehicle traffic. Humid and wet

conditions or low temperature will delay hardening.

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