Building A Backyard Patio

An alternative to the gravel base is interlocking paver base panels.

Building a backyard patio.

To establish a strong flat base for the patio follow our two step procedure. Decide how much room you need. Outline your diy patio and remove the sod. After you get the hang of the first few the rest of your patio will take shape in no time.

Then establish a perfectly flat surface with a final 1 to 1 1 2 in. The simple design steps decide where you want your patio this is important because you don t want to be baking in the sun if you would rather. Jack on jack or running bond patterns are the simplest to install. To give the patio a nice framed feel place the outer row perpendicular to the inner rows.

They pulled out a splintery wooden backyard deck and added much needed landscaping. First spread and tamp down two layers of gravel each about 2 to 3 in. They eventually want to build the patio to end all patios and this is their temporary and inexpensive option. Line the excavated area with landscape fabric cutting the fabric to fit.

Do you only want enough room for two. Before starting to lay the pavers in place snap chalk lines along the edges of the patio to ensure the paver rows stay straight. Upgrade your backyard with an easy diy patio in 6 simple steps 1. Pea gravel lights and sturdy outdoor furniture complete this quick to build cheap diy patio.

How to design and build a paver patio paver patio design. Begin with a plan. Layer as shown in step 11 and tamp this down. Add landscape fabric to the patio base.