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The all
important preparation |
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Before any
setting out can commence the proposed area needs to
be cleared of all shrubbery and foliage etc. |
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Excavation
of proposed area can now take place. A mini digger
and breaker will now be used to reduce ground levels
to a minimum of 200mm. |
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Cart away
to tip is carried out by grab lorries once
excavation is completed. |
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The ground
can now be prepared and compacted. |
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The
installation of surface water channels,
recessed manhole covers, soak aways and drain
surrounds is now carried out. |
 
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Laying of
sub base material. It is essential it is at least
100mm thick, void free, set to falls and is fully
compacted. |
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Weed
suppressing fibre glass matting is then laid between
the sub base and the sharp sand laying course. |
 
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Spreading
of sharp sand to a depth of 50mm, then compacted
with a plate vibrator then a further 15mm is loosely
screeded over the top. For drainage purposes a slope
needs to be created dropping 2mm over 1m across and
25mm over 2m length. |
 
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Laying of
your choice of blocks, cobbles or slabs then takes
place. |
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Jointing
sand is now swept over the entire area ensuring all
joints are filled and a final compaction can now
take place |
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The
finishing touches can now be added, such as gates,
railings, and connections to lighting. |
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Your
installation is now complete and ready for use.
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