| We used a 2"x4" about 4' long. After preparing our site and tamping it, we poored the sand on it, trying to distribute it pretty evenly as we went. I then took my trusting 2x4 and started spreading the sand out pretty much the same you would concrete. After I got it level to the eye, I sprayed it with water and let it set over night, then came back the next day and did it all over again. Probably over kill to do it over, but I did. After that step I started laying the pavers. I'd lay one then tap it firmly with a rubber malet. I did use a level at this point, but kept all the pavers just a hair of plum in the back, giving it about a 4 to 6 degree grade to the patio, so it would drain well. I purposely did not use the tamper at this point electing to only set the pavers with a malet. I Wanted the patio to have some settling room, so it would have a more aged effect. |
Here is a link that might be useful: Our 2004 garden photos
