![]() Roger Cook and his crew are using concrete pavers for the new front walk. Roger discusses the process with Kevin O’Connor. Watch as This Old House Host Kevin O’Connor and Roger Cook, landscape contractor, build and install a new walkway with concrete pavers. What is a Concrete Paver?Concrete pavers can mimic the look of brick but are manufactured and produced in molds, resulting in a uniform look in size and color. Steps for Installing Concrete PaversAnd since each paver is the same, installation is faster—unlike bricks that can vary in length and width, requiring individual cuts or locating just the “right” brick to fill the space. Step 1: Determine the Pattern
Step 2: Prep the Base for Concrete PaversThe following steps are used for any walkway or path, regardless if you are using brick or concrete pavers.
Step 3: Install the EdgingTypically a brick paver will be turned on its side, buried standing up, to hold the walkway in place, but because concrete pavers are only finished on one side (the three other sides have nubs for easy installation, and the back of the brick is unfinished), the concrete bricks need to be laid flat. To prevent the walkway pavers from becoming loose over time from wear and tear, plastic edging is installed against the bricks and secured with spikes. The plastic edging will be hidden by landscaping or grass. Want to see more? Watch the installation of an ashlar pattern for a concrete paver patio. Materials Needed:
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