How to Lay Pavers on Grass

Pavers are commonly used for paths, walkways and patios. They're often laid on beds of sand or gravel, separate from the turf of your lawn. However, pavers that are laid on your grass can be an attractive addition to your landscaping. A paver path laid in the grass delineates the lawn while still maintaining a soft edge to your landscape. The same effect can be used to define outdoor sitting areas as well. A little preparation will ensure that your pavers are properly set in the grass.

Stakes
String
Marking paint
Ruler
Square-tip shovel
Wheelbarrow
Sand
Pavers
Level
Rubber mallet

Instructions

- 1
  Place stakes along the projected path of your walkway. Stretch string between the stakes. Mark the path with marking paint.
- 2
  Measure your paver. Mark the grass to the same dimensions at the location of the first paver. Dig out the sod and dirt below to a depth of 3 inches. Place the grass and dirt in a wheelbarrow as you proceed.
- 3
  Lay sand in the excavated area, filling it to within an inch of the grass level. Place your paver on the sand. Place a level on the paver and level it. Tap the paver lightly with a rubber mallet to set it properly.
- 4
  Measure the distance to the next paver location, and repeat the cutting and placement steps.

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