How to Use Gravel for a Paver Base

Combining gravel and pavers is an effective way to build paths, walkways or outdoor living spaces. Not only are the materials attractive and versatile, but they're durable and relatively easy for the do-it-yourself homeowner to install. Proper preparation is important if your project is to go smoothly.

Marking paint
Shovel
Ruler
Wheelbarrow
Landscape cloth
Utility knife
Landscaping gravel
Rake
Pavers

Instructions

- 1
  Mark the boundaries of the area where you'll be installing the gravel and pavers with a can of marking paint.
- 2
  Excavate the area you've marked to a depth of four inches by digging it our with a shovel. Place the dirt in a wheelbarrow as you proceed for easier disposal.
- 3
  Cover the bottom of the dug-out area with landscape cloth, to inhibit the growth of weeds and slow erosion. Cut the landscape cloth to fit with a utility knife, and overlap separate pieces of cloth by several inches.
- 4
  Fill the area to a depth of two inches with landscaping gravel. Rake the gravel smooth.
- 5
  Place your pavers into the gravel in the pattern you desire. Fill the areas around the pavers with additional gravel to complete the gravel and pavers landscaping.

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