DIY Weed Barrier Under Pavers

Sand and Gravel Barrier

• 1

  Dig an 8-inch trench the length and width of the area you are going to pave. Layer the 2-inch gravel on the bottom of the trench about 4 inches deep. Shovel an inch of sand over the top of the gravel. Spray the sand down so that it packs itself into the gravel.

• 2

  Add 1 inch of sand over the gravel and sand layer. Wet the sand down again, taking care to not wash the sand away. Layer the 1-inch gravel in a 2-inch layer over the previous layers. Spread sand on top of the gravel. Spray the sand to encourage it to pack itself between the gravel.

• 3

  Add an inch of sand, then wet the sand again to encourage it to pack itself into the gravel. Rake the sand evenly. Add enough sand to make the layers even with the top of the trench. Wet the sand and rake it even.

• 4

  Fit the pavers into your design on top of the sand. Stamp the pavers down as you install them. If the pavers are not level, adjust the sand under that paver to make it level.

Plastic Barrier

• 5

  Dig the sod out of the area in which you wish to install pavers.

• 6

  Spray the area with weed killer. Cover the area with the plastic sheeting.

• 7

  Install the pavers.