How Do You Lay 16 X 16 Patio Blocks?
Laying a patio sometimes is a labor-intensive task. To make the work easier, create a patio using 16-by-16 pavers rather than bricks or small pavers. Large pavers are available in many colors, offering choices for creating borders or center designs by using alternating patterns. Mark the exact dimensions of your patio with lengths of yarn strung between stakes in the ground. The length and the width of the patio area should be evenly divisible by 16 inches. Include in your calculations the aggregate inch count for spaces between pavers. Clear the designated area of grass, stones and any other debris, and excavate to a depth of 4 inches. Make sure the patio area is level, scraping over any risen parts with the side of a 2 by 4, then checking again with the level until the whole area is even. Insert 2-by-4 boards around the perimeter of the cleared patio area. Use a rubber mallet to knock the boards securely into place to form a framework for the patio. Lay a line of pavers along the len
