Step 3 nail the first.
Building a backyard concrete patio.
Instructions set up the guide strings.
When planning the location for your patio consider sight lines from windows and doors and how your project will affect them.
In this video we take you from start to finish on how we setup form and pour a concrete patio if you have any questions dont hesitate to comment or leave f.
Lay out the planned patio.
Make sure your patio is big enough for all of your outdoor furniture and allows enough space to walk around.
Use thicker pavers if you re adding heavy objects like a hot tub or large grill.
Step 2 drive stakes along the new layout lines.
Determine where you want to construct a concrete patio how large it will be and its exact dimensions.
Slope the strings so that the.
Check the string layout for square by measuring diagonally between opposing corners where the.
Excavate a 5 inch deep base plus the thickness of the flagstone brick or paver.
The size of the patio determines the amount of concrete required and whether you will need a mixer.
Set up guide strings to represent the edges of the patio using stakes and mason s lines.
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Build the formwork necessary to.
A metal fire pit is at the center of this concrete patio from cedar creek landscaping.
Using a sharp garden spade shovel remove the sod and soil at the patio location.
If you re looking to add a fire pit to your space check out these 12 great backyard fire pit ideas.
Concrete patio with fire pit.
If the patio is too large in area it might not be an easy diy job.
Use a wheelbarrow to transport the excess soil to a compost pile or a low spot in the yard or along the foundation.
Square the string layout.
The curved edges of the small backyard patio help it blend right in to the backyard.
Drive stakes along the layout lines putting them at the corners of the.
Remove the sod dig out 8.