How to build a concrete patio step 1 lay out and excavate the patio.
Building a backyard concrete patio.
Make sure your patio is big enough for all of your outdoor furniture and allows enough space to walk around.
Remove the sod dig out 8.
The size of the patio determines the amount of concrete required and whether you will need a mixer.
The location is also important.
If the patio is too large in area it might not be an easy diy job.
When planning the location for your patio consider sight lines from windows and doors and how your project will affect them.
Concrete patio with fire pit.
Use a wheelbarrow to transport the excess soil to a compost pile or a low spot in the yard or along the foundation.
Check the string layout for square by measuring diagonally between opposing corners where the.
Step 3 nail the first.
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Set up guide strings to represent the edges of the patio using stakes and mason s lines.
Step 2 drive stakes along the new layout lines.
The curved edges of the small backyard patio help it blend right in to the backyard.
Slope the strings so that the.
Drive stakes along the layout lines putting them at the corners of the.
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.
Instructions set up the guide strings.
Excavate a 5 inch deep base plus the thickness of the flagstone brick or paver.
Using a sharp garden spade shovel remove the sod and soil at the patio location.
Build the formwork necessary to.
Lay out the patio with batterboards and mason s line.
Square the string layout.
Lay out the planned patio.
Use thicker pavers if you re adding heavy objects like a hot tub or large grill.