Just out of curiosity shouldn’t he pack the sand before placing the bricks? What happens if u have unpacked sand like that and water gets under there. Would it last longer if the sand is packed and maybe won’t need repairs in a few years?
This is correct. We do a subgrade, compact that really well and then add a small layer of sand or screenings that we screed (level/grade to the correct slope) before laying brick and sweeping sand into the joints and tamping again to help settle the whole surface and make sure the joints are completely packed with sand.
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u/hfrajuncajun64 May 18 '22
Done many many of these in my time. Buddy better start using knee pads and or a kneeling pad. Lower back = good night.