Q: I've decided it's time for a patio in my backyard. After visiting a local business that sells a vast variety of patio pavers, I'm ready to start. Do you think this is a real DIY job, or am I ...

For patios and larger installations, a concrete restraining edge, aka an edge restraint, might be necessary. It acts as a barrier and prevents the pavers from moving as the earth settles over time.

News Home and garden Ask The Builder: Paving a patio is job most do-it-yourselfers can handle Sat., July 29, 2017 This patio paver job is being done by a 65-year-old man. If he can do it with no ...

While the DIY approach will save you money on labor, it will also require much more work from you. To successfully complete a paver patio with minimal frustration, you will need your own equipment ...

How To DIY A Seat Wall With Patio Pavers To start placing your seat wall, mark the shape of your wall on the ground or patio. Begin stacking the pavers one at a time in the desired shape ...

The most common do-it-yourself patio materials are bricks, pavers and stone. Although the installation methods vary somewhat, they all require a stable base.

How To Choose The Right Pavers For Your Patio Space Beyond understanding the materials themselves, you have to consider the project and your outdoor space as a whole. For example, some of the main ...

Take a paver project for a 12 X 12 patio. Do it yourself for about $1,700, the price of the materials. Hire a professional and you're looking at $3,500. If you can invest the time and have the tools, ...