{"id":26716,"date":"2024-08-07T08:01:26","date_gmt":"2024-08-07T08:01:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.turnbull.co.uk\/cms\/?p=26716"},"modified":"2026-09-17T15:33:34","modified_gmt":"2026-09-17T15:33:34","slug":"how-to-lay-sandstone-paving-slabs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.turnbull.co.uk\/cms\/information\/how-to-lay-sandstone-paving-slabs\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Lay Sandstone Paving Slabs"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\" id=\"wpb-content-root\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Laying sandstone paving can transform your outdoor space with a natural and stylish look.<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"108\" data-end=\"358\">Our guide specifically takes you through the process of installing Stonemarket Marketstone onto a full mortar bed.<br \/>\nIt can also serve as a general reference for installing other types of sandstone, slate, and limestone paving.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Estimated reading time: 8 minutes<br \/>\nPhoto by Stonemarket<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator border_width=&#8221;2&#8243; color=&#8221;orange&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Materials and Tools<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-size: 18.72px;\">Materials<br \/>\n<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>MOT Type 1 aggregate 40mm to dust<\/li>\n<li>Sharp sand<\/li>\n<li>Cement<\/li>\n<li>Jointing Compound<br \/>\n4:1 mortar joint can be used in place of compound, if preferred<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-size: 18.72px;\">Tools<br \/>\n<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Tape measure<\/li>\n<li>Spirit level<\/li>\n<li>String line and pegs<\/li>\n<li>Spade and shovel<\/li>\n<li>Rake<\/li>\n<li>Wheelbarrow<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;61px&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Rubber mallet<\/li>\n<li>Trowel<\/li>\n<li>Bucket<\/li>\n<li>Soft broom<\/li>\n<li>General Purpose Brush 3in or 4in<\/li>\n<li>Protective gloves<\/li>\n<li>Protective goggles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-size: 18.72px;\">Equipment<br \/>\n<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Plate Compactor<\/li>\n<li>Cement Mixer<\/li>\n<li>Circular Saw<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator style=&#8221;dotted&#8221; border_width=&#8221;2&#8243; color=&#8221;orange&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>Planning and Preparation<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1740481318304{background-color: #C2C2C200 !important;}&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;26735&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1740481293684{border-color: #C2C2C200 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Measure and Mark the Area<\/h3>\n<p>Accurately measuring and marking your area ensures you order the correct amount of materials and sets clear boundaries before work begins.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Measure the area you want to pave<\/li>\n<li>Calculate the square metres required by taking the length and width of the area in metres, and multiplying together<\/li>\n<li>For example, an area 2m x 3m is 6m2.<\/li>\n<li>Check your chosen paving slabs cover the total area calculated<\/li>\n<li>Mark the outline with string and pegs<\/li>\n<li>When calculating amount of paving required, an extra 5% paving is recommended for wastage and cutting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Top tip: <\/strong>Dry lay your paving out on the grass now as a final check before you start digging up the garden. This is your last chance to easily adjust the laying pattern and make sure you are happy with the look, so take a quick photo to use as a reference later.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1740481318304{background-color: #C2C2C200 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Excavate the Area<\/h3>\n<p>Proper ground preparation is essential for a long-lasting finish, starting with accurate digging.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Check for underground pipes, cables or utility lines using a Cable Avoidance Tool before digging<\/li>\n<li>Ensure edge restraints or kerbs have been accounted for in your excavation width, and mortar bed and paving slab thickness in your excavation height<\/li>\n<li>Excavate to a minimum depth of 100mm<\/li>\n<li>Adjust excavation depth accordingly to account for paving slab thickness, mortar bed, and intended use or load<\/li>\n<li>Ensure the base is level and sloped slightly away from buildings for drainage, at a ratio of 1 in 80<\/li>\n<li>Where horizontall crossfall is required, this is a ratio of 1 in 40<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Top tip: <\/strong>When being laid up to an existing structure, ensure the final surface of the paving slabs will be at least 150mm below the DPC to prevent problems with rising damp[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1740481293684{border-color: #C2C2C200 !important;}&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;26745&#8243; add_caption=&#8221;yes&#8221; img_size=&#8221;800&#215;800&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/5&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;23693&#8243; img_size=&#8221;small&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.turnbull.co.uk\/product\/-\/61131\">Spirit Level 1800mm<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/5&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;23682&#8243; img_size=&#8221;small&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.turnbull.co.uk\/product\/ox-pro-dual-auto-lock-tape-measure-8m\/120025\">OX Pro Tape Measure 8m<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/5&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;23694&#8243; img_size=&#8221;small&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.turnbull.co.uk\/product\/-\/121890\">Endurance Heavy Duty Wheelbarrow 90L in Green<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/5&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;23683&#8243; img_size=&#8221;small&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.turnbull.co.uk\/product\/-\/61196\">OX Pro Line Steel Bricklayer Pins 2pk<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/5&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;23684&#8243; img_size=&#8221;small&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Brick Line High Vis Yellow 250ft<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator style=&#8221;dotted&#8221; border_width=&#8221;2&#8243; color=&#8221;orange&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>Laying the Sub-Base<\/h2>\n<h4 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">Add First Layer of Sub-base Material<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Spread a layer of MOT Type 1 to a depth of 50mm. Use a rake to level it.<\/li>\n<li>Where adjustments are required, ensure this layer does not exceed 75mm in depth<\/li>\n<li>Use a plate compactor to firmly compact the sub-base<\/li>\n<li>Check for levelness and adjust as necessary<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">Add Second Layer of Sub-base Material<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Spread another layer of MOT Type 1 to a depth of 50mm. Use a rake to level it.<\/li>\n<li>Where adjustments are required, ensure this layer does not exceed 75mm in depth<\/li>\n<li>Use a plate compactor to firmly compact the new layer of sub-base<\/li>\n<li>Check for levelness and adjust as necessary<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;26751&#8243; add_caption=&#8221;yes&#8221; img_size=&#8221;800&#215;800&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row gap=&#8221;0px&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1788941759999{background-color: #DCDCDC !important;border-color: #FFFFFF !important;}&#8221;][vc_column css_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1788941773669{background-color: #DCDCDC !important;}&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_col-xl-inherit vc_col-lg-inherit vc_col-md-12 vc_col-sm-inherit&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"color: #000e77; text-align: center;\"><strong>Need Sub-Base Materials?<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"color: #000e77; text-align: center;\">We supply high-quality MOT Type 1 at all of our branches<\/h3>\n<p style=\"color: #000e77; text-align: center;\">Not sure how much you need?<br \/>\nOur knowledgeable team is on hand to help you calculate the exact quantities for your project so you get the perfect amount.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=&#8221;Find Your Nearest Branch&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; color=&#8221;warning&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.turnbull.co.uk%2Fcms%2Fbranches%2F|title:Find%20Your%20Nearest%20Branch&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1740481318304{background-color: #C2C2C200 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Laying Mortar and Paving<\/h3>\n<p>Mix a workable, wet mortar using 1 part cement to 4 parts sharp sand.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Working in small, manageable sections, start from a corner or fixed point and spread a 30-40mm full bed of mortar over the sub-base.<\/li>\n<li>Apply a slurry primer to the reverse side of each paving slab immediately before it is placed on the mortar bed.<\/li>\n<li>Carefully set the first slab into position and tap it gently with a rubber mallet until securely bedded.<\/li>\n<li>Maintain a uniform 10mm joint gap between each slab, using paving spacers if required to keep spacing consistent.<\/li>\n<li>Check each slab continuously with a spirit level to ensure correct height, fall, and alignment against your string lines.<\/li>\n<li>Continue laying one slab at a time across the mortar bed, moving systematically across the space.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Top tip: <\/strong>Keep a wet sponge and bucket nearby to wipe off any mortar or slurry splashes from the face of the slabs immediately, as dry mortar leaves stubborn stains that are difficult to remove later.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; 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