Brock PaverBase DIY Patio Project

Brock PaverBase Panels have revolutionized the way contractors and do-it-yourself'ers install paver patios and paver walkways. This video shows a great example of how you can transform your backyard into your dream living space.

[AK-ozew]

Company claims that it replaces 5 bags of base (200 pounds) but with sand being $5/0.5-cu ft bag these days I have to question the savings with $13 2x3 panels. The drainage through limited holes is also very questionable. Not arguing that it is easier to level however compacting sand becomes crucial and a compactor may be needed. See benefits of better weed control though

[rmcquay]

The Brock PaverBase works perfectly in Houston over crap clay. I am on my third paver project today at my residence in Houston. My first project was 2 years ago, over 30' long and 5 feet wide and looks as good today as the day I laid the stones over Brock PaverBase with sand.

[vinhddoan]

I was confused about the paver edger in the video it was put above the panel would the sand under the panel be able to move away then?

[tylerdavis]

I'm using this on clay soil, after screeding 1/2" of leveling sand, watering the sand for cohesion, hand-tamping it with a 10lb hand tamper, then adding a bit more sand to cover in the spots left by the tamper and screeding again...placing like 4 panels and 2 (large) pavers and testing, I noticed there's a little give to the pavers when I walk on them. I don't know if this is normal or expected.

[robira]

What about any air pockets under the paver panels?
I assume it's pretty impossible for them to all lay perfectly flat on the sand. ??

[jillathethrilla]

Any tips on what kind of sand to use? Any particular brand?

[connie]

I’m installing 16” paver stones in a channel 10 ft x 18” over a concrete cut out that’s 4” deep. Stones are 1 1/2 “ thick. Do I still need a sand base on top of the concrete base? 😮

[ViralRivers]

I also want to extend my patio and cover existing with pavers. Did you only put those panels over the new part of the patio, not over exiting cement? Did you just put those panels level with the old patio? Do you need to compact sand prior to laying panels?

[donstevenson]

Did you put the Brock Paverbase on the existing concrete slab? Did you do anything else to prep the concrete slab?

[EverettDiane]

What is the long term stability of this product on sandy loam using small pavers? Do we need weed barrier installed under the sand?

[andreaeilenberger]

I'm confused about how to create a slope. I know it needs to be about 1/4 inch per foot away from the structure. But do you create the slope when digging and tamping the soil, or when laying the sand?

[Sane]

How level does the ground need to be before putting down leveling sand?

[SteveTabs]

Nice easy video 👍🏼 I have a question, can paver base be layed on the concrete slab? I have a walkway that’s uneven and I was wondering if I can put a thin layer of sand before laying pavers down? Thanks again! 👍🏼

[danielmurzellotheunknownma]

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Great information and very helpful.
Do keep posting more idea's
Warm regards and best wishes
The UnknownManCub 👍😎👨‍🏭

[robertjohnson]

I have 400 sq ft pavers in backyard, but the previous owner made some strange pattern that I don't like, and it grows moss, so I wanna pave again. My question is, can I use this on the old pavers directly?

[bodhisattva]

Nice video. How perfect should the ground leveling be before adding the sand, ? Will sand adjust for any little imperfections in the base. My base is level but some light does pass under the level when I check

[terridowney]

Can you use the base for an above ground swimming pool

[amarinayat]

Anyone have experience using the brock panels on clay soil? Is it still holding up? Also, my understanding is that gravel used under pavers not only provides strong foundation, but also helps with drainage.... would the soil under brock remain wet.... drainage?

Thanks in advance for your input.

[bmwdec]

Does it matter what type of leveling sand you use? Lowe's has two types that both say are used for a base when installing pavers. One looks more coarse, one more fine. Which do you use?

[robertsheward]

So people have been laying pavers directly on sand for years now, what is the benefit of using these Brock paver bases??