monstie said:hi, 4 inches of hardcore(804) compressed with a heavy wacker plate, 1-2 inches of PAVING sand again compressed is enough for a driveway base. Cost per metre ranges from €75-€100 supply and fit including groundwork for a proper contractor. Brush-in sand costs €5 per bag which covers approx. 5 sq. met. and is essential for stabilising the paving and weed control. Definitely the nicest of any finish on a drive if done properly and with care, worth every penny
Odea said:I have pea gravel in my driveway, came with the house. I cannot recommend it enough. It needs a rake a couple of times a year but that's about it. If you spill something on it such as paint or engine oil just rake it and it disappears. Ours was the grey variety but we mixed in some white stones (only a few) and they glisten when it rains on them. Our neighbour got cobbleock, at a cost. The area where he drives his car has a dark mark from his tyres and some weeds and moss have taken up residence in the cracks.
hi, 4 inches of hardcore(804) compressed with a heavy wacker plate, 1-2 inches of PAVING sand again compressed is enough for a driveway base. Cost per metre ranges from €75-€100 supply and fit including groundwork for a proper contractor. Brush-in sand costs €5 per bag which covers approx. 5 sq. met. and is essential for stabilising the paving and weed control. Definitely the nicest of any finish on a drive if done properly and with care, worth every penny
Sueellen, where is the sand gone? Have you powerwashed it out?
If so, you would be better off with a compactor so that the sand is worked well into the joints. It is the sand that creates a frictional bond between the bricks that stops them from rocking about.
Best thing is to brush in sand, compact (the sand will fill all voids in the joints) and then brush a final coat of sand to top up the joints again. Make sure the bricks and joints are competely dry before you brush in any sand.
I'm no expert on weedkiller but Roundup is good and I think it is safe enough for pets once it has dried (unless your dog has a habit of eating the weeds). Spray the roundup a few days before to ensure it completely gets into the weeds.
What's the difference between a compactor and a wacker (whacker?)? When they did the job originally they used the latter.
No difference, a Wacker is just a make of plate compactor. You don't need anything too big, just ask for a small petrol plate compactor in your local hire shop. Wear a dust mask and ear plugs when using it. That dried sand is very bad for the lungs.
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