Sand and cement? - Can you use cement on sand?

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Glanmor
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Post: # 114315Post Glanmor

I have a 25sq mtr area prepared for the laying of my patio slabs. It has a type 1 base plus a top surface of sharp sand.
I was going to lay my slabs (600x600) direct on to the sand but having done more research that doesn't look like a good idea, so"......
Can I lay a cement bed directly on to the sand to lay my slabs on or do I need to remove the sand completely before laying the cement?
Any help or suggestions would be much appreciated
Thank you
Glen
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lutonlagerlout
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Post: # 114316Post lutonlagerlout

the sand needs to be removed and mixed in a mixer with cement,then it is ready for laying the slabs/flags

your way will fail sure as eggs is eggs Glen

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Glanmor
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Post: # 114320Post Glanmor

I thought that would be the answer so I,m glad I asked and got the confirmation
Many thanks
Glen
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