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Post: # 312Post 73-1093879351

Hi, My block paving driveway has sunk slightly in a 1.5 sq.m. section (where my wife parked her car with a heavy load in the boot!) - could you please advise me how to carry-out a DIY repair job and without having to resort to hiring a whacker plate.
Also any recommendations about best brand of weedkiller for the drive which won't discolour the pavers?

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Post: # 313Post 84-1093879891

Hi Ian,

look at the Repair and Maintenance page for guidance on how to lift and relay the sunken paving. You can re-consolidate using a rubber "clonker" (see Tools page) or even by hammering a timber board laid over the replaced paving.

Don't forget the jointing sand - it's absolutely essential!

Weedkiller - we normally use Sodium Chlorate, but Pathclear or Tumbleweed is fine.

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