Posted: Sat Apr 09, 2005 9:44 pm
I'm planning to create a very small patio, about 1600 x 2600 (just to link my decking to the back gate) and I'm planning on using carpet stones. I have a concrete path running along the back of the house (between the decking and gate) about 900 wide then basically compacted rubble/mud which will all be covered by my new patio.
I've read up as much as possible about foundations etc but not sure on how strict I need to be considering it's such a small area and is only really going to be walked on every now and again. So a couple of questions if anyone can help:
Should I follow the standard guidelines on hardcore depth etc or can I get away with less hassle (work!)?
Can I leave the concrete path in place or should i dig it up (I have plenty of distance between the current path and the dampcourse)?
Should I still get a vibrating plate for compacting?
Any advice would be appreciated...
Cheers Murf.
I've read up as much as possible about foundations etc but not sure on how strict I need to be considering it's such a small area and is only really going to be walked on every now and again. So a couple of questions if anyone can help:
Should I follow the standard guidelines on hardcore depth etc or can I get away with less hassle (work!)?
Can I leave the concrete path in place or should i dig it up (I have plenty of distance between the current path and the dampcourse)?
Should I still get a vibrating plate for compacting?
Any advice would be appreciated...
Cheers Murf.