The Brew Cabin

Posted: **Wed Aug 20, 2008 3:12 pm**

Hello,
My project is a 45m2 patio, rectangular is shape. One side is a straight house foundation. I will begin laying blocks as soon as weather permits.
The design will be 90 or 45 degree herringbone. I am leaning toward the 90 degree because of the straight wall.
I much prefer the 45 degree design but hesitant for fear of skewing the whole thing with a poor layout.
Any suggestions for a layout or workflow? Should I be considering a chalklne, stringline or some other reference?
I could not find a discussion on the subject, so maybe it is not such a big deal to others.

Thanks in advance.
Nelson

Posted: **Wed Aug 20, 2008 3:21 pm**

Use a stringline, as described on the main website.

45Â° herringbone is no more difficult to lay than 90Â°. It's the cutting-in that makes it difficult, but the finished effect makes it all worthwhile.

Posted: **Wed Aug 20, 2008 3:37 pm**

Tony,
Thanks for the fast reply.
OK, I will search for the stringline solution.
I was thinking that using a concrete saw would really ease the pain of cutting in. I would not attempt any cut in without a saw.
This is my first project so I hope to compensate my lack of experience with advice from experts. This site is the best.
Nelson

Posted: **Wed Aug 20, 2008 6:06 pm**

OK,
The layout as presented in the main site looks very doable and 45 degree herringbone it is.
Thanks again.
Nelson

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