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Posted: Mon Nov 07, 2016 7:15 pm
by Andy83
Hi folks. New to this.
I am tasked with laying a mixed slab patio - approx 5m x 13m. However, I dont want a simple rectangular patio. Instead, the patio needs to be curved in a nice "S" like shape - bit exaggerated but hopefully you can visualise
Anyway my question is this......how the hell do I mark and cut this shape? I have heard that some use a hose to mark out then cut - is this a viable method? Also, so I set the slabs out loose, mark, then cut individually and bed or can I bed them in first, mark up and cut as a oner? Thanks in advance guys....a detailed description would be great
Posted: Mon Nov 07, 2016 10:47 pm
by digerjones
I would lay them out loose, then mark, then cut. Try not to see cut edges
Posted: Tue Nov 08, 2016 1:18 pm
by Andy83
Thanks Dylan,
Posted: Wed Nov 09, 2016 11:32 pm
by lutonlagerlout
the hose is a bit of a bodge method,better to use fixed points and radii ,I refer to lay beyond the curve then mark out and cut afterwards
LLL
Posted: Tue Dec 13, 2016 3:54 pm
by London Stone Paving
I would agree with LLL. Using a string and fixed radius will provide much cleaner curves. Also agree on over laying and cutting after. You'll get a much more accurate cut and a superior finish
Steve
Posted: Tue Dec 13, 2016 6:15 pm
by mickg
Nothing better for marking curves than this flexible kit from Probst
Probst Flexmarker kit
Posted: Wed Dec 14, 2016 10:08 pm
by jd paving
i find using plastic window trim to be pretty good myself
cheers john
Posted: Sat Dec 17, 2016 7:25 am
by lemoncurd1702
They look quite useful but Probst don't half know how to charge.
The flexi strips look like tent poles and wonder if something similar could be fashioned using these even if just for marking on a flat area.
Posted: Sat Dec 17, 2016 8:53 am
by seanandruby
I use an old cobra, very flexible. Electricians cable pullers nice kits.
Posted: Sat Dec 17, 2016 9:23 am
by mickg
It cost £100
comes in a protective tube so the 1 metre long poles are always lay flat unlike having a piece of plastic trim which after a few uses will become kinked
has clips to fasten it to road pins or metal bracket to hold it in place on top of the paving so you can mark what ever shape you require
you can use 3 lengths to make a circle for building a raised planter or more for a larger circle to construct a mowing strip or wall around a tree... and its always a true shape
Posted: Sat Dec 17, 2016 10:43 am
by exoticpete
I'm with mick we got one a few years back very handy bit of kit helps us cut true curves every time
Posted: Sat Jan 28, 2017 11:47 am
by lemoncurd1702
Ok, bit the bullet and purchased one £132 with vat and delivery. Still think it's expensive for what you get in the box, but it will easily pay for itself with the time saved.
Tried it yesterday and it's a thumbs up. 