The Brew Cabin

Posted: **Wed Apr 18, 2018 9:22 pm**

Hi Everyone,

First time poster.

After wacker-playing a hardcore base I started to lay the slate slabs on soft builders sand. A little person in the back of my mind says I should have probably used sharp.

The question is, can I keep going and get away with it or should I rip them up and start again or is there another alternative I donâ€™t know about.

Thanks in advance!

(Canâ€™t seem to attach a photo of works completed thus far)

Posted: **Wed Apr 18, 2018 9:44 pm**

Link to patio photos.

https://photos.app.goo.gl/SguuJku3jdUz8kjj1

Posted: **Wed Apr 18, 2018 10:03 pm**

Have you used cement in your mix?

Posted: **Wed Apr 18, 2018 10:08 pm**

NO rip it up
flags must be laid on a cementious mix 6 grit sand and 1 cement,with water to suit
plus a bond bridge

laid on builders sand they wont last 5 minutes

best do it right
http://www.pavingexpert.com/layflag1.htm
LLL

Posted: **Thu Apr 19, 2018 10:15 am**

Thanks LLL! Yep took it up this morning and having a fresh run at it this afternoon. Best to do it properly.

Cheers!

The Brew Cabin

Using builders sand - Laying slate on builders not sharp sand