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Forestboy1978
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Post: # 113726Post Forestboy1978

Hi guys. I want to install a raised patio. Only 6 inches height but I want to fit vertical pavers around the sides just under the patio if you know what I mean.

Do I need to install a shallow but level concrete foundation for this or can I just lay sub base on top of membrane and compact but keep sub base perimeter a couple of inches inside of the outer perimeter of the patio then lay patio to level and trowel in a strong mortar and position cut slabs after for the sides?

Cheers :-)
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Forestboy1978
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Post: # 113727Post Forestboy1978

I guess a trench filled with mortar/ concrete and pavers bedded in the same as you would normal edging?
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lutonlagerlout
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Post: # 113729Post lutonlagerlout

a trench then the vertical pavers laid onto 150mm of lean mix concrete then haunched with a stronger wetter mix will work

I would do 2 courses of brickwork,but then I am a bricklayer :;):
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Forestboy1978
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Post: # 113730Post Forestboy1978

Cheers bud.

I'm going to have a go at building brick pillars soon to surround my the uprights for the verandah I'm building my dad.

Saw some really nice bricks. Gotta do it
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