Do you want to build a paving terrace on a pedestal in your garden, but the ground is uneven? With the Cleman self-leveling paving pedestal, that's no longer a problem! This type of foundation can be installed on uneven surfaces and makes it easier for you to lay the terrace.
You do not need to carry out heavy earthworks before moving on to construction. However, it will be necessary to carry out a little preparation of the ground in order to stabilize your terrace on paving pedestals and enjoy it for many years. As over time, your unprepared ground can evolve and cause your terrace to move. The causes ? Weight and climatic conditions such as drought or heavy rain. To guarantee the longevity of your project, prepare your surface!
Here is what you need for this preparation:
- A cord
- Stakes
- A spirit level
- A shovel
- A tape measure
- A mason's box screed
- A geotextile film
- Crushed gravel
As for the implementation, it is simple and inexpensive:
- Loosen the ground over 15 cm;
- Place a geotextile felt there to eradicate the growth of weeds and save you additional maintenance;
- Make a foundation layer of crushed gravel 0/31.5;
- Compact everything.
A crushed gravel surface is ideal for using self-leveling paving pads. As this material is never perfectly flat, Cleman self-leveling pedestals can level your paving terrace due to their pivot heads.
Moreover, if you already have a terrace to renovate or a concrete screed, skip this step! You can already concentrate on laying the tiled terrace pedestals and pavings.