Sand in crack?

Bluefoam

Should I brush sand into this style of paver? I guess the gaps are there on purpose...

The Continental Op

Ideally you want a bone dry sharp fine sand. I used to work on sites that had new roads made of pavers. What they used to do on those was to brush the sand in then just leave it on the surface so any traffic tracked it in. The sand really does help lock them in place. Any sand is better than nothing but our cheap standard plastering sand can be a bit too course and to my mind is the wrong colour.

Bluefoam

I have kiln dried paving sand, just wanted to make sure it's right to use sand in this style of block... Thanks for the advice!

The Continental Op

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120482471#Comment_120482471

You want it bone dry and the pavers dry so it brushes in without the grains sticking together.

Bluefoam

Thanks, I'll keep it for a sunny day!

The Continental Op

I was concerned it was wet after pressure washing? Its not the end of the world if its a bit damp but the right stuff goes in really well with a soft broom if its dry.

Bluefoam

Nah, that's just the rain 😄

Xander10

When I saw the thread title, I thought this might be a thread about a visit to the beach.

the_amazing_raisin

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120482618#Comment_120482618

I was about to say the same, reckon the OP was having a laugh when they were writing it 😂

septictank

I thought he was a dealer.

FishOnABike

Is that permeable paving? If it is you might want to use some fine 3mm jointing aggregate rather than sand to ensure water can still drain away through the paving and avoid ponding.