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5. installation mortar set use laticrete 254r platinum rapid or approved alternate. use laticrete 253 in heat over 95 degrees. back-butter each paver to ensure 100% coverage and adhesion. blend pavers from several crates to enhance natural variations. maintain a grout joint no less than 0.5% of long side of paver. grout pavers using quality sanded grout such as laticrete permacolor, an impregnating or grout release prior can help. be diligent in removing any adhesive or grout from surface before drying. also follow adhesive and grout manufacturer’s application instructions. protect floor with ramboard and masonite to prevent damage from site debris or staining. sand set spread the bedding evenly over the base. course the screed to a nominal 1” thickness. do not exceed 1 1/14” thickness. compact the sand bed. rake and re-screed. lay the precast paving unit on top of screed sand in the pattern as specified. use 1/8” spacers to maintain joint. check sand bed for deviations in elevation that exceed +/-3/8” (10mm) over 10’ (3m). any lipping > 1/8” should be addressed prior to vibration/compaction. cover paver with an isolation layer to prevent cracking when compacting. use low amplitude, high frequency plate vibrator to compact the pavers into the sand bed. maintain 1/4” (6mm) joints fill joints with polymeric sand per astm c144. mock-up for large format pavers sand set
pedestal set follow chosen pedestal manufacturer’s installation specifications. pedestals can be provided by concrete collaborative. use perimeter blocking to prevent any lateral movement. any weight over normal pedestal load should
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be approved by project engineer. protect surface when complete. 6. clean + seal remove protection and sweep floor.
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thoroughly clean pavers, sweep and remove all residues or debris from paver surface. use pressure wash or masonry cleaner for more a thorough clean. for mortar set pavers, wet scrub using red htc pad. ensure pavers are clean and dry. apply quality impregnator sealer, like drytreat stain-proof or specified sealer, follow manufacturer’s instructions. 7. care + maintenance caring for your concrete pavers is a relatively simple process to incorporate into your maintenance routine. much like a natural stone your pavers can be rejuvenated with an abrasive wet-scrub and seal. our concrete pavers are made of naturally occurring raw materials and a such patina is expected with age. 8. down the road should water or liquid no longer bead-up on surface, additional sealer may need to be applied. reapply sealer per sealer manufacturer’s recommendations using a sealer-dampened micro-fiber towel. drytreat stain-proof is our recommended sealer and can be purchased directly or through concrete collaborative.
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