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Laying Brick Patios in Sand

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Set bricks or other paving materials in a well-tamped bed of sand, and you'll have a flexible but firm patio surface that will stand up to years of use, even in areas subject to frost. A brick-in-sand patio is an ideal do-it-yourself project. But carrying the bricks and digging, smoothing, and tamping the patio surface involve hard work that will put a strain on your back. Don't tackle it by yourself; have helpers on hand.


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