Laying bluestone stepping stones

[Alan__]

Hi all,

I plan on laying a number of 30mm thick bluestone steeping stone pavers (various round sizes) on a grass area. Is the process to remove the grass at the location of each stepping stone, lay some mortar then place and level each paver? If so, how thick should the mortar be and what type of mortar should be used?

Is there another method or is mortar the correct way to go?

Are there any recommended sealant I should also use?

Any insights appreciated.

[Jason]

Hi @Alan__,

I completed a similar project using 30mm Bluestone rounds a few years back.  

The rounds I used were as long as 800mm so they were certainly big and heavy and not going anywhere. I don't believe there's any need for concrete in this application but you do obviously need to work to get them level. That's when paving sand is your friend. I first removed the turf, and sufficient dirt so I can easily mow over the top of them, then added the paving sand to ensure a stable base. 

You might also be interested in this project by @Kate23 - Bluestone rounds to replace lawn. Kate mentions that she did concrete hers in. I certainly would if I was using smaller pavers otherwise they would move. 

Hope that helps.

Jason

[Alan__]

Thanks @Jason ,

Very helpful.

I plan on using a mix of paver sizes varying from approx 500mm to 1200mm so may need to mortar some and not others. 

Would you recommend a particular sand i.e Brunnings Paver Sand  or something else.

Could you recommend a mortar for when we need to use that?

Thanks again for your help.

[EricL]

Hi @Alan__ 

Thanks for sharing your question about laying blue pavers. The Brunnings 20kg Landscape Paver Sand should work very nicely with the pavers. I recommend using Australian Builders 20kg Sand And Cement Mix Bag to anchor the paver in place.

My best advice is to make sure to dig deep enough so the paver is at the same level as the soil.

Please make sure to wear personal protection such as gloves, goggles and a mask when working with the cement.

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

Eric

[Alan__]

Thanks for the reply @EricL. Appreciated.

They may have been basic questions but best to use the right materials from the start  

[Jason]

No questions are too basic or simple @Alan__. Feel free to post whenever you need a hand. We're here to help.

Looking forward to you sharing the end results.

Jason