How to lay stepping stones using mortar?

[ivanptr]

https://youtu.be/3o1FY-ty41k?si=bI7Y79aBRMdmis5k

fast forward to 0:56:

he made it look like so easy 

but how to get same amount of mortar for different stepping stone?

Now im following the steps in this clip. And I almost reach the mortar laying process. 

Im worried that with different amount of mortar for each stepping stone, all stepping stone wont be at the same level - some higher some lower.

Seems a good idea to use brickline, and the stepping stone can lean against the line.

But if some stepping stone dont get sufficient mortar underneath them, wont they sink a bit after the mortar gets cured?

So the question is how to get same amount of mortar for different stepping stone?

[ivanptr]

Hi Mitchell,

After some trial and error, we ended up using fast-set concrete for the remaining stepping stones. Is this a better approach compared to mortar?

We forgot to mention that the pathway is sloped. Need something stronger to hold the stone.

So far, the stepping stones seem securely in place and no longer move. Hopefully, they will continue to hold

Perhaps the question we should ask is, if the stone become loose again, should we use liquid nail to adhere the stone to the mortar / concrete base ?👀

 

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[EricL]

Hello @ivanptr 

The walkway looks fantastic. The mortar should hold the paver firmly, but should it fail then I suggest using Selleys 415g Liquid Nails Landscape Stone Concrete Adhesive. 

If you need further assistance, please let u sknow.

Eric