How to reattach pavers to concrete driveway?

[helenka4122]

My driveway is made up of pavers over a concrete base. After 20 years of use, some of the edge pavers have become loose and I would like some advice on the best product to use to re-adhere the pavers to the concrete base. 

 

 

[JacobZ]

Hi @helenka4122,

Thank you for your question and welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community, it is fantastic to have you with us.

You can stick the loose pavers back in place using Dunlop 2kg Wall And Floor Tile Adhesive. 

Start by thoroughly cleaning the concrete surface to remove any dirt or debris that will affect adhesion. This can be done with a pressure cleaner or a stiff-bristled brush and hot soapy water.

Once clean, apply the tile adhesive to the concrete using a notched trowel to create ridges in the adhesive. Then apply a smooth coating to the paver. When the paver is pressed into place, the ridges will squish, creating a vacuum between the adhesive on the ground and the adhesive on the paver. This will create the best adhesion possible.

If you want to go the extra mile, you might also like to pick up some paver bond, which is a fine sand that can be swept between the pavers. The sand is coated with a special polymer that acts as a binding agent when activated with water. This will help to lock everything in place and give your driveway strength for years to come.

Let me know if you have any further questions.

Jacob

[helenka4122]

Thanks for the advice JacobZ! I'll let you know how it goes.