Paving slabs for concrete to improve the strength

The arrangement of garden paths is carried out in various ways, but not each of them can provide the best quality. A very reliable base is obtained if laying paving slabs on concrete, because the material on the basis of sand, cement and gravel is characterized by high strength properties. This option is especially relevant where there is substantial pressure on the surface.

The main advantages of the method

Не все знают, как класть тротуарную плитку на бетон, но многие имеют представление о достоинствах подобной технологии. Однако в процессе работ необходимо учитывать некоторые нюансы, касающиеся отвода влаги (читайте также статью «Бетонные кольца для канализации: строим простейший септик»).

In the case of a sand cushion, the water goes unhindered into the ground without causing harm to the coating.

• High resistance to deformation makes it possible to use the material for a long period of time.
• The relatively low price of the final design allows its application to a wide range of developers.
• Uncomplicated installation technology allows you to work directly with your own hands.

Note! When mounted on a concrete surface, you should create point receivers of moisture, lines and other systems of water drainage, then the foundation will serve for decades.

Work

When performing basic operations, accurate measurements are important, because with incorrect calculations, operation can be difficult. The top level of the cover should be below the lawn, then there will be no problems when mowing the grass at the edge. In addition, it is possible to avoid damage to the cutting elements.

Foundation creation

A prepared concrete base platform can increase the durability of the coating if all work is done correctly. In case of serious errors made during the pouring, cracks may occur, due to which the integrity of the upper layer is disturbed.

Before you put the paving slabs on concrete, you need to arrange the base itself.

1. A territory marking is immediately performed, after which a small excavation is made.. To do this, remove the soil to a depth of 20-25 cm. This distance corresponds to the spade bayonet.
2. The bottom of the trench is carefully leveled and covered with a layer of sand from 10 to 15 cm. A waterproofing material is placed on the surface of the soil, which will prevent the contact of the plate directly with moisture.
3. Formwork is made of boards or pieces of plywood around the perimeter of the site. The main elements, as a rule, are propped up by pegs, deepened into the ground with a step of 80-100 cm.
4. With the help of metal rods, a reinforcing mesh is made necessary to improve the strength properties of the structure.. It should be located in the central part.
5. The basic composition is prepared: 1 share of cement grade M400, 2 parts of sand, 4 fractions of gravel and water. By mixing all the components, you can get concrete M300, which has become widespread in the construction environment.
6. The finished mixture is poured directly into the formwork to the desired level.. It is advisable to carry out the process within a day, otherwise you will have to make special notches.

Attention! If there is already a ready base in which it is necessary to create outlet channels, diamond drilling of holes in the concrete is performed. After that, you can proceed to subsequent work.

Coating installation

Before laying the paving slabs on concrete, it is necessary to prepare a sand-cement composition with which the elements will be fixed. Usually there are four fractions of sand for one portion of the binder.

The amount of water determines the consistency of the solution.

1. First, curb stones are installed on the outer sides. To preserve the evenness stretch laces. A sand-cement mixture is applied under each element.
2. After that, the tile is laid out on a dry basis in compliance with the main pattern. If the extreme fragments go beyond the borders, then reinforced concrete is cut with diamond circles.
3. Having prepared a certain part of the coating, you can proceed to fixing the elements on the binder. For this, the mixture is poured onto the concrete surface with a trowel, after which each segment is leveled with a rubber hammer.
4. At the last stage, the seams are sealed. The finished composition is collected in a special gun and gently applied between the fragments. After drying the solution with a brush, the surface is treated.

Note! The alignment of elements during installation work is performed using the construction level, and the horizontal is checked after the installation of each row.

Product selection

Depending on the production technology, they produce vibropressed and vibro-molded tiles. In the first case, the elements of the coating are able to withstand the most intense loads; in this connection, they are actively used in setting up full-fledged automobile platforms. For garden paths, recreation areas and other areas with low load, vibratory cast products are used.

In the process of purchasing products need to pay attention to the surface. A shiny top layer can be a sign of increased water content, and this is a bad influence on the quality characteristics of the material.

Final part

Данная инструкция дает не только четкое представление о том, можно ли класть тротуарную плитку на бетон, но и предоставляет возможность ознакомиться с порядком проведения работ. Основное отличие от укладки на песчаную поверхность заключается в использовании вяжущего раствора (см.также статью «Как укладывается тротуарная плитка на бетонное основание»).

For more information about installation techniques, see the video in this article.