If you want to use pavers to build a patio, you'll probably hear the advice that laying pavers over dirt is a mistake. It's true — you should level the ground and add sand and gravel over the dirt ...

Q. This year I plan to build a patio with precast concrete pavers. I'd like to know any tips you can share about this project. How much dirt do I need to remove? Do the pavers just go on the dirt? How ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

Q: We plan to build a patio. I prefer interlocking pavers, but my wife wants to use concrete. I know concrete is much faster, but I think the pavers will look better. How hard is it to install the ...

When you are looking to create a DIY paver project for your yard, it's important to use the right base paver edging material. The base material delivers a stable foundation so the edging for the ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- More and more homeowners are choosing to install pavers, rather than concrete, to finish outdoor surfaces like patios, porches, pool decks, sidewalks and driveways. Pavers ...