How to Lay a Flagstone Path

Flagstone is sold by the ton; one ton of 2″ thick stone covers ~90 sq ft. Confirm coverage with your supplier. Have stone delivered close to the site. Tools: baby sledge, brickset, hand tamper, gloves, eye protection.

Materials

• Coarse sand
• Weed barrier (PVC sheeting or fabric)
• Flagstone
• Limestone screenings

1. Excavate base. Dig 6″ below grade, level bottom, lay weed barrier, add 4–5″ coarse sand. Tamp firmly so stones sit flush with ground.
2. Lay stones. Arrange with consistent gaps (≤1″). Take time for the best fit. Press stones into sand, maintaining level surface.
3. Fill joints & finish. To cut stone, score with brickset, lay across scrap wood, and strike unsupported part. Sweep limestone screenings into cracks and soak to settle.