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Overlaying Pavers on Low Concrete Patio: Sand Setting Bed + Edge Restraint

Question: Concrete patio 10" below door threshold. Want decorative pavers on top. Thin-set mortar, regular mortar, or Liquid Nails? Grout for gaps?

Answer: No Adhesive Needed—Edge Restraint + 1" Mason Sand + Sweep Sand into Joints

Don't anchor. Install edge restraint (metal/plastic/concrete) 2.5–3" above patio. Spread 1" mason sand (play sand), screed level. Set pavers, sweep sand into joints to lock.

Mortar/Liquid Nails risk pop-off in freeze-thaw. Search "installing pavers" for videos.

—Sean J Murphy | seanjmurphy.com

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