So, here is my first project to tackle for the year. Thought I would document some of it. This is the shoddy paver install that was done several years ago.
Suspicious of the constant pooling after every rainstorm, sand everywhere, and a few tombstoned pavers, I decided to finally investigate.
Basically a "before shot". Doesn't look too bad from afar, I guess. Note that the top of the pavers used to actually be lined up with the top of that 2x4 edge.
I have no idea what the cement along the side is for.
So, with the two pavers pulled out, this is what was there. Looks like very little sand.
The areas closest to the side of the house show a lot of gaps where the sand is nearly completely washed out from between the pavers.
Anyhoo. Like a bad scab, I couldn't help picking and picking away at it.
Today I peaked underneath the fabric, and discovered heaps and heaps of wavy sand. It looks like 2 to 3 inches worth in parts on top of the gravel base. It will be the kids sandbox for a while until I decide what to do here. Should I compact whatever is under there, or try to get the play sand out of there?
I don't mind the look of the pavers, but any suggestions on design ideas?
Also - the fence is leaning on the neighbours property. I don't know if I should give some distance between it and the pavers. If they ever decide to fix the fence, will it cause problems?
Or should I just say screw it, and fill it up with sand and have a zen-garden with random bouts of beach volleyball?