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If they don't, then 4 thick is usually standard for a patio slab, how large or small it is doesn't really matter. The most important part is the sub-base. Make sure you have a good gravel base. I would recommend at least 12 inches of compacted gravel. I like gravel where the aggregate (rocks) are no larger than 1.
Since the granite patio already has a good foundation. The easiest way would be to lay down a bed of concrete, and mortor the pavers in place. This will also do away with the need of replacing the sand that is compacted in-between the stones, each time a heavy rain hits your area.With over 20 years of masonry experience, you can trust me on this.o answer Bob Way, you have a low spot in your patio due to the fact that you probably didnât compact the soil underneath and install Geofabric and 4â³ of CR6 under the sand before you placed the pavers. Sorry to say that Danny is not giving the correct way to install pavers.