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[@KajunMs39]

Thank you!!! No fuss,no muss,no loud music..just simple steps with a list of necessities.. I'm heading to Home Depot now!!! 😂😂

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

You are so welcome! Good luck on your project. 🙂

[@cutegirlsreborns0399]

This is the most easiest patio tutorial. I’m heading to Home Depot this weekend.

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

It's not easy. It's still hard work, but yes, easier and I hope I have explained it clearly. Good luck!

[@Lourdesrealtor]

Step by step showing what you did what have been helpful. Nice job. It gives me a better idea of how to start. Good job.

[@vickiedunn7458]

Yes thanks for doing the steps by step and giving the name of all the stuff you used cause if you want something but don’t know where to start and I thank God for letting me see your page thanks again

[@belindafrierson2754]

I cant believe how easy it looks and professional looking too. Thank you for your tutorial. Best ever!

[@christypelak3183]

I really like this step by step process. These projects can be so intimidating and confusing . Thankyou !!

[@tamiz8895]

That looks so good and it seems really doable for a novice. I appreciate your tutorial!!!

[@TiredmomNtequila]

Thank you for going step by step took me forever to find a video to build a patio without concrete.

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

I'm glad it was helpful. Good luck on your project.

[@Keziah-ls2sk]

Love it! You did a fantastic job. Excellent tutorial presentation, simple and to the point. Thank you.

[@trisha4829]

I really like how you showed step by step. This is what I was looking to do in my backyard! looks great

[@Henrylola-ji]

Is better to see in action hands on. My opinion. Some of us like to see hands on. But very well explained

[@liikthegod5682]

I love the video just wondering if I could follow there instructions while using 12x12 engineered wood tiles as the flooring for the gazebo, also how far above ground level does your floor sit?

[@johnbrevard5966]

WOW!.. That looks amazing, More than amazing... it looks more inviting than any poured concrete etc area, Love the whole setup.. You win in our home

[@vbbent]

Nice calm narration. Looks like a nice, easy project.

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

Well, I'd say easier, but not necessarily easy. :)

[@sushmitadash4652]

Do you have a video of how did you fix the gazebo side poles ?

[@mdpooh719]

Yes this was one of the best....thanks!

[@Strawberrysh0rtcak323]

How’d you secure it?

[@grace2garden403]

Thank you for sharing this. Good narration. YOu mad it look so easy, thanks for the work around of not having to dig down as far.

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

We hope it was helpful. That is why we decided to post it. Wish we had done video, but you never know when you start a project if its gonna work out for you.

[@OkNikaOK]

Thank you for this video!! This video inspired me to give it a try and when I lose my motivation I go back to your video. I bought those pads and I can’t wait until I’m on that stage. I’m in the hardest part now ... excavation 😓

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

Oh, yes! That is the hardest part. If you don't have help, go slow. The leveling is something you want to take your time with also. We are really happy we have been able to motivate others. Our backyard was just grass before we put ours in. We thoroughly enjoyed it once it was done, but it is still work. 💗

[@busymamatips1475]

Well done thanks a lot.. I’m surprised, no cement, no heavy machinery!

[@bottleimp007]

Nicely done!

[@Luis-np2sc]

Good job explaining everything! Thanks you.

[@ladyrey1030ify]

This is definitely a blessing for my family. I was going to take the long way round and use gravel. I'm excited to get started.

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

You can do it! It will still be work, but best of luck to you. I'm sure it will be great!

[@brettprice6650]

The hardest part is making sure the stakes are all lined up!!!!

[@Tikikat22]

Amazing I love this so much!!!

[@musoseven8218]

Great video and good ideas. Thanks for sharing 👍😊

[@CHIBA280CRV]

Fantastic job 👍👍👍👍👍

[@kayblossom8505]

Hi, can the foam pads go on top of the plastic without the sand?

[@lisaaustin3625]

Great job.

[@michellesimpsons356]

Really nice. Lots of work.

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

Yes, thank you and yes, it is still work, just a little less than with gravel.

[@Lmat0423]

Nice outcome! Would have been nice to see all of the actual products used for this project.

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

Thank you! Many are linked in my description box. We had no idea we would put this on KZbin or that it would gain popularity when we did the project.

[@lcorvette]

Thanks for the video! I’m in the middle of building my outdoor oasis. I have 78 base pavers coming Monday!!! Lol 😂

[@Adayinthelife1201]

So glad I saw this, was just quoted $1600.00 for a 8x10 area.

[@MS-gn4gl]

That's honestly a fantastic deal, the money saved to diy is paid back in lots of sweat equity and if you do any steps wrong you could be leaving yourself to do the whole thing twice.

[@littlefrank5956]

From whom did you get a quote? Seems cheaper

[@YoMamaAtHOME]

I am going to do this

[@Sazonman]

How did you anchor the gazebo down onto the concrete tiles

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

Its anchored in the dirt outside the concrete tiles.

[@accrualworld318]

At 3:34, what is the proper name for the “shoes” on the gazebo? That’s all I can think to call them lol

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

I don't know. I'm not sure what you mean. The ends?

[@accrualworld318]

@@BluebirdHomeAndDIY the brown things at the bottom of the 4 legs of the gazebo in between the gravel

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

Covers? Feet? I'm sorry. I'm not familiar with a proper name.

[@mommymint]

What kind of clay did you use? Thank you we are following your guide to make an outdoor classroom/ patio

[@angiegracie6954]

Very NICE!

[@anujbhatia3337]

How are the concrete pavers looking after a couple years. We are considering stone vs concrete.

[@ladygem]

Thanks for sharing this video. I just found your video but I’m doing the exact same thing with my patio. Although I bought the plastic deck tiles I might switch out to stone tiles. Thanks

[@dinahduke1982]

So inspiring😍😍😍

[@hameddadgour]

Great video. Thank you for sharing!

[@1nvmay]

I wish you documented this step by step. I’m new at this and would love to see what you meant by adding the clay to the edge. You didn’t illustrate that , only mentioned it. It looks beautiful anyway!

[@stephenbuckley5273]

Hey, thank you so much for your video! Quick question, since you did not dig deep down and put down gravel to help with drainage & creating stability the space for the paver base, how is this holding up present day? Are the pavers shifting? Are they pretty stable? I have most of the supplies to do this in my backyard today but would like to know if I should buy gravel as well

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

All the info is in the video description or comments. We moved several years ago, so I cannot give you a current status. Everything wears out after a while.

[@keishamitchell6646]

Absolutely Beautiful

[@creneemugo94]

Apologies if this has been asked already, but I have the same size gazebo and I'm prepping for the flooring. How many packs of stones should I get if I imitate this design? Thanks!

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

I'm sorry, but I don't remember the exact amount of rocks. If you mean the border that is. This was an afterthought because we thought we might not need it. Clearly we did. Sorry I can't be more help on that.

[@taymarie24]

Awesome idea thanks

[@zigma10473]

ya did great 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾well done

[@hectorparris4504]

Hi that is a excellent job and it save a ton of money great going 👍

[@scottoden2691]

What’s a good fabric to lay down? Everything I’ve ever used in my garden still has a little bit of grass and some weeds get through sometimes.

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

We had some trouble with that in the rocks also. I'm not sure that's entirely avoidable.

[@Faithnhustle]

I love this!!

[@keketayv1111]

What did you use to secure the gazebo into the ground?

[@amr2nj]

Thank u for sharing such a detailed information. Price detailed and information was so helpful.

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

My pleasure 😊 Glad it was helpful.

[@doncooper4729]

After you removed the grass did you add any other type of dirt before you levelled it with the level on top of the 4 x 4 . It looks like you did add some more soil! Did you? Don

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

We did not. We added sand, like I said and showed in the video.

[@zoezzzarko1117]

What about heaving in the winter?

[@Dadof3kidz]

Great video. Gave me some great ideas for my project. Thank you for sharing!

[@leahlattimore9771]

Thanks I been looking for something nice and simple like this

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

Yes, it is simpler, but not simple, just to clarify. No DIY backyard project ever is simple. Wishing you the best on your patio DIY. Thanks for watching.

[@NottyGurlStyle]

This is by far the most easiest patio tutorial I’ve seen so far! My family and I are on the path of finally getting our first home, so I would love to have a small patio to enjoy my summer days and nights out on. But we will definitely be on a very tight budget so I was looking for something that won’t break my wallet when it’s time to get supplies. I’m curious, since you moved have you built a new on at your current location? This looks so professional I would be in love with it too if I was a buyer looking to purchase a home. Lol Thank you for this!

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

Congratulations on your new home! We have a deck that was already here. If we were to do another one, we would do the same thing and probably try to film it as we only took pictures before. It's not in the immediate future though.

[@basmamaged432]

Congratulations, I am pn budget too ,did you build your patio?

[@drshondagarnerbrooks515]

Perfect video. Thanks for keeping it short and clean.

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching!

[@MrsAnaelimont]

How labor extesive was this?

[@miamilan4812]

Loved this!!! I wanted to add a paver patio but the idea of digging 7 inches down I didn’t like. This is great! Thank you!!

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

I hear you! We did not want to dig either. I hope I was clear. I wish we had filmed it, but I wasn't thinking about that when we did it. It was one of the best things we did in our yard/home.

[@bwariebib]

I have watched this video over n over again… your work looks very nice.. my question is how did you stick the gazebo to the ground ? This for sharing..

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

We just staked it down with the stakes that came with it. In the dirt portion outside of the actual patio perimeter, so they are underneath the rock portion. We get summer storms but we are not in a hurricane area. I did not make an actual video. We put this up last year when we knew many people might be at home and looking to improve their yards. I'm sorry I don't have as many video clips as I would have liked. I had no idea it would become so popular.

[@willwang5603]

Those stones fly around during windy weather?

[@jenmv3483]

Thank you the the detailed explanation and prices.

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

You bet!

[@ladyowl6743]

do those pads come in a csae or individually?

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

We bought them by the piece. Lowes, Home Depot, etc. should have them.

[@ladyowl6743]

@@BluebirdHomeAndDIY thank you

[@mzboogie3491]

Love this tutorial. Mine May be more labor intense as my backyard is not leveled at all. Any suggestions?

[@ellenflorida7606]

Exactly what I was looking for thank you thank you very much for this video

[@lowsky361]

What type of anchors did you use to secure the gazebo to the ground?

[@thatboychris3668]

I'm trying to find out how many I mean how many bricks that you need for us to build that patio

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

HI, all the information is in the description box below the video. I may even have already answered some questions in the comments, too.

[@tonyastrange9362]

Thank you for this tutorial! We are following your tutorial and it is coming out great! I am having some trouble with finding the right stones - any chance you recall the stones you used? brand? or size? Thanks so much!

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

I'm glad its going well for you. We got them at either Home Depot or Lowes so, I think they are pretty easy to find.

[@tonyastrange9362]

@@BluebirdHomeAndDIY I was able to find some that look pretty good. thanks again!

[@cristinasisco4557]

Do you tamper down the sand or just level it out?

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

Use a tamper

[@jagdishdeshpande5374]

good job

[@ChildOfTheKing444]

What is the brand name of the pavers? Thank you for a great video!

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

The actual pavers are from Menards www.menards.com/main/building-materials/landscaping-materials/pavers-patio-blocks/16-x-16-wetcast-ashlar-patio-block/1791891/p-1444441476732-c-5786.htm?tid=4532712962932452022&ipos=13

[@KindlybyQ]

How many lbs of river rocks?

[@xmfchang3711]

How is the gazebo held down?

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

We are only using the stakes that came with the gazebo. If you live in a place with hurricanes you might want to research a more secure way to hold down the gazebo. We live in the Midwest and don't have to worry about those type of winds.

[@fostemail8772]

Great 👍🏾 easy to follow along advice

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

That'good! I'm glad. Thank you for watching!

[@richardmartinez2232]

Great video !

[@SPLENDORISTA]

Thank you for sharing. Do you know about how much leveling sand you bought and where? I am in Ohio

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

Hi, please see my pinned comment at the top of the comments section.

[@JulyRobbins]

What kind of river rock?

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

You can pick it up at Menards, Lowes, Home Depot, any of those places.

[@tomcruise4style]

Its very impressive and very well made. My yard has a slope. How can i do your design in the sloped yard? Your inputs are really appreciated..

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

We don't have experience with a sloped yard. You will probably want to consult with someone who is knowledgeable in this area.

[@tomcruise4style]

@@BluebirdHomeAndDIY thanks for the reply.. sure will do

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

I'm sorry I can't help more. Best of luck to you.

[@alejandrosanabria2198]

Muchas gracias, su video me ayudó mucho, y muy bien explicado. 👍

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

You are welcome. Thank you for watching.

[@krstone24]

Just to make sure I understand the measurements…the total of your square (including the part where the river rocks are) is a total of 16“ all around is that correct? Or is the patio portion 16” with an additional 12” where the river rocks where added?

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

Whatever size you make your patio its an additional 12 inches for the border.

[@Claribel42]

Great 👍 job!! I love it. I would like that you list down the amount of each material you used on this project, like how many paver pads you bought? Etc etc. please 🙏

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

Check description. I have a list in the box below the video. Thank you!

[@TheSkeeter02]

Love it

[@mahmoudkhouzame89]

How do you hold the leg base of your gazebo

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

We just staked it into the ground with the pieces that came with it. I cannot vouch for areas that have heavy winds/hurricanes, etc.

[@Ashnroses86]

Do you know if there is any issue with mold or rot of the foam pads under the pavers? I live in Louisiana so our climate is very muggy. Thanks!

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

I'm sorry but I have no idea on that.

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

I'm back. Been thinking on this. I would check the paver pad company for what they have to say about it or maybe there are some reviews online from people in your area? My guess is somewhere this info is out there.

[@teeahtate]

Nice. Thanks

[@sapphire2038]

What is the size of your patio gazebo?

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

12 x 10 Allen + Roth - Lowes

[@michaelk1620]

Once I remove the grass/sod, what can I do with it as it will be a lot and quite heavy. How do I dispose it or do I need to rent a dumpster? Thank you!

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

For ours we didn't need a dumpster, but we had several wheelbarrow loads we spread in a flower bed and shoring up around our home.

[@roderickjohnsonjr8100]

How deep did you’ll dig into the ground?

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

HI, please see my pinned comment at the top of the comments section.

[@aarav-thesuperkoolscientis3608]

How you have installed the gazebo stand, did you put some concrete base to hold the stand ?

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

My husband said he has heard people in windy areas bury cinder blocks under each post in the ground and anchor the gazebo to them. We just drove the stakes into the dirt. Where we live it can get windy, but not too bad.

[@zigma10473]

very nice

[@maxinegill3828]

Love this. Im new. Just subscribe

[@jenniferalva7163]

I love it

[@watsonlow22]

Thanks for this

[@sassyleo7821]

Loved it, this is exactly what I want for my backyard. Great job!!!

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

Thank you!!

[@boluoyouyouyou]

Thanks for sharing! Is there a need to apply permit to build such a patio?

[@babybear4524]

I didnt see info as to the exact name of the pavers and where to buy them. Can you please share.

[@babybear4524]

@@BluebirdHomeAndDIY Thanks. I looked it up and all the links lead to Brock paver base. Is that also the name of the actual pavers?

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

My apologies, you said pavers. The link is in my description box for this video. We went with a little higher priced paver. We thought it looked better and probably hold up better.

[@karmaticsatire]

Does this hold up during the winter. Or will it get ruined ?

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

We used it three summers, so two winters because we then moved. You want to use locking sand at the end of the season. All info is in my description for this video.

[@lisazigg]

My hubby and i just started this project.. We were going to put the edging in first to use as a guide. We purchased the paver pads as well.. This helped us so much. Thank you. Given that you spent $33 on sand. I assume you bought about 8 bags. Is that correct?

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

We did this in 2016 and the exact number escapes me. Also, keep in mind that it was 2016 prices and prices have risen some. Yes, it was a lot of sand. I don't know your yard or topography, so I really can't answer. I know for us finding the right amount so you don't have too much or too little is a little tricky. Good luck on your project. Don't get discouraged! It's so nice to have a patio space for the summer! 💗

[@lisazigg]

@@BluebirdHomeAndDIY thank so much for responding.. just trying to guesstimare base on what you used.. People at the store were telling us we needed 2 to 3 inches of depth for the sand. So knowing you did just fine with 1/2 inch was very helpful and will save us money and time . Ours is 12 x12 and will be covered by a 11x13 cantilever 360 ° tilt umbrella. Im going to paint some pavers with a stencil to give it a more unique look. I was feeling overwhelmed but you helped me realize that we can do this. Im excited again .. my hubby is too.

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

Just make sure you won't be putting any vehicles on it. Just furniture and people. 😊 I have an Instagram account @bargainbluebird. If you have Instagram and post a photo please tag me in it. I would love to see your patio.

[@bluesensjays]

@@BluebirdHomeAndDIY how has it held up over the years?

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

Hi, for the next two years we lived there it held up well...so, three seasons. We needed to use locking sand in the fall before the season changed. We live in the north with lots of cold and snow. After we moved, the neighbors who we are friends with, said the new people were using the patio a lot. So, I can't speak for it after we left, but it sounds like it is still being used. We put the patio in because we had given up on moving, so we intended to use it for a long time. Then we ended up relocating. I say all of this because there was a comment about us moving after putting it in. We intended to stay. We had held off on improvements for years. Then, as luck would have it, we ended up moving.

[@cleanbeautynation]

Great job on this. I have purchased some stones and the paver boards and will be trying this method for sure. How did you keep your gazebo in the ground?

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

Hi, we just used the stakes. I don't know what the weather is like where you live, so I don't know if that will work for you.

[@cleanbeautynation]

@@BluebirdHomeAndDIY thank you. We are on the coast so ours blew down during a storm. But we have had people’s stay up that bolted them down to their decks and concrete patios.

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

Yes, I'm sorry I can't help you there, but I am sure it sounds like those around you can give you better tips than I could. Enjoy your summer and hopefully hurricane free!