In this guide, we will show you step by step how to proceed, what to watch out for, and how to avoid the most common mistakes.
Are you planning to enhance the surroundings of your house, driveway, terrace, or pathway? Concrete paving FEROBET is among the most durable and beautiful solutions for reinforcing outdoor areas. With a wide range of colours and formats, you can easily create a modern or natural look that lasts for years. The good news is that you can lay it yourself – just follow a few principles and have the right tools on hand.
New findings from concrete and surface treatment research show that systematic maintenance of paving after winter significantly affects not only the appearance but also the durability and safety of the surface. Research by experts from the Brno University of Technology (Institute of Building Materials Technology) confirms that microscopic surface disruption due to salt and moisture can reduce the surface's functional lifespan by 5–12% annually if the paving is not regularly cleaned and protected.
1. Planning is essential
Before you pick up a shovel, take time to design the paved area.
The purpose and load are decisive:
Category I – pedestrian areas (terraces, footpaths, pool surroundings)
Category II – driveways and parking for cars up to 3.5 t
Category III – areas with higher loads (vans, machines)
👉 Each category has a different substructure composition and layer thicknesses.
It is also important to consider the slope – 2–3% away from the building is recommended to prevent water accumulation.
💡 Tip: With the correct dimension (module) of paving, you minimize cuts, save time, and the result will be stronger and more aesthetically pleasing.
2. Earthworks and subgrade preparation
Start by removing topsoil and unstable soil. The excavation depth depends on the load:
footpath: 200–250 mm
driveway: 350–400 mm
areas for higher loads: 500 mm or more
Then compact the site well with a vibrating plate or roller. Compaction must be at least 97% (Proctor Standard) – this ensures that the surface will not settle over time, and frost will not disrupt it.
💡 Tip: You can easily rent a vibrating plate at a building supply store.
3. Substructure composition
The subgrade consists of a bearing layer and a bedding layer.
Bearing layer:
crushed aggregate fraction 0–63 mm (normal load)
combination of coarse and finer fractions (higher load-bearing capacity)
Thicknesses:
Cat. I: 100–150 mm
Cat. II: 200 mm + 150 mm of crushed stone
Cat. III: even over 400 mm depending on the load
Bedding layer:
fine gravel fraction 4–8 mm
thickness after compaction: 30–50 mm
❌ Mixing with cement is not recommended – paving must remain permeable and 'work' during temperature changes.
4. Setting curbs
Curbs are important for the stability of the entire area.
set into semi-dry concrete C12/15 on a compacted base
the bed must be at least 100 mm thick
in hot conditions, protect fresh concrete from drying quickly to prevent cracking
5. Laying the paving
Lay on a dry and clean substrate.
joints: 3–5 mm
start in the lowest corner, progress against the slope
take paving from multiple pallets to mix colour shades evenly
consider slight elevation (5–8 mm), which will even out during compaction
6. Jointing and compaction
cover the surface with silica sand (0–2 mm)
sweep sand into the joints
compact the area with a vibrating plate with a rubber pad – first longitudinally, then transversely
replenish sand in the joints
7. Final treatment and maintenance
to increase durability, surface impregnation is recommended
at least once per year, replenish sand in the joints and remove dirt deposits
impregnation reduces absorbency and makes cleaning easier
📌 Summary
Proper laying of concrete paving FEROBET is not complicated – but it requires precise procedures and quality materials.
If you follow these principles:
prepare the subgrade well
compact the layers carefully
ensure correct jointing
