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A level and sturdy wall all depends on the positioning of the first course. A first course that tilts will tilt the block stacked on top of it, and one with gaps will throw off the rest of the joints. If there’s any slope to your area, begin to set the stones from the high end of your trench and build up the low areas to avoid having to remove any stone dust.
Set the first stone centered between the sides of the trench. Using a 4-foot level, check the stone running from side to side, front to back, and corner to corner. Using a rubber mallet, tap the stone to set it. Place the next stone. Set it with the mallet, and check that it’s flush with the adjacent stone and level in all directions. Continue setting the first course in this manner until you reach the end of the wall.
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Set the first stone centered between the sides of the trench. Using a 4-foot level, check the stone running from side to side, front to back, and corner to corner. Using a rubber mallet, tap the stone to set it. Place the next stone. Set it with the mallet, and check that it’s flush with the adjacent stone and level in all directions. Continue setting the first course in this manner until you reach the end of the wall.
More: All About Concrete Pavers
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