Patio edge

[WWilts]

New build in progress.

Raised patio (450mm high) being designed. Aim is nice looking but affordable. Already existing: a concrete sub-base. Irregular surface.

Idea so far: Porcelain atop pedestals. Probably hardcore tamped down. Then pedestals on hardcore.

Question: What would be a low-cost way to close off the edges? Some kind of vertical slab? A single skin wall? Could have rubble / slope down from patio to ground (450mm drop) 

Thinking out aloud



 

[JohnMo]

I would look at building regs in your area, you may need a balastrade or steps.

[WWilts]

Drops of 600mm or more need guard rail to prevent falls.
Drop here is under 450mm

Still looking for solutions to the edging. Maybe even pavers laid vertically?

[PeterW]

33 minutes ago, WWilts said:

Raised patio (450mm high) being designed

Is that on your plans as it needs planning over 300mm

 

34 minutes ago, WWilts said:

Already existing: a concrete sub-base. Irregular surface.

Idea so far: Porcelain atop pedestals. Probably hardcore tamped down. Then pedestals on hardcore.

How much do you need to make up ..? Porcelain on pedestals really needs a solid surface 

[Conor]

I would not use pedastals on stone. They are point loads and will sink and move.

Cheapest way to make up levels is compacted hardcore then lay your pavers on a 30-50mm bed of mortar. Firstly, build a brick wall all around the paved area up to the FGL and use nice facing bricks. Then your hardcore is held within and you pave up to the same height as th edging bricks. Don't forget your fall.

 

[Roundtuit]

Depends on the look you're after.  I used oak sleepers.