Definitions, Terms, Lingo

• Cubic Yard
• Paver

  Pavers refer to the building material that is used to construct patios.

Sponsors

Design and Planning

• 2008/2009 DIY Backyard Patio Project (Part 1- Planning and Design)

  My patio project. Checkout some of my designs and layouts.
• 2008/2009 DIY Backyard Patio Project (Part 2 - Tools and Costs)

  This is a list of tools and costs for building my patio.
• Jake and Karen's house patio

  Contains lots of pictures of each step building their nice patio.
• Installing patio stones - how to compensate for slope?
• Patio is Done (pics)!!
• Rona - Paving Slabs, Pavers and Retaining Walls
• Compensating for slope

  See bottom of article
• High Performance Bedding (HPB)

  Some info about using High Performance Bedding (HPB) material instead of using a Granular base and sand screening.
• High Performance Bedding for Patio
• PavingExpert.com
• How to Install a Lamppost

  Detail steps with images on how to install a Lamp Post

Patterns

• Dutch Pattern Sandstone Patio Design
• Beautiful Gardens Landscaping

Suppliers

• Hanson Hardscape products
• Atlas Hardscapes
• Unilock

  Designer Interlocking Paving Stones and Retaining Walls.
• ALLAN BLOCK Retaining Walls

  beautiful landscape and retaining wall blocks

HowTos

• laying garden patio - step by step
• Paver Patios Getting Started
• Paver Installation
• How to Install Brick Pavers
• How do I cut cement patio blocks that I am using to fill in spaces in my patio?
• Home Improvement Guide: Build A Natural Stone Patio

Tools

• Shovel
• Wheelbarrow
• Gloves
• String
• Rake
• Hammer
• Level
• Rubber mallet
• Tape Measure
• Compactor
• masonry saw
• Line level

Software

• Google SketchUp

  Google SketchUp is a free software tool which allows you to create 3D models. This tool is great to model your backyard patio to get an visual idea of what it will look like once you've completed the project. What is also neat is that you can download free objects from Google Warehouse for example a bbq, tree, or an air condition unit.
• Realtime Landscaping Pro
• TurboFloorPlan Landscape & Deck