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Introduction There are two acceptable methods of laying flags - individual bedded and screed bedded. There is a third method, spot-bedding, but this is not considered suitable for a professional paving project. The choice of laying methods depends on the personal preference of the contractor/specifier, the type of beddingthat is chosen, and the types of flags being used.
When stone flags are laid to town centre footpaths and other areas that are open to the general public, the rigid laying methodis used increasingly. While this method is not radically different to that outlined below, it is important enought to warrant its own page where the methodology is illustrated in more detail.
Individual beddingThis method relies on each flag having a bed prepared for it individually. A bed is prepared, the flag is laid and then the next bed prepared and so on. See How. |
