Tuesday, July 15, 2025

The Patio Project That Almost Broke My Marriage (And How We Saved It)



My DIY paver patio started as a romantic “let’s build something together” idea. By day two, we were arguing over leveling sand and YouTube tutorials. Then I found Baur Lawns’ hardscaping gallery and realized: some things require pros.

Lessons Learned:

  • Base matters: Their page showed how proper gravel layers prevent sinking.

  • Drainage is key: Our slope needed adjustment to avoid pooling.

  • Permits?! Marlboro requires them for retaining walls over 2 feet (who knew?).

The Save:
We called Baur to fix our mess. Their crew salvaged our materials and added subtle lighting—now it’s our favorite spot for summer margaritas.

Tagged: #Hardscaping #PatioGoals #NJLiving

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