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Cement or sand?

4 years ago

Were these stones set in wet cement or in sand? Which method holds up best in Calgary winters?

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PRO
Assiniboine Lawns and Landscapes
4 years ago
Hi Jan, thank you for your comment! Sand is the better option as cement cracks easier, especially with our harsh winters.
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Jan Bauer
Original Author
4 years ago
I assume that the sand doesn't wash away with heavy rains; is my thinking correct? Are there issues with weeds btwn the stones?
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Assiniboine Lawns and Landscapes
4 years ago
Hi Jan,

Weeds can sometimes come through landscaping fabric, but a product like roundup or something of the like usually gets rid of them. Sand does need to be filled occasionally as well.
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