What is the best base for a brick walkway?

Answer by  DStone (817)

Sandbow or beach sand is great to use because it have some give to make sure the bricks won't crack under pressure and allow for movement if you live in a seismically active area. It will also fill in nicely around and between the bricks for an even, finnished look.

Answer by  jkroller (285)

typically you dig down into the ground. you will need to add gravel to the height where the bottom of the brick will be laid then you fill the top with sand and lay the brick.

Answer by  champaign9497 (11977)

Contact someone who does it and ask them the professionals always know better than private people do and do it the way they say do not cut corners.

Answer by  Champ (552)

I like to use either mahogany wood or just bricks in general, it really gives it the needed stability and a classy sort of look.

Answer by  laura27 (1216)

Sand beach or sandbow is great to use. Due to the fact that some make sure it won't crack under pressure. It allow movement if you live in seismically active area. It fills in a nicely around and between bricks for even finished look. If you need help contact a professional person who already does it, do exactly they way.