Safety & Tips

If using a wet saw, make sure the cut stones are rinsed off. Don’t drip slurry from cuts onto the installed stones; it is very difficult to remove.
Crayons or felt tip markers work well to mark stones for cutting.
When screeding the sand, square screed rails will produce a flatter surface than round
ones
Snap chalk lines on sand for straight laying.
Using a demo saw is faster than a wet saw.
Apply sand on top of pavers and allow to dry 2-3 hours before sweeping into joints.

Steel toe boots or other heavy shoes – protection against anything falling on your foot
Dust mask - protection against the particles that are released when you saw cut paving
stones
Ear plugs - protection when using a saw, or compactor
Safety glasses - protection when using a saw, or compactor
Rubber gloves – leather gloves will wear out much faster from the abrasive texture of the stones
Long pants – protection from any heat from the equipment or flying debris