Finish with Gravel Infill
From Landscape Steps · Step 8 of 8 · Video by Sustainable Dan
Showing 0:30–0:47 of the source video.
What happens in this clip
After the base fill, pour the final layer of gravel into each step, starting from the top and working your way down. Ensure the gravel is evenly distributed and fills the step frames to the desired height. Use a rake or your hands (wearing gloves) to spread and smooth the gravel, creating a comfortable and uniform walking surface.
Goal: Complete the steps with a finished gravel surface
What's used
Tools
- Buckets
- Wheelbarrow
- Heavy-duty Gloves
- Rake
Materials
- Gravel (top layer) Vigoro
- Pea gravel
About the full video
This project details the construction of outdoor wooden steps with gravel infill on a sloped terrain. It involves excavating the ground, building successive wooden frames to form step risers, and then filling these frames with gravel to create a stable and visually appealing pathway up a hill.
Step 8 of 8: Final Grading and Drainage
Once all steps are constructed, check the grading around the entire structure. Ensure the ground slopes away from the steps to prevent water from pooling. Make any necessary adjustments to the soil or gravel surrounding the steps for a clean finish and good drainage.
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Landscape Steps
This project involves constructing timber and gravel steps on a slope to improve accessibility and aesthetics. The process includes planning the layout, excavating the area, building retaining walls for each step using timber, and filling the steps with compacted gravel for a durable and functional surface.
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