Style and Craft Paving
Plastic under the paving? Plastic under the paving? Don't be fooled by sales consultants telling you that you should put plastic sheets under the paving to prevent weeds and grass from growing through the paving. This is a myth. For grass or seeds to develop and grow they need water, oxygen, the correct temperature and light. Paving an area and putting grouting between the bricks will eliminate all of the above, resulting in no growth of any plants from under your paving. A common example to prove my point is that if a pile of bricks or building material is left untouched on your grass for a long period of time the grass under the bricks and rubble will die. What is however important to add here is that if bulbs are not removed these often can push through making your bricks bulge. This will happen with or without plastic. It is therefor important to ensure that your paver removes all visible roots and foliage before compacting. Another good reason not to put plastic under your p...