How thick should pavers be for a hot tub?

Pavers between 1.5 and 3 inches thick are ideal for a hot tub base and will provide the perfect level of support for the fully loaded weight of the hot tub. But you can't just set the pavers on grass or bare ground.
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Can I use pavers for hot tub?

Sitting a Hot Tub on Pavers

If using pavers, select ones that are smooth and can be interlocked at a level height to create a solid, flat layer on top of a concrete base. If you do not want to install a concrete slab underneath the pavers, sand or gravel will be needed to properly support the weight of the hot tub.
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How thick should a concrete patio be for a hot tub?

The minimum thickness safety requirement for a basic hot tub pad is 4″ thick reinforced concrete with a diameter of 6″ less than the diameter of the bottom of the tub. Therefore, a 5′ round straight sided wood hot tub would require a 4′ 6″ square pad. The type of ground underneath the pad should be stable as well.
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Can you put a hot tub on 4 inch concrete?

For most DIY concrete slabs, the best material to use is a ready-mix crack-resistant concrete mix like QUIKRETE. A concrete base for a spa should be around 4 inches thick. This means that for an 8'x8' spa pad, you'll need enough concrete to fill 21.33 cubic feet (that's 36 80-lb bags of QUIKRETE).
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How thick should a paver be?

The typical pavers base should be around 4-6 inches thick. It should consist of a layer of crushed concrete mixed with a soil base. The paver base is arguably as important as the pavers themselves.
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Can a Hot Tub be Placed on Pavers?



Does thickness of pavers matter?

The thickness of your pavers does matter. Pavers have significant distinguishing factors and are made to be used for different spaces and types of traffic.
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How thick should I make my concrete pavers?

Generally, the ideal paver thickness is 2 and 3/8 inches, while the base is four to six inches. Using the right thickness of pavers and base and installing them properly is critical in creating driveway pavers that last and stand the test of time.
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Does a hot tub have to be perfectly level?

A hot tub has to be perfectly level. It can be on almost any flat, level, surface. It should not be placed on grass or the earth. Always ensure the surface you are placing the hot tub on can hold the weight of a hot tub filled with water and people.
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What is best to put under a hot tub?

If you're having a base installed especially for your Hot Tub we would recommend a patio, decking area or poured concrete base. Whatever you choose make sure whoever installs it for you ensures the base is level and large enough for your Hot Tub and steps.
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Is rebar needed for hot tub pad?

On top of the foam board or ground if you don't put down foam board, put down a wire mesh layer. Install stand offs, the orange thingies, (center picture-right), then ½” steel rebar, crisscrossed and spaced 12” apart. You will also need to connect a bond wire to the rebar grid that will connect to electrical grounding.
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Will a hot tub crack my patio?

You need a flat, uniform, level surface. This surface must be able to hold your hot tub at its greatest weight- when it is filled with water and people. A dip in the surface your hot tub is on can cause the hot tub to crack. In a way, cinder blocks are similar to pavers.
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How thick should my concrete slab be for a swim spa?

A swim spa by Master Spas needs a solid, level surface that can handle the weight of the swim spa. Master Spas recommends that the foundation is a reinforced concrete pad that is at least 4 inches thick.
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How much weight can my pavers hold?

The resulting pavers are capable of withstanding at least 8,000 pounds per square inch of pressure, compared to about 3,000 pounds per square inch of pressure with standard poured concrete.
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What do hot tubs sit on?

A hot tub requires a stable surface — whether it's a concrete slab, reinforced deck, or firmly compacted soil with crushed gravel. There's also the option to have the hot tub installed in the ground but that still requires a concrete vault.
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How far should a hot tub be from the house?

Proximity to the house. To reduce the risk of electrocution, place your tub at least 16 feet away from overhead power lines. To protect your home and outbuildings from potential flooding, keep it at least 5 feet from any structure.
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What's the best surface to put a hot tub on?

A concrete surface is an excellent base for your hot tub as this material is extremely sturdy and long-lasting. If you have an existing patio made of concrete bricks, make sure it's in good condition and is level (not angled for drainage). A customized poured concrete pad is an even better choice.
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How do you prepare the ground for a hot tub?

A hot tub should not be placed on soil. Instead, it will need a concrete base, a crushed stone or pea gravel base, pavers or a deck with adequate structural support. Again, your dealer can put you in contact with professionals who can do all the necessary site preparation.
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Can I put a hot tub on dirt?

Can I put a hot tub on dirt or in the grass? A hot tub should not be placed on soil or on a lawn. Instead, it will need a solid platform to support all of the weight. Exposure to wet soil and grass will reduce the life of your hot tub and expose it to insects and moisture.
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Can I put my hot tub on grass?

We recommend not installing directly onto grass or soil but instead, install onto a compact hard base as it creates a sturdy, even base. Soil or grass can and will most likely will absorb water leading to sinking and creating an uneven sub-base for your spa base.
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What size pavers should I use?

Our Expert Agrees: When you're choosing pavers, take the size of your yard into account. If you have a smaller yard and a smaller footprint of pavers, you might stick to 6x9" or smaller pavers. In a bigger yard, you can use bigger pavers, because you can space them out a little more.
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Should I pour concrete under pavers?

You Can Usually Put Pavers Over Concrete

While mortar is preferable when installing pavers, it's possible to put in the pavers without mortar (although it puts you at risk of drainage issues and cracking).
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How thick should crushed stone be under pavers?

Crushed Stone

Stone aggregate comes in a variety of sizes, but most experts recommend 3/4-inch gravel for paver bases. Crushed stone makes a solid paver base because it allows water drainage and is easy to work with. Like sand, crushed stone comes in several varieties.
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Do and don'ts of paver installation?

  1. 1 – DO map out your project area. ...
  2. 2 – DON'T try to 'guesstimate' ...
  3. 3- DO work with a reputable supplier. ...
  4. 4- DON'T cut corners. ...
  5. 5 – DO compact base layers at 3” intervals. ...
  6. 6 – DON'T compact bedding sand. ...
  7. 7 – DO use precision when laying and spacing your pavers. ...
  8. 8 – DON'T hammer pavers together.
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