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Why polymeric sand stops ants in patio joints better than sand

August 6, 2026 by Dorothy Baker
We all keep pouring more sand into our patio joints, yet this one product used by pavers stops the ants from hollowing out...

Your patio joints are an ant buffet. Loose sand keeps disappearing, and no amount of topping it up will stop the problem. Professional pavers have quietly switched to polymeric sand—a jointing material that hardens and removes the excavation material ants need entirely.

Categories DIY Tags ant control, garden solutions, patio maintenance, paving, polymeric-sand

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How to Stop Weeds Growing Between Your Paving Stones

May 5, 2026 by Dorothy Baker
The One Paving Step That Stops Weeds Forever: What My Neighbour's Mason Taught Me

For years, pulling weeds from between paving stones felt endless and futile—until a mason revealed the critical step I’d overlooked. Proper jointing with polymeric sand isn’t just about appearance; it’s the difference between a weed-free patio and an endless summer ritual. Here’s exactly how to do it.

Categories DIY Tags DIY gardening, patio maintenance, paving, polymeric-sand, weeds

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