Several years ago we created our first test plot for utilizing UltraBaseSystemsTM panels as the

base support system for interlocking concrete pavers. We showed this concept to a top

executive of one of the world's largest paver companies, his response was that nearly 70% of

all paver failures are base related. We knew we were on the right track. Where others may

have seen a problem we knew we had a solution

The following presentation is a commercially available interlocking concrete paver system that was

installed over UltraBaseSystems panels. With no excavation or additional fill added to the jobsite this

installation was completed in just two days by UltraBaseSystems’ President Dave Barlow

The existing mulch and organics in the

area was stripped away and the entire

site compacted and leveled.

An 8 oz permeable woven geotextile

fabric was installed on the prepared

ground ready for panels.

Utilizing a homemade compass the 14 foot

diameter circle was drawn onto the assembled

panels in the driveway and cut to shape using a

jigsaw. It was much easier to precut the panels in

the driveway rather than the heavily landscaped

backyard. The panels were disassembled and

moved to the backyard and reassembled over the

geotextile fabric. You'll note that there are a few

missing panels; that is a result of my inability to

count properly so there was a quick trip back to the

shop for a few extra panels.

A thin layer of permeable woven geo-fabric was installed on top of the panels. We used a poly propylene material

that would prevent moisture from absorbing into the geo fabric which could result in mold in the sand joints. This

thin layer of permeable material is there to prevent the sand filler used between the pavers from washing away. If the

pavers had been uneven such as the inconsistencies found in flagstone, then a 1 inch layer of bedding sand

would've been secreted on top of the geo-fabric and then the pavers installed. This is the same technique used on a

compacted rock base but instead the bedding sand is installed on the geo covered panels.

This pre-engineered paver kit made easy

work of laying out the concentric rings of

the patio. As long as you are able to

count and read a tape measure this

installation is quite easy. Row after row

the ring finally reaches the 14 foot

diameter measurement.

The excess geo-fabric is cut away and the

commercially available paver edging is

secured in place. This edging prevents the

pavers from moving outwards. Prior to the

edging being installed additional sand was

packed under the cut panels to firm up the

outer edge.

The existing synthetic turf was trimmed and

wrapped into the gap that was left between the

new UltraBaseSystems panels and pavers and

the existing panels on which the turf is installed.

Panels are everywhere in this yard.

Course sand is swept into the joints and

watered to lock the pavers in place.

Two coats of sealer are sprayed onto the pavers giving a nice low luster finish while helping stabilize the sand joints.

The end result is a beautiful new patio capable of supporting the load of an automobile and was easily achieved by using this

great base technology.

We have added a few additional photographs of this yard to show the versatility of UltraBaseSystems. From the putting green

area to the pet run, the paver fire pit to the landscaping turf, panel base technology transformed this yard into a showplace

without the need of heavy equipment or trucks of fill material. The turf is easily attached to the panels using staples which

prevent even the smallest sections of turf from moving in the wind or rain.

UltraBaseSystems panels performed

perfectly in my own yard and I'm

confident they will pass your test also.

Dave Barlow, President

Innovative Base Technologies LLC,

5030 Seminole Blvd., St. Petersburg, FL 33708

+1-727-391-9009 :: US 1-866-921-7888

www.ultrabasesystems.com