{"id":26593,"date":"2026-09-16T14:43:06","date_gmt":"2026-09-16T13:43:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/professional\/?p=26593"},"modified":"2026-09-16T16:58:34","modified_gmt":"2026-09-16T15:58:34","slug":"how-to-install-fixed-height-pedestal-paving","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/professional\/blog\/how-to-install-fixed-height-pedestal-paving\/","title":{"rendered":"How to install fixed height pedestal paving"},"content":{"rendered":"

The use of fixed height pedestals makes it easy to install concrete paving slabs<\/a> in applications such as balconies, roof gardens and built-to-fall roof terraces. Here are some key steps and installation tips for pedestal paving.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

How to use fixed height roof pedestals<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

A fixed height roof pedestal is manufactured in four quadrants. These are joined together with a small link which can easily be snapped apart to produce segments of a half or a quarter. All the edges of the slabs can then be completely supported. This allows the concrete paving slabs to be installed around corners, edges and at the end of runs, minimising waste.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Fixed height roof pedestals act as a guide when installing paving slabs and can help save time on site. The use of roof pedestals ensures there is very little wastage and gives a neat finish where the paving is installed flush against walls and parapets.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Ensure the first row of slabs is correctly aligned in pedestal paving<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

Using fixed height roof pedestals makes it easy to install the concrete slabs. It is important that the first row of paving slabs is installed to the correct line as this will then act as a guide to the remaining rows. Each paving slab should be lowered onto the support and then adjusted to ensure that straight lines are achieved.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Roof pedestals are stackable to increase height<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

A maximum of two pedestal units can be stacked on top of each other to increase the height.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Installing stretcher bond and staggered joints in pedestal paving<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

For stretcher bond and staggered joints on pedestal paving,\u00a0 one of the joint lugs of the pedestal can be removed as shown in the image below, so that the slab will sit on half of the pedestal, providing proper support.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Inboard cutting with pedestal supported paving<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

Cut slabs should not be less than half of the original size. To achieve this, inboard cutting must be used to avoid smaller pieces at the edges of paved areas. Careful attention to setting out can ensure that full units are installed in the more heavily trafficked areas, such as at doorways.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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What types of pedestals are available when installing pedestal paving?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

There is a vast range of pedestals available to suit all types of application, including roof decks, terraces and balconies. There is a pedestal to solve almost all problems that may be encountered on a project. These include:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n