Loose patio steps


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Old 11-16-19, 09:57 AM
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Loose patio steps

We always seem to have at least 3 pavers loose on our patio steps. How can I reattach them and get them to stay secure?
 
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Old 11-16-19, 10:03 AM
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Got a picture so we can see what your seeing?
What's under the paver, concrete?
 
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Old 11-16-19, 10:14 AM
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Here is the Picture of patio steps
 
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Old 11-16-19, 03:33 PM
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Unfortunately without filling in between the blocks there is very little to hold them in place.
 
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Old 11-16-19, 03:40 PM
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What was used originally, patio block adhesive?
 
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Old 11-16-19, 04:05 PM
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Yes I believe patio adhesive. I’ve tried liquid nails a couple of times and last year I tried cementing them in. They just keep coming loose. I was going to try the cement again.
 
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Old 11-16-19, 04:59 PM
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Get both surfaces of the stones clean with a steel brush and make sure they are dry. Then try using a grey polyurethane concrete sealant to set your stones. Be sure you use enough of it. Several silver dollar sized dollops one on each corner.
 
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I’ve tried liquid nails a couple of times
I think liquid nails breaks down when wet, you need block adhesive, it's at the big box stores!
 
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Old 11-17-19, 10:55 AM
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Great thanks. I’ll give it a try
 
 

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