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==Tamping and rolling==
==Tamping==
[[File:Tamping.jpg|400px|thumb|right|Tamping of Permeable Interlocking Concrete Pavement units after being placed on-site.]]
 
Tamping is an important construction step when installing permeable pavements. Tamping allows for the permeable surface (concrete or pavers) to set and adhere to the bedding layer beneath. Tamping also allows for flattening or evening out the surface, resulting in visually appealing finish.
Tamping is an important construction step when installing permeable pavements systems. Tamping allows for the permeable surface (concrete or pavers) to set and adhere to the bedding layer beneath. Tamping also allows for flattening or evening out the surface, resulting in visually appealing finish.


'''Construction Steps:'''
'''Construction Steps:'''
*Pervious Concrete
#Remove any pieces that have imperfections on the surface.
*#Roll over the concrete with a steel roller.
#Place the tamper onto the pavement surface.
 
#Pass the tamper across all the pavement area.  
*Permeable Interlocking Concrete Pavers
*#Remove any pieces that have imperfections on the surface.
*#Place the tamper onto the pavers.
*#Pass the tamper across all the pavement area.  


'''Key Inspection Points:'''
'''Key Inspection Points:'''
Force and frequency – equipment  
Force and frequency – equipment  


'''Mistakes to Avoid:'''
'''Mistakes to Avoid:'''
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*Permeable Interlocking Concrete Pavers
*Permeable Interlocking Concrete Pavers
**Not placing a rubber pad beneath the tamper, as it could damage the surface of the pavers.
**Not placing a rubber pad beneath the tamper, as it could damage the surface of the pavers.
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Tamping.jpg | Tamping of Permeable Interlocking Concrete Pavement units after being placed on-site. (Source: William Wright,  [http://www.thisoldhouse.com "www.thisoldhouse.com"]
IMG_3313.JPG | Tamping of permeable concrete at TRCA's head office in Vaughn, Ontario. (Source: TRCA)
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==Joint cutting==
==Joint cutting==

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