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My first EGG - paver patio solid enough?

ERC393
ERC393 Posts: 7
in EGG Table Forum
I'm about to invest in my first EGG (Large). For its new home, I plan a small dedicated paver patio just off my wood deck. (A table is planned for some time in the future.) Given the weight of the EGG, I fear that even a paver patio built on a carefully-prepared sand/etc. base (i.e., NOT concrete pad) might not withstand the weight of the EGG over time. I'm thinking the legs might settle the stones unevenly and result in an unstable EGG. Am I worrying to much? Any tips? Thanks. 
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  • theyolksonyou
    theyolksonyou Posts: 18,459
    Large egg is 175# distributed over 4 legs. Less than 50# per leg. You worry too much. 

    Enjoy your egg and welcome to the forum. 
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  • YukonRon
    YukonRon Posts: 17,075
    I expanded my patio, using pavers for my XL. No problems.
    "Knowledge is Good" - Emil Faber

    XL and MM
    Louisville, Kentucky
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  • jtcBoynton
    jtcBoynton Posts: 2,814
    I use my large on pavers. The stones support the egg and its table just fine.  The only issue is the cracks between pavers can sometimes catch the wheels of the table casters. If you set the pavers carefully and closely, you should not have a problem (mine were set over 35 years ago and some settling has occurred, but not due to the egg). I would recommend larger diameter wheels on your table. 
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  • pgprescott
    pgprescott Posts: 14,544
    If you are going with a nest and plan to roll it at all, buy a nest handler. Very good insurance and worth the dough. 
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