How do I cover a concrete patio with pea gravel in a style similar to the pathways in Parisian parks?

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I have visited parks in Paris that have compacted sand beneath gravel. Can this be done directly on top of an existing concrete patio? Will the existing drainage be adequate?

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    • This entry was posted on Friday, January 20th, 2012 at 9:59 am and is filed under patios. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. Both comments and pings are currently closed.

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    1. mcclintockdj Says:
      January 20th, 2012 at 8:50 pm

      My best educated guess.