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How to make a reusable hopscotch path

Colourful numbered paver tiles are placed on grass to create a reusable hopscotch path for outdoor family fun.
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Overview

Bring back a classic playground favourite with a reusable hopscotch path made from painted pavers. Easy to set up and pack away, it’s a simple way to add colour and active fun to a backyard game without anything too permanent.

Steps

1

Choose or reuse pavers

New pavers work well for this project, but old or leftover pavers can also work well. Check that they are in good condition with no major cracks. Clean old pavers thoroughly before painting. Scrub with warm water and a stiff brush to remove dirt and dust, and for mould or green staining, use a suitable exterior cleaner and rinse well. Heavily soiled pavers can be pressure washed if needed to pressure wash pavers . Allow them to dry completely before moving on to painting.
A concrete paver tile is placed on a drop sheet to prepare for a reusable hopscotch path.

2

Paint the base colours

Once the primer is completely dry, apply exterior paint with a paint roller. Choose bold, playful shades for a retro look or alternate colours for a structured design. Paint two coats and allow each coat to dry fully before applying the next.
A person is painting a concrete paver with bright red colour using a paint roller.

3

Paint the numbers

When the base colours are fully dry, lightly pencil the numbers onto each paver. Keep them centred and large enough to be clearly visible when laid out. Then, using a small paint brush, carefully paint each number in a contrasting colour like white or light grey.
A person is using a paint marker to draw a number on a red painted paver, part of a reusable hopscotch path.

4

Outline the numbers

Once the numbers are dry, use black paint and a fine brush to outline each one. This gives them a bold, graphic finish and helps them stand out against the coloured background. Take your time to keep the outline smooth and even.
A person is outlining the hopscotch numbers on a red paver tile to create a colourful DIY hopscotch path.

5

Lay out and store

Arrange the pavers in a classic hopscotch pattern on a flat surface such as grass, paving or concrete. When finished playing, stack the pavers and store them in a shed or garage to keep them in good condition and free up space.
Bright painted paver tiles with numbers are arranged on grass to form a reusable hopscotch path for kids to play outdoors.

6

Finished your hopscotch path?

Take a look at our guide to creating a retro tyre-to-play planter for another playful backyard idea.

 

Health & Safety

Please make sure you use all equipment appropriately and safely when following the advice in these D.I.Y. videos. You need to be familiar with how to use equipment safely and follow the instructions that came with the equipment. If you are unsure, you may feel it is safest to consult an expert, such as the manufacturer or an expert Bunnings Team Member.

Grave health hazards are linked to asbestos, which may be in homes built up to 1990. Health hazards may result from exposure to lead-based paints in older materials and copper chromium arsenic (CCA) treated timber. For information on the dangers of asbestos, lead-based paint and CCA treated timber and tips for dealing with these materials contact your local council's Environmental Health Officer.