How To Block Wind On Your Patio

I love spending time outdoors, especially al fresco dining. But there is nothing more annoying than sitting on the patio enjoying a nice meal but having to deal with gusts of wind that blow things all over the place.  If you’re sick of dealing with similar problems or simply don’t …

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What’s The Difference Between A Soakaway And A French Drain?

Did you know that as many as 90% of incidents of structural damage to basements is a result of improper drainage? This could all be avoided by ensuring correct drainage when building or developing a property but there are several options to choose from.  Two of the most popular types …

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How to Clean Patio Stone

A beautiful stone patio adds so much to an outdoor space. We’re not just talking about aesthetically, either – though stone patios are always gorgeous to look at and dramatically upgrade the look of your outdoor entertainment spaces. No, properly cleaned and regularly maintained patios are also going to extend …

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How Much Slope Should a Paver Patio Have?

There’s just something almost magical about having a brick patio on your property made from correctly installed pavers. Adding a tremendous amount of visual flare to your outdoor space, proper patio pavers also help to increase the amount of usable space you have outdoors. These spaces aren’t going to become …

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How Do I Lay Patio Stone?

Laying your own patio stones doesn’t need to be difficult. We’ll show you how to do it in 6 steps.  Laying patio stone is typically a 6 step process. First, the area needs to be excavated. Next, the area is laid on a compacted base of crushed stone and granular …

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Painting And Refreshing For Patio Slabs

If you’re looking to refurbish your old patio and bring back some of the vibrancy and life that it once had, look no further. Here are some of the best choices that you can make to return your patio to its former glory and beyond.  An old patio hasn’t reached …

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Resin Bound Pathway

Resin-bound pathways can be an impressive addition to your home and property. However, make sure you know the ins and outs of the installation process and read our latest article to find out the pros and cons as well as what to look out for! Resin-bound pathways are not only …

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Types of Concrete for Driveways & Patios

Plain poured concrete has, for decades, been one of the cheapest ways of laying down a hard surface such as a driveway, but there’s no denying that it looks cheap, too. There are a number of products around that can improve the looks, but first of all let’s look at …

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Laying Concrete on Your Drive or Patio

Laying a concrete driveway is a job that householders often take on as a DIY task, and there’s no reason why you shouldn’t achieve a good, long-lasting job, as long as you take care in the preparation and the laying. Unless you have a very long drive, it’s likely that …

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Tarmac Options for Your Driveway or Patio

If you’re looking for a new driveway or patio, there are many options available that will suit your needs. This article is going to explore the different tarmac style materials and their benefits and disadvantages in order to help you make your decision. In its simplest form tarmac, also called …

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