All patios need regular maintenance to keep them looking their best. You can remove most patio stains with hot soapy water and a stiff brush. Occasionally you may get more stubborn stains from organic material or chemicals which need some extra attention. If this...
Now more than ever, if you’re lucky enough to have an outside space, it could be the most convenient and relaxing place to see friends and family. Home entertaining will not only save on the cost of going out, you’ll be guaranteed personal space and good...
It’s no surprise that lockdown fuelled our interest in ‘growing your own’. It’s a simple way to become more self-sufficient, and has quickly become a popular DIY project. In this blog, our friends at the Blackwater Valley Countryside Trust explain why raised...
Composite decking has grown in popularity over recent years because it offers some advantages over other hard surfaces. Like any kind of decking, a composite deck will need less ground preparation than laying a patio. This means it can be a good option for you if your...
As lockdown has reminded us, green spaces are crucial to our wellbeing, and more house buyers than ever are now searching for homes with gardens. If you want to add value to your outside space, or simply spend more time in it, why not make sure your garden is in good...
With no end to lockdown in sight, it’s no wonder there has been a surge of interest in starting a garden, whether in part of your plot or an empty shoebox. Our friends at the Blackwater Valley Countryside Trust set out three easy steps to get you growing, even...
A very common experience for us is being asked to landscape a building project or extension that is finished or nearly finished. With so much to think about, it’s easy to leave garden planning until later in your project. But this can cause problems. Our clients...
Are you planning improvements to your home or garden? If you’re looking for characterful flooring or have bi-fold, patio or French doors, why not create a seamless transition from your kitchen or conservatory through to your patio or terrace? Using the same natural...
Cliff and Ian recently visited some of our granite, limestone and slate suppliers in Southern India to take a close look at their latest production methods and improvements in working conditions. In this blog, we’ll be asking Cliff about what he learned from the...
When it comes to laying a patio, there are many jointing compounds or grouts you can use to fill the gaps between your paving units: from simple sand and cement mortar, to two-part epoxy resins like GftK VDW. Each product has some important differences which means...
