Use abuilders squareandstringto mark out the size and shape of your patio. If you like, you can do a ‘dry lay’ of your patio slabs first. This involves laying the slabs and your wooden spacers somewhere in your garden so you know what size and shape will work. This is also useful...
Concrete seals the ground, preventing water from entering the soil, so avoid using it to make a patio or walkway. Slate pavers are a great option because they last longer. When installing your pavers, be sure to leave space in between each of them. This makes it easy for water to enter...
It might not be top of your priority list but drainage for a patio is very important. Learn how to install it with this guide from Simply Paving.
will take more material than others. When all the joints are full, sweep any of the excess off the patio, then rinse the surface with a gentle spray of water from a garden hose. Avoid spraying a strong stream right into the joints because this will flush out the packed sand or sto...
Be sure to check for cracks in skirting boards too! Ants are attracted to standing bodies of water, so make sure boiler rooms, bathrooms and kitchens are leak-free. Repair cracks in patio tiles out in the garden, and try to minimise mounds of rocks and stones. Black Garden Ants do not...
Many commercially made garden statues are designed to be placed in a landscape with no installation. This is not the case with custom statuary. A custom statue is installed to give it a strong base so that it will not tip over, or to protect it from thef
If your chosen decking area has an existing hard surface, such as concrete or stone slabs, these can remain in place under the decking. If not, you will have to lay a gravel base to prevent weeds from growing up through the decking. ...
When planning to build a patio, the type of soil on which the structure will be built plays a pivotal role in determining the project’s success. Soil composition affects not only the stability of the patio but also its longevity and overall aesthetic appeal. Different soil types—such as ...
Clean the stone.With the engraving finished, clean the stone by either vacuuming it or washing it with a garden hose and letting it dry. It simply needs to be clean enough to paint, so all that is needed is to remove the small rock chips and dust from the lettering. ...
Composting is the process of helping organic matter from your household to decompose. Starting to compost is a great way to decrease the amount of material you send to the local landfill. It also produces a nutrient-rich plant food for the garden!