In garden design, the selection of suitable pavement materials plays a crucial role in creating the overall landscape. As a common paving stone material, blue SLATE not only has beautiful and durable characteristics, but also can add a unique charm to the garden. This article explains how slabs...
Laying a paving slab path Replacing a broken slab Repointing patio slabs Laying stepping stones Kitchens Planning a kitchen Fitting kitchen base units Fitting kitchen wall units Hanging kitchen units on stud walls Fitting kitchen unit doors and handles ...
You will need access to all sides of the shed during construction and to apply an external paint, stain or varnish if your shed is made of wood. So ensure your base isn't built too close to walls or fencing (these might also need easy access for maintenance). ...
Property lines aren't always as well defined in rural situations, and the only indication of a property boundary may be surveyor stakes. They are often capped with orange paint to make them easier to find, but if they're old, they may be partially buried, and you may need a metal detec...
In the Julian Beever sidewalk art pictures above, I’ve highlighted the lines where the paving slabs join, so you are able to see more clearly that the top part of the bottle is much bigger than it should be in relation to the bottom to create the illusion of it being closer.See how...
Alternately, you can use a hose to outline the space and spray paint to mark it. Write down the length and width measurements and take these to your local garden center to determine how much pea gravel you'll need. There is no charge for this service at most garden centers, but read ...
I probably wouldn't bother painting the slabs, but it does look nice when people do it. I'm just lazy. Paint the fence around it a nice light colour - we painted our whole garden fence white and it brightened the interior of the house as well. You don't have to do the entire ...
A slab is a structural element used for flooring (similar to tiles but larger in size and usually made of concrete instead of ceramic). You can lay slabs for paving hard surfaces on sidewalks, entrances, patios and more. While the types of slabs available vary greatly, the principles and ...