If you want to use pavers to build a patio, you'll probably hear the advice that laying pavers over dirt is a mistake. It's true — you should level the ground and add sand and gravel over the dirt ...

Adding paving to a garden has become a popular way to make a garden more presentable and appealing to property buyers. A beautiful patio space can be used for socialising, alfresco dining and having ...

Paving stones are increasingly being used by homeowners to spruce up their gardens. Not only are they perfect for creating a beautiful patio space for barbecues on warm summer evenings, they can also ...

Algae, moss and mould thrive in shade and damp conditions, so it’s not surprising patios, driveways and paving are breeding grounds for the stuff. But it’s not just moss and algae that tend to grow on ...

Block paving stands out as one of the most impressive upgrades for your home, providing an attractive driveway that won't crack like tarmac or need constant topping up like gravel driveways. The only ...

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