Block paving is one of the most popular options for driveways. If you’re a DIYer there’re many calculations you’ve to work on throughout the job. Two such calculations are to find out here how much sharp and kiln-dried sand is going to require to complete the job. Don’t get confused between sharp sand and kiln-dried…
Mortar additives like plasticiser is a necessity for some people rather than just a simple sand and cement mix. But it really is a debatable topic and the answer the this question depends on each to their own. Some people think plasticiser makes it much easier to work with the mortar, while some of them…
4:1 is the most preferred sand to cement ratio for making the patio pointing mortar. 3:1 or 5:1 is also fine and there isn’t a noticeable difference but 4:1 is more balanced in terms of strength. Add one part cement to four parts soft or building sand and mix it before adding water till the…
Some are strictly against using porcelain for driveways and some say if you install it correctly it can be used on a driveway so, it’s a controversial topic whether to use porcelain for driveways or not as people have their own opinions on it based on their past experiences with it and how the job…
For just the sake of possibility, yes laying resin on top of block pavers can be done and can be done more quickly as there’s no need to prepare a proper base. So, lay resin on your existing block pavers only if you want a temporary driveway and not if you want to have it…
Porcelain is a great option for patios. Although it can be expensive upfront but requires very low maintenance compared to natural stone patios. I see it all the time that people are very much interested in sealing their patios as soon as possible because this makes it easier to keep them clean. So, the question…
We know patios create beautiful outdoor sitting spaces that we’ll really enjoy. It’s even more enjoyable as there are different patio materials and sizes to choose from according to our needs. We can choose whatever material we like for our future patio, but can we choose the patio to be of any size as per…
Pointing a Patio in the Rain Can you point a patio in the rain? Depends on two things, how heavy the rain is and what you’re using for pointing. If you’re pointing with sand and cement mortar then it’s not the best time to point but you can point a patio if you’re using a…
Article is trusted from UK landscaping community After preparing the sub-base, the next thing in the process of laying a patio is to prepare mortar for the bedding to lay the slabs on. For someone who lays a patio every week, it’s a no-brainer for them but if you’re a DIYer attempting your first patio…