Using Bark and Other Loose Driveway Materials, Choosing a Cobblestone
Unfortunately, there is very little perfectly level land and with the number of properties being built in the UK every year (around 30,000), developers are having to build where they can. However, this often means that houses are built on hills and that means having a sloped driveway. Personally, I …
Laying pavers can create a stunning outdoor area like a driveway, path or patio. But if you want the structure to be strong then it’s essential that you put sand in the joints. This makes everything much more stable and secure. But there are a lot of different types of …
A rock is a rock is a rock…right? Wrong. While there might not be that much of a superficial difference between your “everyday rocks” laying all over your property, there’s a world of difference between how different kinds of rocks are used – especially when it comes to drain rocks. …
Retaining walls can be used in a couple of different ways. The most popular way (obviously) is to better retain dirt, earth, and soil that would have otherwise become unstable and either eroded away or crumpled without any warning or notice. Some people like the aesthetic of a retaining wall, …
The age-old practice of using rock to drain and dry out your foundation is as effective today as it was a thousand years ago. Learn more in this detailed guide. For a home to stand the test of time it needs a rock solid, stable, and secure foundation. Today’s homes …
If you’re sitting at the house, tossing around patio ideas, the thought of doing a pea gravel patio may have crossed your mind or possibly, something similar. Of course, thinking about it and doing it are two different things. Is installing a pea gravel patio worth the hassle? Pea Gravel …
There’s more than one way to produce concrete. Sands and the many variations of aggregates that go into construction materials are really quite extensive. Check out our latest article to see just what goes into what and how it found it’s way below your very feet. Without sand, there is …
Gravel is a great material for surfacing a driveway since it’s quite cheap and easy to maintain. However, the downsides of having a loose gravel driveway are that the gravel can get washed away in heavy rain, and it tends to develop potholes quite easily as you might expect. If …
A gravel driveway offers a very pleasing appearance and can boost the aesthetic value of your property. However, this type of driveway can be fraught with problems and one of the most common is the gravel doesn’t provide a very solid surface. If you have a gravel driveway, you will …
It goes without saying that gravel provides one of the best aesthetics for a driveway. It looks chic and is timeless. However, when parking on gravel, it is fraught with problems. The gravel can move around and smaller pieces can get lodged in your tyre’s tread. But there are solutions …