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Can dry mix concrete be used for a patio sub base?

If you’re laying a new patio, a solid foundation is a must. Although a type 1 sub base (40mm graded to dust aggregate) is more commonly used, you may want to use a dry mix concrete as an alternative...

How much stones/shingle to buy to fill sleepers?

Using sleepers to add different levels to your garden is a popular DIY project. But you’ll need to fill your sleepers with some kind of infill material – often stones or shingles, as they’re goo...

Should the client be expected to pay a landscaper for plant costs (cement mixer and whacker plate) if invoiced but not in initial quote?

Sean Saunders, Sean Saunders Painting & Decorating “I think any decent landscaper would have a mixer and whacker anyway. It should be made clear in the quote that plant cost will be extra. P...

How wide should a garden border be?

Borders are a great way to add interest to your garden. But how wide should a garden border be? Well, there’s no hard and fast rule. Instead, it’s all about making sure that your garden border wil...

How big can a summer house be without planning permission?

Outbuildings like summer houses are covered by permitted development rights. So, you can generally build them without planning permission – as long as your conservatory is going to be for domestic u...

What can I replace my water butt with?

We have a water butt which catches water beside our house which overflows. I would like either to remove it and make sure the water is drained away without affecting the wall of our house, or put some...

Who can fix crumbled cement in garden slabs?

The cement between garden slabs has crumbled making them uneven. Who should I contact?

What is the maximum weight a water feature can be on a metal grid?

I'm having a water feature in my garden. What's the maximum weight the water feature can be on a metal grid?