The Smart Paving blog - Page 2
Driveway & paving notes, from a Bristol crew.
Buyer's advice, planning permission explainers and case studies from jobs we've done across Bristol and South Gloucestershire.
From the journal
Why driveway edge restraints matter as much as the paving pattern
The outside edge of a block driveway holds the paved field in place.
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Should your garden path match the patio exactly?
A garden path can relate to the patio without copying every material and pattern.
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Imprinted concrete with a cobble effect versus individual paving blocks
A cobble-effect concrete driveway and a driveway made from individual blocks can look related from a distance.
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Does resin bound surfacing need a sealer or topcoat?
A resin bound driveway should not receive an extra coating simply because an unrelated paving product is described as suitable for driveways.
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Pressure washing block paving without stripping the joints
A pressure washer can remove visible dirt quickly, but using the most aggressive setting can damage the block face and displace jointing material.
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Why wet ground can change a driveway installation programme
A driveway programme can change when excavation reveals saturated or unsuitable ground.
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Paving a narrow side passage: bins, drainage and access first
A side passage is often the hardest-working paved route around a house.
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Can imprinted concrete suit a small Bristol front garden?
A small front garden needs to accommodate everyday access without becoming an over-detailed paved panel.
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