The Smart Paving blog - Page 3
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
Where do weeds in block paving come from?
A weed appearing between driveway blocks does not automatically mean plants have grown through from the original ground.
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Preparing a driveway for winter without using the wrong treatment
Winter care starts with clear routes, suitable drainage and knowledge of the installed material.
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Cleaning sandstone patios: why the stone type matters
Sandstone needs cleaning advice appropriate to the actual stone and any treatment already applied.
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Imprinted concrete around drains and inspection covers: planning access first
Drainage and inspection access should be part of an imprinted concrete design from the outset.
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Tyre marks on resin bound surfacing: prevention and sensible cleaning
Tyres can leave dirt or visible marks on a resin bound driveway, particularly where a vehicle repeatedly turns in the same place.
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Does block paving need sealing? A practical homeowner's guide
Block paving does not automatically need a sealer to function.
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Checking surface-water flood risk before changing a driveway
Driveway drainage and wider flood risk are connected, but they are not the same assessment.
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Choosing patio joint colour: matching, contrast and everyday marks
Joint colour can make the same paving look calm or strongly patterned.
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