The Smart Paving blog - Page 4
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.
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Resin bound driveways with pets: practical cleaning and access details
Pets influence how an outdoor surface is used, even if they are not the main reason for replacing it.
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Can block paving be laid over an existing concrete driveway?
Sometimes an existing concrete base can be retained beneath block paving, but that does not make an overlay the default solution.
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Repair or replace a driveway? Compare the type of failure first
An unattractive driveway does not always need complete replacement, and a fresh-looking patch does not always represent a lasting repair.
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Why patio slabs rock—and why fresh pointing may not solve it
A patio slab that moves underfoot needs more than a cosmetic response.
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Why imprinted concrete can look patchy after sealing
A patchy appearance after sealing can have several explanations, including differences in moisture, preparation, application or the condition of an…
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Resin bound paths for pushchairs and wheeled access: what to check
A continuous resin bound path can offer a different experience from loose gravel, but the finish alone does not determine whether a route is easy to…
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Curved block paving driveways: keeping the pattern neat at the edges
A curved driveway can make a frontage feel softer, particularly beside a lawn or planted bed.
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New paving beside the house: do not overlook air bricks and damp protection
New paving changes the ground relationship around a building.
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