The Smart Paving blog - Page 9
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 outdoor porcelain paving needs the right bedding and bonding
Outdoor porcelain paving is not simply a large tile placed on a few spots of mortar.
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Why imprinted concrete needs control joints despite its printed pattern
The lines stamped into imprinted concrete create the decorative pattern.
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Can resin bound be laid over an existing tarmac driveway?
A sound tarmac surface may be suitable for a resin bound overlay, but an overlay should follow assessment rather than assumption.
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Charcoal, grey or brindle block paving: choosing a practical colour
A driveway colour needs to work with the house and with ordinary daily use.
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PICS imprinted concrete colours: why the base and antiquing are different
An imprinted concrete colour is not always the result of a single product.
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Choosing a resin bound colour beside red brick or pale render
A resin bound colour is a blend of small stones, not a single painted shade.
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Your new driveway handover checklist: records, access and aftercare
A driveway handover should leave you knowing what has been installed and how to use and maintain it.
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Puddles on a driveway: a simple observation checklist before repair
A recurring puddle can result from a local low point, blocked collection feature, restricted water route or another construction issue.
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