What is the cheapest paving option?

As one of the cheapest paving options on the market, black limestone is a great choice if you are looking to create a bold finish to your patio without breaking the bank! Black limestone slabs look stunning when wet, offering deep tones which are great at disguising most types of spills from a garden party or BBQ!

What is cheaper block paving or slabs?

Block paving is a little bit more expensive than slabs, but there really isn’t much in it. For the increase in quality, we would certainly recommend opting for block paving.

What is a textured paving slab?

Textured paving slabs have a unique granular surface which gives a natural aged appearance. Textured slabs are available in a range of soft subtle colours making these paving slabs both stylish and hard wearing.

What can I use instead of paving slabs?

Gravel and concrete The cheapest natural alternative to stone paving is gravel. Less natural but also cheap is concrete in its pre-cast form. Many concrete slabs are designed to imitate stone, and do so more or less successfully.

What is the easiest DIY patio?

Bricks or pavers in straight or gently curving patterns typically work well for an easy DIY patio….

1. Outline Your DIY Patio and Remove Sod.
2. Add Landscape Fabric to Patio Base.
3. Build a Patio Base of Gravel and Sand.
4. Place Stones in Patio.
5. Top Patio with Sand.

What’s the cheapest way to make a patio?

Concrete is one of the cheapest and most popular materials that can be used to build a hard-surface patio. The aggregates of concrete can be stone, gravel, sand, or shells, which are mixed with water to form a paste that dries into a hard surface when left to settle.

Can you use paving slabs on a driveway?

The answer is yes, but take some precautions You can create a stunning looking driveway through the use of paving stones or slabs, but there are some considerations you have to make to achieve the best result possible.

Is block paving better than slabs?

Paving blocks are shaped like bricks and so are commonly known as block paving. They’re smaller and thicker than slabs, so they also work well as decorative edging around patios. You can buy our paving blocks in packs of single sized or mixed sized bricks depending on how you want your patio to look.

Is Bradstone paving any good?

With a product range that’s increasing year on year, Bradstone have some excellent options for any style of garden. If you’re looking for slate paving, why not take a look at Bradstone Vetusto with it’s profile of aged slate to give a more traditional feel than many other porcelain pavers.

What are the best paving slabs for a patio?

Limestone, sandstone, porcelain, slate, whatever material suits you and your home. Indian Sandstone Paving is one of the most popular paving options for patios.

Can you lay pavers on just sand?

The vast majority of sand you see is just small pieces of rock. On some beaches it can be tiny pieces of sea shells or broken coral. In other words, compacted sand can provide a sufficient base for a paver patio that’s just going to have you walking across it.

Can you lay pavers directly on dirt?

Typically, it is not recommended to directly lay down pavers over dirt. For pavers to look and perform well in a permanent installation setting, the ground/dirt floor must be excavated, leveled, and hard compacted.

Where can I get cheap concrete paving slabs?

We also stock council clearance paving slabs, giving you a good quality paving option for the cheapest price. From smooth and durable concrete paving to patterned and textured riven slabs, we have plenty of quality budget paving slabs for you to browse.

How big is Tobermore textured concrete paving slab?

Tobermore Textured Concrete Paving Slabs in Natural 450x450x35mm Textured paving slabs have a unique granular surface which gives a natural aged appearance. Textured slabs are available in a range of soft subtle colours making these paving slabs both stylish and hard wearing.

Which is the best brand of patio slab?

Whether you’re looking for quality natural stone paving or cheap paving slabs we’ve got a huge range that won’t let you down. We provide a range of cost-effective utility paving slabs from brands like Brett and Stonemarket. These are hardworking and durable and available in a range of colours and finishes.

What to do with paving slabs for patio?

Paving slabs are as attractive as they are functional, offering versatile and stylish choices for decorating your outdoor living space. Whether you’re looking to install a natural stone patio, create a feature garden path or need edging for the conservatory, our selection of paving stones has everything you need to give your garden…