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Knots falling out

Hi. In September 2012 I supplied and installed a rear garden boundary fence for a domestic client using 100mm posts and 6ft closeboard panels on gravel boards. Client brief was to replace an existing fence which had fallen down, and separated her gar

Started by Stewart Eades in Landscaping

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Muck truck (wheeled power barrow) vs tracked power barrow or any other alternatives

Hi Everyone,

I will need a power barrow (or a micro dumper. whichever you prefer...)for my next landscaping project and I was researching the deepest depths of the internet for reviews on power barrows. There are not many....
There is a lot of hype abo

Started by Andras Peter in Landscaping

6 Replies · Reply by Andras Peter Mar 3, 2013

Chelsea Flower Show - Trade stand build - Contractor required

I have a client that wishes a trade stand built at this years Chelsea flower show. The design is very simple and approx 90 m2 of paving (supplied by client) raised wooden planters, planting, simple self contained water feature. All materials other th

Started by Clive Dearden in Landscaping

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Contract Notice - Construction of Jubilee Square, Leicester

Leicester City Council’s Transport Strategy Team would like to invite contractors to tender for the construction of the Jubilee Square Project via Pre-Qualification Questionnaire, Invitation to Tender and Tender evaluation process. Jubilee Square pro

Started by Marcia Francis in Landscaping

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Thoughts on the Stihl battery range of products

I have just been having a look through the new 2013 stihl brochure.I am about to order the 130 Kombi however the battery range caught my eye.I see that they have now released the back pack battery. It gives approx 230 minutes constant use dependant u

Started by English Sheep in Landscaping

7 Replies · Reply by English Sheep Sep 17, 2013

Incredible brick paving machine

Check this out:

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2276585/Follow-self-road-Incredible-machine-lays-carpet-bricks-removing-breaking-hard-work.html#axzz2KUsSyepD

Started by Chris Auld in Landscaping

3 Replies · Reply by Torin Feb 11, 2013

New Natural Stone Paving Showroom for London Stone

Really pleased to announce that we have just secured a second showroom. The new showroom is at Coolings Garden Centre in Knockholt, Kent. Its taken us the best part of 2 years to find this site, so were really pleased to finally secure it. We plan to

Started by Steve London Stone in Landscaping

13 Replies · Reply by Steve London Stone Feb 14, 2013

Locating Underground Utilities

Hi all,

I have quoted for a job to landscape the front of a property including the drive which will require excavations for footings and sub-bases. There's a good chance somewhere along the line I will come across utilities when excavating so as a pre

Started by Chris Edmonds in Landscaping

17 Replies · Reply by David Benson Feb 12, 2013

Removing lichen from paving

Hi, I've been trying to remove some lichen from a concrete slab path as it's a slip hazard, but without much success. So far I've tried a Bayer chemical patio cleaner and a yard brush, but I think I probably need something more mechanical. There is n

Started by Keith Barker in Landscaping

6 Replies · Reply by stephen murray-cook Feb 10, 2013

Grass reinforcement

Hey guys have any of you had any experiance or feedback a few months later from installing either the mesh or plastic crates for grass reinforcement?
Is there any advantages or disadvantages of either option- beside the obvious installation differenc

Started by Brendan McHale in Landscaping

4 Replies · Reply by Brendan McHale Feb 5, 2013

Moisture Content of treated timber

Earlier this week, I purchased some treated D-rail and bevelled rail to make a gate (for a relatively agricultural application) from local builders merchant, where it is stored outside.

As happens with this sort of stuff, I noted that this lot was rel

Started by John Baker in Landscaping

2 Replies · Reply by Paul McNulty Feb 2, 2013

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JCLI Landscape Contracts

Who regularly contracts for work under the various JCLI forms (inc domestic variants) ?

If not, do you contract under other formal contracts - if so which ones do you find relevant, acceptable (from client prospective) and in which marketplace are th

Started by Gary RK in Landscaping

5 Replies · Reply by Gary RK Feb 13, 2013

Rendering for walls

Can anyone recommend a good white render for garden walls? I have usually left this selection to the contractors with varying results so would like to be more specific. Thanks.

Started by Anne Macfie in Landscaping

5 Replies · Reply by Kevin Barnett Jan 29, 2013

Stihls new top handle

I have to have one! wanted a MS201T for ages and was worried the cost new would not pay for it self any time soon.

http://www.frjonesandson.co.uk/products-page/stihl/chainsaws2/stihl-ms-150-tc-e-chainsaw-23-6cc/

Looks perfect for most gardeners

Started by Steven Lillycrop in Landscaping

6 Replies · Reply by Jonesie @ frjonesandson.co.uk Jan 29, 2013

Anyone for Bricklaying?

Might anyone be interested in a Brickwork course this season? It's not easy to set up as we need to be able to get hold of materials and a suitable venue, but we do have a brilliant trainer who is able to do one day practical courses for novices and

Started by Louise Reynolds in Landscaping

15 Replies · Reply by Louise Reynolds Mar 25, 2013

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EU Timber Regulation (EUTR) comes into force March 2013

The EU Timber Regulation (EUTR) comes into force March 2013. Failure to act NOW could see traders facing a criminal charge. Below you will find five key things you need to know and how the TTF can help you*

• The EU Timber Regulation comes into force

Started by Phil Voice in Landscaping

9 Replies · Reply by Geoffrey King Jan 24, 2013

Product review - Saunders R84 roof bar kit - proper British made roof racks and bars!

Lets face it, we can't always get everything we need INSIDE our vans can we?

The long ladder or the lengths of wood, the Henchman hedge trimming platform that just doesn't quite squeeze inside, you get the idea - we have all been there!

When I needed a

Started by Adam Pilgrim in Landscaping

1 Reply · Reply by Fraser Ritchie Jan 17, 2013

User review - Buckler B500 MDSM steel toe cap work boots...

This review has been a while in the making - just less than a year in fact as I have FINALLY worn out my first set of these boots....

http://www.bucklerboots.com/products/productdetail.php?pid=5&catid=1

I know some people will say 'oh, there's no point

Started by Adam Pilgrim in Landscaping

3 Replies · Reply by Robert Keetley Aug 29, 2014

Garden makeover TV programmes

Calling all fellow landscape gardeners...ever got annoyed when watching garden makeover TV programmes? With another series of Love Your Garden due to be filmed this year I am keen to revive this discussion which has been fervently debated on LJ befor

Started by Lisa Joynes in Landscaping

44 Replies · Reply by Lisa Joynes Jul 20, 2013

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Poll - is LJN right to take a political stance on landscape industry issues?

Also feel free to leave a comment below. However if you vote (see front page) your answer will remain anonymous.

Started by Phil Voice in Landscaping

1 Reply · Reply by Gary RK Jan 12, 2013

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