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Can I say a public thank you to Chris Poddinger and the guys at Treetech in Dorset who drastically & expertly reduced trees and hedges surrounding a Perennial client's home.

Our client is a gardener but is not able to do this work himself and when Chr

Started by Lindsey Churchill in Landscaping

2 Replies · Reply by Neal Barker @ Etesia uk Aug 13, 2012

Blade Water Feature

Hey there people, is there anyone out there who has installed a few Blade Water Features?

And if so... is there any chance I can bend your ear for five minutes?

I have a few particular questions and a sketch handy but I think my main cause for concern

Started by Robert C Grimstead in Landscaping

1 Reply · Reply by Dave Sewell Aug 14, 2012

Hi All, I'd just like to ask those on here with the experience if they could offer any advice on how I would go about quoting to clear 6.5 acres. The land is all part of a disused farm, and was once gardens, which will eventually be restored, but I h

Started by Alex Brown in Landscaping

10 Replies · Reply by MWJONES Aug 13, 2012

Grass Mowing Fort Worth

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Started by The Grass Guy Lawn Services in Landscaping

2 Replies · Reply by John Baker Aug 9, 2012

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Using a spirit level to build a wall..or not

A spirit level is an simple but amazing tool. I'm sure it revolutionised construction when it became widely available.

However I think it is appropriate at times to leave the spirit level in the tool bag.

Take a look at the profile of this wall on

Started by Phil Voice in Landscaping

10 Replies · Reply by Gareth Wilson Aug 11, 2012

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Building-in a wood fired outdoor oven

Installing a Primo 60 outdoor oven

It's heavy

The oven can either be used free standing or built in. I am going to build my oven into the walls I am constructing along the edge of my terrace, so it will be a while before I'm ready (more on this a

Started by Phil Voice in Landscaping

4 Replies · Reply by Phil Voice Aug 26, 2012

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Treatment for posts before being put in the ground

Does anyone use a treatment on the lower part of a post before going in the ground - either for decking supports or fences etc.

I'm looking at putting some sleepers into an area where they would out of site and in a damp area, I wanted to know if ther

Started by Daniel Gillings @ DC inc in Landscaping

5 Replies · Reply by Rose Lennard Aug 2, 2012

Promoting Front Gardens

I would like to create an organization promoting benefits of front gardens and giving design advices especially in London. If you are interested to join me on this venture please send me a message!

Started by Ludivine Baruton in Landscaping

24 Replies · Reply by Phil Voice Oct 9, 2014

Resin Bound Surfacing - Questions!

Hey guys, I'm new to the forum, so please be gentle!

Ive joined the site as I'm doing my research into resin bound surfacing. My father and I are going to have a go at the surfacing process, and are pretty hands-on with most building work. We will b

Started by Dali Bains in Landscaping

2 Replies · Reply by Dali Bains Jul 20, 2012

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Friday debate: Are celebrity gardeners to blame for making floods worse by encouraging decking and patios?

An article on the Telegraph website suggests that TV is to blame for the floods.

Groundforce et al are, in my opinion, responsible for may negative aspects of today's landscaping market, but saying they are responsible for the flooding is pushing it

Started by Phil Voice in Landscaping

8 Replies · Reply by Claire Blake Jul 20, 2012

driveway fencing oppurtunities in berkshire

Evening all, just looking for some ideas on how to expand receive more enquiries for my driveway, patio and fencing business we are based in berkshire

Started by Phillip Perry in Landscaping

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In need of a tool that digs concrete out without the using a kango

Just wondering does anyone no if their is a tool that can be used to remove timber posts and the concrete from the ground without the need to use a kango?

I have noticed a tool that you can use its like a jack but used in the USA. Can you get them her

Started by David Harris in Landscaping

9 Replies · Reply by Sean Busby Jun 27, 2012

In Need Of Landscapers Across The UK...

The Stone Bake Oven Company are looking for landscapers to act as wood fired oven 'installers/representatives' across the UK.

The Stone Bake Oven Company design and manufacture a range of high quality wood fired ovens, or 'pizza ovens' in the UK for

Started by Laura in Landscaping

9 Replies · Reply by Laura Jul 5, 2012

In need of a garden landscaper/builder with good all round skills

I'm out of action for a couple of months, and I'm looking for someone in the North London area I can call on to help out with current/potential new business. I don't have staff, but do have regular labourers who I use on a casual basis. I can't guara

Started by Stephen Grover in Landscaping

1 Reply · Reply by Jenny Bloom Jun 23, 2012

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Cowboy builders aren't a new thing

I don't know about you but I get great pleasure walking about towns and cities looking at architecture?

I don't mean the stuff designed by famous people but otherwise ordinary features that stand out, for whatever reason.

I feel that the landscape in

Started by Phil Voice in Landscaping

4 Replies · Reply by Gary RK Jun 17, 2012

fuge immobest

does anyone have experience of using fuge immobest jointing compound for paving? thinking if trying it out soon.

Started by tony rowley in Landscaping

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London contractor?

I will be/am looking for a contractor for a small garden in London near Shepherds Bush. Involving, fencing, decking, synthetic grass installation, planting, lighting etc. The plan is not fully complete but I am looking to find a small local business

Started by Ed Erith in Landscaping

1 Reply · Reply by POC Landscaping Jun 11, 2012

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Making an arch former for a stone wall

I'm going to add some arches to my 1.5m high stone wall so that it does'nt appear and feel too heavy. I'm hoping I can put in some lights which appear hidden but illuminate the arches and the plants (plans might change on that).

I've knocked up a cou

Started by Phil Voice in Landscaping

43 Replies · Reply by Rebecca Walley Sep 2, 2014

Fencing guarantee in high wind

Hi All

I'd appreciate any help on this one as im not entirely sure where I stand!

Ive just had a very crackly answerphone message left at 21.35 tonight from a customer who had a fence erected by us last may, the general impression I got was that he was

Started by Graham Griffiths in Landscaping

32 Replies · Reply by Austin Powell-Allen Jan 2, 2014

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Marshalls Cobbletech (Drivesys) launched to Register members

A new product, said to revolutionise the way traditional cobbled paving is laid, has been launched exclusively to Marshalls register installers.

Cobbletech is an affordable alternative to a natural stone cobble but weighs far less and because of its

Started by Phil Voice in Landscaping

1 Reply · Reply by Claire Blake Jun 7, 2012

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