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Landscaping (1287)

Bonded Pea Shingle

I try and avoid landscaping, purely a maintenance guy, but a customer asked me about this. It sounds interesting but I've never heard of it.What is it? How does it work? Is it expensive, How dificult is it to use?

Started by Cesare Harradine in Landscaping

1 Reply · Reply by David Bloomer Jun 13, 2010

ncc epoxy mortars

have a large patio to lay am looking to use one of the ncc epoxy mortars for the pointing, whats the best place to buy it direct from them or are there other options?also what kind of area will 25kg in reality point, we're looking at 2' x2' slabs wit

Started by David Bloomer in Landscaping

2 Replies · Reply by David Bloomer Jun 12, 2010

Rubber mats for play area

Can anyone recommend a good company to supply rubber matting for a kids play area. Has to go over existing paving

Started by Tim Horner in Landscaping

7 Replies · Reply by Tim Horner Jun 15, 2010

How important is permeable paving?

With environmental issues ever increasing and the requirement for sustainable, eco friendly products becoming more and more of a necessity, how important is it to find a product that meets all the legislative criteria without compromising on aestheti

Started by SureSet Resin Systems in Landscaping

28 Replies · Reply by Paving Superstore Oct 24, 2013

Cloud Tree which species?

I blame myself for this as I created a basic one using a single stem hazel bush ina woodland garden.Now I've been asked to create some more formal ones so I was wondering if anyone has a suggestion as to what young trees I could use which won't cost

Started by Invicta in Landscaping

4 Replies · Reply by Invicta Jun 7, 2010

Fence installation prices

proper fencing

concrete slotted posts, 1ft concrete gravel boards, 5ft lap panels.

how much do people charge per bay material and labour inc old fence removal and disposal and profit approximately.

i have done several smaller runs 5-8 panels as part o

Started by David Bloomer in Landscaping

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All in one fencing machine.

This is going to sound a little odd I know, but a couple of years back I saw a machine on the series "Jimmy's Farm" It was, from memory, a tracked vehicle with a post driver and post carrier combined but the thing that made it stand out was the Auto

Started by Matt in Landscaping

10 Replies · Reply by Matt May 29, 2010

Jet washing patios - friend or foe??

Hi all,Could you tell me your thoughts on jet washing patios please?Do you think they are:1). a superb labour saving device that's great for gving your patio an annual clean up?2). a patio's nightmare that does more harm than good (i.e. too harsh, ca

Started by Sam Price in Landscaping

9 Replies · Reply by William Moody May 1, 2011

Rompox / NCC paving mortar versus. traditional pointing

Hi All,
I'm currently laying a couple of patios in my back garden (smaller one = 2 x 2m, larger one = 4.5 x 4m). I'm using Bradstone Milldale (Antique chestnut) slabs and I've been reading up on the Rompox / NCC / Geofix type of products as an altern

Started by Sam Price in Landscaping

4 Replies

Purbeck random wall stone

Does anyone know where the best place to get Purbeck wall stone?

Started by Matt Rolls in Landscaping

1 Reply · Reply by Dave Sewell May 19, 2010

Sawn Yorkstone

I am using sawn yorkstone for the first time and much of it has arrived with big saw lines through it, not very deep, maybe about 1mm but very visible and it spoils the smooth look...and the supplier says that it is normal-wonder if you have any expe

Started by Susan in Landscaping

33 Replies

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Ranch style fence

A bit of advice or general input have a ranch style fence to erect, 19.2m long by 1.8m high, the wood used will be 175mm x 15mm, no posts in ground so will have to put them in, owner doesn't want panels as prefers ranch style , any info much apprecia

Started by Stephen @ SJS in Landscaping

5 Replies · Reply by Stephen @ SJS May 8, 2010

Modular Concrete Systems.

Boxelder Landscapes would like to welcome Modular Concrete sytems to the juice and would ask all members to check them out. They're based in Edinburgh and are supplying cost effective fencing solutions to the whole country.www.modularconcretesystems.

Started by Boxelder Landscapes in Landscaping

3 Replies · Reply by Modular Concrete Fencing Apr 28, 2010

Patio Advice

Could anyone offer some advise on the following please.1. What sort of paving would you recommend for a garden patio. I want something that is relatively cheep and fairly smooth for little children to ride trikes across etc.2. Could you let me know h

Started by Jim Davidson in Landscaping

9 Replies · Reply by Kieran Ray Apr 29, 2010

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Most difficult access for a job ?

What has been the most difficult access you have encountered for job, no matter what type of work is being performed (ie mowing, rotivating, micro digger etc) ?? I'll start the ball rolling - Digger access (see photo) - tight less than inches to spar

Started by Gary RK in Landscaping

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Landscapers versus Builders

Just wondering how many member have come across Builders who are taking work off of Landscapers to do paving work, fencing etc.I have heard of this becoming more frequent, and would be interested to hear any comments. From what I have heard, and seen

Started by T & S Plants in Landscaping

1 Reply · Reply by Dan Frazer Gardening Apr 9, 2010

How to stop railway sleepers leaking and oozing tar

Does anyone have any tips on how to reduce or stop sleepers leaking out tar?

Started by Eliot Saieva in Landscaping

8 Replies · Reply by Tim Bembridge Jul 5, 2014

How to price fence painting?

Been asked to give a quote on painting a garden fence..don't know how big it is yet..can i do it per meter??

Started by alan mcmillan in Landscaping

1 Reply

Round fencing posts

Does anyone know the best place for price to get 10 cm diameter round fencing posts/poles.

Started by Matt Rolls in Landscaping

4 Replies · Reply by Jackson's Landscape Design Apr 7, 2010

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DIY Sheds Vs Traditional Merchants

The large DIY sheds (B&Q TradePoint & Wickes) are clearly giving the traditional builders merchants a really hard time.... We have accounts and reasonable level of discount with main merchants, but they just can't beat some of the 'transparent' price

Started by Gary RK in Landscaping

2 Replies · Reply by Kirsty Blair Apr 8, 2010

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