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first time use of ncc streetscape grout

Well after many many years hand pointing all our patios using the trusted building/washed sharp and cement mix we opted to go for NCC STREETSCAPE VDW 800 NATURAL finish and now look forward to seeing how the patio joints set in the morning...... what

Started by RICHARD BICKLER in Landscaping

18 Replies · Reply by david Mackay Aug 23, 2011

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Using reclaimed materials in landscaping schemes...ultimate sustainablity

I'm a traditionalist by nature which meant that I'd very often incorporate reclaimed materials within my landscaping schemes; reclaims fit so well within a traditional 'cottage' garden scheme. I was also fortunate to be located on the boundaries of

Started by Phil Voice in Landscaping

3 Replies · Reply by David Smither Jul 22, 2010

Why use hardcore etc under concrete?

This probably seems a daft question and I'm sure there's a very logical reason I haven't twigged!!I've always understood that when laying a concrete base, path etc, you need to put down a few inches of MOT/ hardcore and then this has to be compacted

Started by Geoff Norfolk in Landscaping

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How long is an estimate valid for?

How long do people keep there estimates valid for ??

With material prices changes several times throughout the year and the governments tax and fuel cost increases to name but a few, how long realsitically can you honour your estimate for? would be

Started by RICHARD BICKLER in Landscaping

17 Replies · Reply by 1st Garden Maintenance Aug 7, 2020

landscaper required Camberley area

Hi guys- i have a friend/client in the Camberley area that needs some hard landscaping.It's a paved parking space in the front garden to start I think, then part two of the project is some sleeper retaining beds and terrace in the back garden.I recom

Started by Shelley Barnes in Landscaping

12 Replies · Reply by Shelley Barnes Jul 9, 2010

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Keeping track of useful posts

One for Phil (or anyone else..) Is there another way of keeping track of useful posts, other than by searching using tags etc. Thinking along the lines of 'favourites' on Internet Explorer... There is so, so much useful information on this site, but

Started by Gary RK in Landscaping

7 Replies · Reply by Gary RK Jul 6, 2010

Standing area for a car

I have a customer who I have been cutting the lawn. Last week he asked me if I would lay 60 paving slabs so that his car could go on it when the council have done the drop kerb. He has the idea that a dry mix sand cement then a waker plate used a she

Started by Colin Cross in Landscaping

14 Replies · Reply by Big Dig Groundworks Jul 5, 2010

Matching new concrete to old

Repairing a neighbours concrete driveway tomorrow........ couple of areas about 2' x 2' have broken away at the sides. Anyone got any tips on making the new concrete blend in a bit more with the old which must have been down 40 odd years? She pressur

Started by Geoff Norfolk in Landscaping

1 Reply · Reply by Geoff Norfolk Jul 5, 2010

Barbed wire planning permission

Am I right in thinking that you need planning permission for barbed wire? I've been asked to quote for an extension to an existing fence which is 6ft high welded mesh with 3 strands of barbed wire. Anyone in the know?

Started by Boxelder Landscapes in Landscaping

3 Replies · Reply by Matt Sep 8, 2010

grout and sealer

Can anyone recommend a grout for pointing up and a matt/clear sealer for very pourous sawn and shotblasted sandstone.

Started by RICHARD BICKLER in Landscaping

3 Replies · Reply by RICHARD BICKLER Jun 15, 2010

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

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