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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

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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

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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

Masonry paint paw prints

HiAfter 4 weeks of build up, today is my final day on a contemporary garden design and build project in Teignmouth, Devon.Having washed, touched up the paint works etc yesterday in order to point the patio paving today, of which is a light Silver san

Started by Jackson's Landscape Design in Landscaping

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

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Marble White Pebbles

Anyone know suppliers of Marble White Pebbles, size 100mm-60mm (estimate we need >1T) in the Surrey/Hampshire areas ? Our normal source (Pinks) has none in stock. I just can't think of any alternative suppliers... A few places have small 20/25kg bags

Started by Gary RK in Landscaping

5 Replies · Reply by Busy Bee Garden Services Limited Apr 7, 2010

Help with pricing please... listed tree content!

I have a job to price and would love some input. There is an overgrown bed at the side of a drive that needs to be completely cleared and set with 30-40mm chips. This involves removal of a lot of shrubs and herbacious plants, existing chips, large gr

Started by Dan Frazer Gardening in Landscaping

7 Replies · Reply by Lawncare-4u.co.uk Apr 9, 2010

Landscaping Nails

Seen these mentioned a few times in my searches, anyone used them or know of a UK supplier.

Started by Richard Jones in Landscaping

7 Replies · Reply by Graeme @ BGS Apr 7, 2010

Sawn Sandstone - like Stonemarket Cromwell

I am looking for an immediate delivery of 300m2 of sawn sandstone (at least 38mm depth) for a job I am starting shortly that is similar to Cromwell, Stonemarket's new product. Stonemarket have run out of Cromwell, and I was wondering if anyone knows

Started by Susan in Landscaping

7 Replies · Reply by Dave Sewell Apr 7, 2010

How much to price

How much should i charge to lay a basic patio, size 7.5mx 5m.I will be using 450x450x32mm slabs.I've got a price in mind, i just want to confirm it.If anyone can help i would be gratefull.Thanks, A.B.

Started by Alex Butler in Landscaping

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landscaping plant/kit

As i am progressing more into the landscaping side of the business the tools and plant are obviously becoming a bigger part of my outlay, obviously some stuff its cheaper to hire in on a need basis and some things its better to bite the bullet and bu

Started by David Bloomer in Landscaping

3 Replies · Reply by Kieran Ray Apr 1, 2010

Bulk Buy Decking?

Our local Decking supplier has just put their prices up from £8.65 for a 4.2m x 144mm x 34mm deck board to £10.45! before contractors discount.The deck boards are the best quality around, better than that from Howarth in my opinion but its getting di

Started by Daniel Kaye in Landscaping

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New pond build - weeping willow issue

Oh dear, it's all questions from me today - sorry and thanks in equal measures!So, I have a lovely job to do which is design and creation of a wildlflower 'meadow'/mown paths and a new wildlife pond. The size of the pond is, as yet, still in developm

Started by Angela Palmerton in Landscaping

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Natural Stone Paving & Walling

If you're a Hard Landscaper and have quoted for a natural stone project due to start in the next few weeks you might be wise to review your quotation immediately or take action to purchase the materials soon.Most, if not all, of the natural stone imp

Started by Jon Layton in Landscaping

4 Replies · Reply by Nicky @ GardenImprovements.com Mar 17, 2010

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