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Open graded stone block paving

we have carried out a few permeable paved driveways. We have used type 3 Mot sub base and then 6mm open graded stone as a screed bed.

My thought is could you use standard 10mm gravel as a screed bed? Probably not for a permeable purpose as it has fin

Started by Myles jennings in Landscaping

3 Replies · Reply by Paul Baillie Aug 23, 2018

Information

Looking for some information on a few items I'm interested in buying.

Makita eh7500w petrol hedge trimmer

Makita en4950h pole cutter

Iv never used Makita for hedge trimmers but I have used there stimmer for the last 2 years and it's worked a treat. An

Started by Ryan Lindsay in Machinery

2 Replies · Reply by Ryan Lindsay Aug 22, 2018

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Does anyone else use the work requests feature in Jobber? It works well for us EXCEPT every time you get a work request, that person is added to your client database before you have even spoken to them, let alone quoted for a job. This is a bit of

Started by Darren Walters in Business

2 Replies · Reply by Darren Walters Aug 20, 2018

red diesel

i am getting a diesel ride on. can i cut sports field with red diesel;

Started by T SANDERSON

6 Replies · Reply by Ben Jakes Aug 20, 2018

Even a dummy can install a robotic lawn mower

Watch this video and you will never call a professional to install a robotic mower

https://youtu.be/zorsTUnXBXg

Started by Tamas Hosszu in Turfcare

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Storing Seed/Fert in plastic buckets.

I'm forever nicking the sides of bags, not quite doing them up correctly as well as not really being able to neatly store bags of seed etc. Would food grade plastic buckets work for storage without shortening the shelf life of the product?

By some ve

Started by Seth Burgess in Landscaping

5 Replies · Reply by Seth Burgess Aug 18, 2018

Lime and Plasticiser

I’m just wondering. How to people decide when use lime or plasticiser in mortar mixes and importantly when NOT to use them. I’ve seen people who use plasticiser all the time to the point I’m starting to wonder why doesn’t everyone all the time, or is

Started by Josh Thornton in Landscaping and Paving Materials and Advice

10 Replies · Reply by Andrew Betteridge Aug 17, 2018

long reach

which one

Started by paul watson in Machinery

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LiberRate (libr8) software

Any users of LiberRate (libr8) on LJN ?

If so, would appreciate a chat (off/online) about how you are using it and in what segment of our industry.

Started by Gary RK in Business

1 Reply · Reply by Phil Voice Aug 17, 2018

Anyone laying perimeter wires for robot lawnmowers?

We are dealers for Portable Winch, who make a popular petrol powered capstan winch for pulling things with rope. The company also sell a perimeter wire laying machine called the PWM600MH, so we know the quality and attention to usability is going to

Started by DAVID at Orion Forestry in Suppliers

4 Replies · Reply by DAVID at Orion Forestry Aug 17, 2018

Incorporating new services/skills

Ive been working in Gardening/Landscape Gardening/ maintenance for 8 years. Currently I’m a self employed gardener who is starting to offer small scale landscaping services including paving, decking and fencing. I’ve worked on very very small scale v

Started by Josh Thornton in Business, Groundscare, and Landscaping

12 Replies · Reply by Ben Jakes Aug 17, 2018

pedestrian flail mower hire maidenhead

Afternoon all. As per the title I am looking to hire a pedestrian flail mower. Do you know where I can get one high Wycombe / maidenhead way, or get one delivered to site? I know helpful hirings thame way have one but thats a bit too far in the wrong

Started by Glen Stillman in Hire

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What will happen if I don’t rake after strimming?

Hi all, I’ve got a huge field to strim that hasn’t been cut for 12 months, so it’s long and tough going. The cutting will take 3 or 4 days, leaving behind enough raking to cripple the average man for life. Was considering leaving the grass lying in a

Started by Bob beard in Groundscare

14 Replies · Reply by Darren Walters Aug 15, 2018

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Public Space Protection Order.

The local council appear to be targeting professional dog walkers, along with anyone else who wants to walk more than four dogs in a local country park.

https://www.facebook.com/157624024263273/posts/2605531369472514/

Started by Andrew Betteridge in Info

2 Replies · Reply by Andrew Betteridge Aug 15, 2018

Honda hedge cutter scorching hedge

I have a Honda HHH25D hedge trimmer and I am very pleased with it, despite it being a heavy beast its quieter than a 2 stroke, starts wel, has a long reach and doesnt use much petrol. In fact, when mine got nicked by some low life scum last year, I r

Started by Ted Waldron in Machinery

3 Replies · Reply by Ted Waldron Aug 14, 2018

Buxus leaves

evening All,

I was wondering if anyone had any tips /tricks for picking up Buxus (box) hedging leaves ,pre or post trimming. I mean in the plant rather than where the clippings fall on the outside . I have quiet a few massiefs to prune each year.The

Started by Paul Doyle in Groundscare

2 Replies · Reply by Paul Doyle Aug 14, 2018

How many of you are installing artificial grass?

Hi all,

Just wondering how many of you are now installing artificial grass, or getting enquiries for it?

Obviously we have an interest here being an artificial grass installation company! :)

With the latest hot weather we're seeing lots more people cont

Started by Wonderlawn in Business

2 Replies · Reply by David Benson Aug 13, 2018

Which Hedge Trimmer!

Hello

I have been looking to get a hedge trimmer for a little while now but cant decide which one to get. So far I have narrowed it down to three trimmers.

Sthil HS 56 C-E

Echo HCR-1501

Kawaski HTK-60X

Please can I have some views on what people think s

Started by Robert Mendham in Machinery

4 Replies · Reply by Seth Burgess Aug 13, 2018

WANTED! Hayter harrier 56 grass box ('99-'05)

Hopefully someone can help.

I'm based in Cheshire and wondered if anyone may have an old Harrier56 grass box going spare?

Started by John Powley in Machinery

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Which dog on site.

I am looking at getting a dog soon to come with me to work Landscape Gardening on small projects in client’s gardens self employed. I have my heart set on a German Shepard however I have heard they need a lot of mental stimulation. I am not worried a

Started by Josh Thornton in Landscaping

69 Replies · Reply by Green Girl Garden Care Aug 12, 2018

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