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Garden Paving Ideas & Advice

Want to perfect your paving? Our expert garden patio ideas and technical advice will help you plan, build, and maintain a garden patio. We’ll show you how to choose the right type of paving slabs for your garden, and our how to guides will give you a step-by-step walkthrough on how to lay slabs, block paving and more. From carpet stones to concrete outdoor tiles, there are stacks of different style options and paving materials to choose from. Our patio décor ideas will help you narrow down the choice and create the perfect patio design. As well as backyard patio ideas, we’ll also help you lay a patio driveway and front garden. Not sure how many paving slabs or stones you need to lay a patio? Our paving calculator will help you work out how much you need so you don’t under or over buy your patio slabs.

Outdoor tiles buying guide

Our outdoor tile range has been designed in a variety of styles and finishes, making it simple to find something to suit your space.

Paving buying guide

Creating a patio in your garden can give your outdoors a whole new dimension to enjoy.

Paving ideas

When it comes to laying a patio or paved area in the garden, you might have in mind a regular grid of square or rectangular slabs, all the same size and colour.

How to lay a patio

Building a patio, or paved area, can be a great way to add a practical, low-maintenance space for relaxation and entertaining in your garden.

How to lay paving blocks, gravel & asphalt

An edging kerb can give an attractive, decorative finish to your path, patio or drive.

How to repair paving

Although concrete is very hard-wearing, you might sometimes find that you need to repair your paving, paths or steps.

How to plan a concrete path, patio or driveway

Concrete is made up of cement, aggregate (particles of stone) and sharp sand. When you mix these ingredients with water, they bind into a solid, hard material.

How to build a manhole cover

If there's a manhole (also known as a drain inspection chamber) in an area you're paving, you can disguise it by creating a recessed cover for it.

How to fit a paving drainage system

Patios, paths and drives are built with a slight slope (or 'fall') that lets any surface water drain away.

How to lay a gravel driveway

Discover the essential steps for laying a gravel driveway effectively. Our comprehensive guide covers preparation, materials, and maintenance tips.