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Damp Proof Courses, Thresholds and Airbricks

In recent years, it has become more and more common for homeowners to demand that their patio paving is laid at the same level as the doors and other thresholds as their interior flooring, thus creating a seamless hard landscaping

Why Is Bonding Mortar Slurry Primer Important/Now And Not Used 20 Years Ago?

One of the million-dollar questions that’s asked on every paving forum or Facebook group, pretty much every week, is, “Why should I use slurry primer? I’ve been laying paving without it for 500 years and never had a loose slab

Instructing Staff To Do A Task

In this guide on ‘instructing staff to do a task the four main points we will consider are: - Have you got the right person for the right job? Are you the right person to do the instructing/teaching? Preparation. Execution.

Vibrant Winter Planting

(Image Credit: Ankhesenamun, Unsplash)  You may think that autumn and winter mean it's time to close down the garden for good, but it doesn't have to be! In fact, winter can be a great excuse to get the gardening gloves

The Professional Garden Consultant’s Association

The Professional Garden Consultant’s Association (PGCA) was formed in 2016 to create a register of expert garden consultants, gathering together what had hitherto been a disparate and fragmented number of individuals, who, by nature of their work, were finding it

Top Three Business Tips For Landscapers

When asked for my top three tips by a landscape contractor, I ignore the obvious answers surrounding making a profit, keeping good staff and customers happy. Whilst these are essential, I think that getting the right quality work in the

Marketing Yourself On A Shoestring

This article is aimed at single artisan and micro businesses working in the world of gardening – garden maintenance firms, design practices and landscapers – in the private domestic sector. Even those who have been established for some years often

What does Polished Paver Value mean?

Polished Paver Value (PPV) is an indicator of how slippery a surface can become when it has been polished by foot traffic, vehicles or weathering. Paving with a low PPV can pose a safety hazard, especially in areas of heavy

Green Lobby Dichotomy Regarding Specification

Earlier this year, I wrote about the dichotomy between the specific requirements of organisations including the Royal Horticultural Society and Society of Garden Designers, both of whom champion the use of sustainable products and working methods when constructing gardens, and
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