Guides for buyers and installers

Practical advice on laying, checking, importing and caring for natural stone paving.

All guides

A step-by-step method for a long-lasting patio: base, mortar bed, joints and sealing.

What to measure, what to look for and which lab tests to ask for before you pay for a container.

From sample to delivery: quotes, shipping terms, documents and customs for UK, Ireland and US buyers.

Why sandstone is a favourite for patios, plus the limits you should know about.

Where limestone suits best, how it differs from sandstone and what to avoid.

Keep sandstone and limestone paving looking good with simple care.

Work out how many slabs of each size you need for your area.

Sizes, finishes, lead time, payment, samples, packing and more.

Compare the two surfaces and pick the right one.

Grey, buff, brown or black? How to decide.

How direction, layout and trees change which stone looks right. Includes a free visualiser.

Upload your layout and preview stones on it.

Tell us the stone, sizes, finish and quantity. We reply with a quote and can send samples.

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