Advice

BradDrive Cobblestone is installed differently to other concrete block paving and we recommend that this product is installed by a Bradstone Assured Installer.

The following instructions assume the driveway is being laid in typical conditions with suitable falls installed and that the natural ground drains well and is for light vehicular use only. 

- A soil permeability test is recommended prior to installation to ensure it is suitable if the ground conditions are not already known.

- The area should be excavated to a depth of 400mm below the dwelling DPC so that the finished height of the driveway surface is no higher than 150mm below DPC.

- Drainage channels must be used where required and

As a Bradstone Assured installer you'll have the backing of the Bradstone brand, that means you get access to a whole bunch of of brilliant support services to help develop and grow your business.

Combining our passions for transforming outdoor spaces, we'll work together to make every project the best it can be for every customer. We'll work together to grow your presence in our local area, build confidence and trust amongst prospective customers, and give you all the support you need to make it happen. You've got it in Bradstone.

You're part of a community of expert landscapers, who we provide support to day in day out, from the start of the project to its perfect finish. We've laid down a dedicated range of support services to make every project run smoothly.

TRAINING SUPPORT 

Not sure where to begin your garden project?

Follow Mark and Becky as they transform their garden in the East Midlands. Since moving in to the property six years ago with their dog Molly they hadn’t done much to their garden. So they decided now was the time to create an outdoor space where they could relax with family and friends all year round. We followed their journey with Bradstone Assured Landscaper Alfresco Landscaping and absolutely love the finished result! 

Before and After

If transforming your outdoor space is an investment you’ve been thinking about for a while, when it comes to making it happen, you want it done right.

Our network of professional landscapers are ready to make it happen.

What is a Bradstone Assured Landscaper? 

Here at Bradstone we want to offer you the best service we can, we know finding a reputable landscaper can be daunting so we have created a network of accredited Landscapers who are experts in laying Bradstone products.  All of our landscapers have been assessed on previous jobs, subjected to reference checks and scrutinised to ensure they have valid professional indemnity and insurance policies. We apply a strict selection criteria to ensure only the best most capable landscaping professionals are recruited.

Transform your outdoor space in five easy steps

Step One - Get some outdoor inspiration 

Visit the inspiration section or download our latest brochure to help you start to envision your perfect garden. 

Step two -Find your Assured Landscaper

Choose one of our Assured landscapers to help design and build your garden - all carefully assessed to guarantee the highest standards.

Step three- Choose your paving style

From concrete to porcelain, simple to detailed, we have a range of beautiful paving to suit any outdoor project. If you're not sure what would work best for

Its an ideal time to mentally think through new projects for spring and planning a usable, luxury patio is certainly one value adding idea.

The easiest way to extend your living space, blurring the boundaries between house and garden is to build a patio. 

A little planning goes a long way when it comes to creating the perfect patio. Careful consideration needs to be given to make use of the space. Will it be a family area, somewhere for entertaining, a quiet private area or somewhere to display a sculpture or beautiful containers spilling over with annual colour?

With any of these think about how much space that actually uses and don’t be afraid to use canes and string to mark in out before committing yourself.

Look at various a

Factoring in the costs of materials and labour, gravel is usually the cheapest type of driveway. However, it doesn’t necessarily have the best kerb appeal for your home. Block paving comes in more expensive than gravel but is cheaper than the likes of resin and setts – whilst still providing great frontage to your house, with various options of colour and style.

What do you need to consider when planning your driveway?

“You need to consider both functionality and style when planning your driveway.

“First, check whether planning permission is required. If your new drive is more than 5m2 and doesn’t include a permeable surface or an area for surface water to run off and soak away, you’ll need to get plan

Five tips for planning and designing your garden

Whether it’s a new patio or a decorative feature wall on the agenda, with summer fast approaching, there is no better time to make a start on creating your dream garden. Here's some design considerations for homeowners looking to re-design their garden this spring/summer.

1. Always keep your objectives in mind

When you stay focused on exactly why you’ve given yourself the green light on your project, you’ll be able to stay on track and keep a tighter rein on your budget. It sometimes helps to put together a basic drawing of what you’re hoping to create so you can share your vision with your landscaper. 

2. Patio positioning and pri

Choosing the right type of paving for your patio can make an incredible difference to the look and feel of your outdoor area. Get it right and it can not only create an additional external space in your home but it can add significant value to your property too.

But, with so many different options on today’s market, from the classic to the contemporary, the natural to the colourful, the simple to elaborate, where to begin?

As one of the UK’s leading paving brands, Bradstone boasts a vast product portfolio and the unrivalled know-how to match to help make your paving inspirations a reality – plus all products are British made and responsibly sourced too.

Here, we take a look at the various paving ranges available on the market, along with their features and benefits, to help ensure you choose the r

Looking to refresh your outdoor space this Spring but don't have the budget to completely start over? Bradstone Walling Slips offer a quick and easy solution to transform any old tired garden wall. 

Walling Slips are not only an attractive addition to any garden, but can offer an instant update by adding stylish shape and structure to your garden design. 

For a superb natural stone look, the Natural Slate and Natural Sandstone slips are Z-shaped giving the appearance a random look. Available in 5 stunning shades; choose from Natural Sandstone Fossil Buff, Sunset Buff and Silver Grey and Natural Slate Blue-Black and Rustic Gold, to give new life to any weathered wall. 

Now is the perfect time to get started on preparing your garden for the summer months