The Brew Cabin

Posted: **Tue Jun 19, 2018 8:54 pm**

I'm at a loss, so please help....
I thought I had done my research, had followed various threads on this forum but have had different opinions from every one of the landscapers invited round to quote.

I've a small back garden, very heavy clay soil, currently partly paved and partly grass. Far top right corner is so boggy that nothing grows, so I've given up and decided to pave the whole lot - approx. 70sqm and have a small courtyard garden.

I was convinced porcelain was the answer - modern contemporary look in a mid grey (house is only 4 years old) easy to maintain and less likely to be affected by algae. I've since been told limestone would be better and today - told sandblasted sandstone. So could someone give me direct honest advice please. I don't have unlimited funds but I would like to get it right - first time.

Thanks for your time chaps...
Julie

Posted: **Wed Jun 20, 2018 7:11 pm**

Hi Julie,

Porcelain would be the easiest from a maintenance perspective and gives a consistent colour and contemporary appearance. Limestone and some of the harder sandstones, e g. kandla grey are the easiest of the natural stones to keep clean, whereas the lighter mint colours for example take more aftercare. Overall however, I would suggest porcelain would require the least maintenance.

In terms of the boggy part of the garden, paving over this may not be the solution, so ensure you obtain expert advice on the installation in this area first.

Regards,

George

The Brew Cabin

Limestone, sandstone or porcelain - Differing opinions