A well planned patio changes how you actually use your garden, not just how it looks. We install patios in natural stone and porcelain paving, from simple, low maintenance layouts through to more detailed natural stone designs, planned around your home, your budget, and how you’ll actually use the space. Every patio is laid on a properly prepared base with correct falls for drainage, so it holds up properly for years rather than just looking good on day one.
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Most of the work on a good patio happens before a single slab goes down. Getting the ground prepared properly, with the right base and correct falls for drainage, is what actually determines whether your patio stays flat and solid or starts to sink and pool water within a couple of years.
Solid ground preparation, so the patio doesn’t shift, sink, or crack unevenly later
Correct levels and drainage, so water runs off properly rather than pooling on the surface
Careful laying and finishing, so the joints, edges, and overall surface look deliberate, not rushed
Skipping this stage, or rushing it to save time, is why so many patios end up with the same problems a few years down the line: sunken slabs, cracked joints, or water pooling by the back door. It’s the part you’ll never actually see once the paving’s down, but it’s what decides how your patio performs, not just how it looks on the day we finish.
We prepare and compact the ground properly before any paving goes down, since that's what stops a patio sinking or cracking within a couple of years.
We plan each patio around how you'll use it, whether that's dining, seating, or just somewhere to step out into the garden.
We install both natural stone paving, including options like Indian sandstone, and porcelain paving, so you can choose based on look, budget, and how much upkeep you want to take on.
Porcelain paving in particular needs very little maintenance beyond an occasional clean, unlike some natural stone finishes.
Fixed, written quotes that set out materials, preparation, and installation clearly from the outset.
A large share of our patio work comes through referrals from previous customers, not advertising.
Properly laid natural stone and porcelain paving copes well with everything British weather throws at it, without fading or breaking down, so your patio keeps its looks year after year.
We put the same care into every patio, whatever the size or material. Here's what recent customers have said about working with us.
A patio isn’t just paving, it’s extra living space, a stylish finish for your garden, and generally seen as a worthwhile addition to your property’s value. Here’s what a properly installed one genuinely adds.
A proper patio gives you a defined area for seating, dining, or just standing out in the garden with a coffee.
A well laid patio in the right material and layout ties the rest of your garden together, rather than looking like an afterthought.
Laid correctly, natural stone and porcelain paving copes with rain, frost, and everyday foot traffic without cracking, fading, or shifting.
Every patio is planned around your property's layout and style, not dropped in as a generic slab.
Your patio options broadly come down to natural stone or porcelain paving. Natural stone, including options like Indian sandstone, gives a genuinely varied, textured look with real character from slab to slab. Porcelain gives a more consistent, contemporary finish that's easier to keep clean. We'll talk you through both, along with layout, jointing, and edging options, so the finished patio actually suits your garden rather than a generic template.
We install patios across Greater London, including Hampstead, Dulwich, and surrounding areas. Get in touch for a free site visit wherever you're based.
With 15+ years of proven experience in patio installations and quality workmanship, we will guide you to make the best choice for your outdoor space..
It depends on your budget, how much upkeep you want to take on, and the look you’re after. Porcelain gives a consistent, low maintenance finish, while natural stone, including options like Indian sandstone, gives more natural variation and character. We can talk you through both.
Cost varies by material, size, and how much ground preparation is needed.
We provide fixed, written quotes based on your specific garden, so get in touch for an accurate price.
Timescales depend on the size of the patio and the material chosen, and can also be affected by property access and the weather on the day. Get in touch and we’ll give you a realistic estimate.
Yes, a compacted sub base is essential under any patio, whatever material you choose, to stop the surface sinking or moving over time.
Yes, correct falls are built into every patio we lay, so water drains away from the house rather than pooling on the surface or against your walls.
Good quality porcelain paving is manufactured with a textured, slip resistant finish, so it performs well even in wet weather, though it’s still sensible to take care in icy conditions like any hard surface.
Yes, we can level and prepare uneven ground as part of the installation, though more significant slopes may need extra groundwork, which we’ll factor into your quote.
A properly prepared and laid patio, in either natural stone or porcelain, can perform well for many years with only basic upkeep.
Porcelain generally needs very little beyond an occasional clean. Natural stone can need a bit more attention over time, depending on the stone type, but neither is particularly demanding.
A well designed, properly installed patio is generally seen as a worthwhile improvement to outdoor space, though the exact impact on property value varies by property and area.
Yes, we can remove an existing patio and install a new one, and we’ll always let you know if any part of the existing base can be reused to help keep costs down.
In most cases, no, particularly for a standard residential patio, but larger areas or specific property restrictions can sometimes require permission. We’re happy to advise based on your property.
It comes down to your garden’s size, how you’ll use the space, and your property’s overall style. We’ll talk through layout, material, and finish options with you before any work begins.
