Natural stone is our oldest worked paving material, and there is a world of choice now available. This page considers the types, the uses, and the potential for natural stone flags as a material for modern paving.

Imported stone has massively changed the paving scene in Britain and Ireland, so this page aims to look at the more popular products that are readily available nowadays.

Among the many types of stone used for paving, slate is widely regarded as an excellent choice due to its strength, its strong colours, and its hard-wearing properties, but those very features that make it an attractive option can also pose challenges when it comes to installation.

Slate is a popular choice as a construction material and its role as a truly excellent paving choice should not be overlooked. Welsh Slate provides a comprehensive range of native paving, walling and decorative aggregates, examined more carefully on this page…

Circles are popular features for garden patios, and there is some confusion regarding the best way for these to be laid. This case study follows the installation of a special 'celtic knot' circle feature, documenting each stage of the work and detailing the methods and materials used by the contractor.

This is the second page of a case study which follows the installation of a special 'celtic knot' circle feature, documenting each stage of the work and detailing the methods and materials used by the contractor.

Reflective staining is a phenomenon most commonly observed on stone flags, particularly some imported stone flags, which have been improperly laid on spots (dabs) or a ring or of mortar. It can seriously and permanently disfigure paving, but how can it be avoided?

Black limestone paving has become phenomenally popular over the last few years. However, it is prone to rapid fading. This page looks at why that happens and what can be done to rectify the problem.