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most items in stock at all times
Practical guides for patios, paths, driveway edging, walls, stone matching and sub-bases. Use this as a starting point — ground conditions, drainage and the finish you want will change the details.
Pick what you’re building and we’ll point you to the best guide and the most relevant materials. This isn’t “set in stone” — it’s a sensible way to plan the job before you order.
Go straight to the range, then come back to the guides if you want the “how to” side.
These guides are here to help you plan and avoid common mistakes — not to tell you there’s only one right way. Ground, drainage and access change everything. If you’re unsure, ask us before you order.
Depth, compaction, falls, mortar bed, spacing and jointing options.
Plan widths, decide materials, edge it properly and get steps comfortable.
Vehicle-rated bases, concrete haunching, bedding and pointing details.
Footings, water escape, backfill, joints and coping that prevents failures.
What to photograph, measure and note so we can get close first time.
Plain-English depths, compaction rules and quick drainage checks.
Most of the time, yes. Reclaimed stone looks right on UK properties and ages well. The main thing is choosing the right thickness/finish for the use, and building the base properly.
As a rough guide, allow around 10% extra. Complex patterns, lots of cuts, curves and borders may need more.
Base build and drainage. Most issues are settlement and water sitting under/around the stone. Compaction in layers and correct falls solve most problems.
Yes — clear photos and a few measurements make a big difference. If you can, include an overcast close-up with a ruler/coin for scale.
Delivery can be arranged UK-wide. If you’re unsure on quantities, send rough sizes and we’ll help you work it out before delivery.
Reclaimed stone supplier (UK): Steptoe’s Yard supplies reclaimed Yorkstone flags, cobbles and setts, walling stone and recycled aggregates for patios, driveways, garden walls, repairs and stone matching — with delivery available UK-wide.