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5 ways to make your home exterior more appealing

5 ways to make your home exterior more appealing

Simple tweaks to the home exterior, whether modern or traditional, can improve the overall look and feel of the property. For those brave enough, substantial changes can create dramatic, impactful architecture and a welcoming approach. A well thought-out design will...

Exterior design: evaluating gravel driveways

Exterior design: evaluating gravel driveways

The design of a property’s exterior should never be overlooked, as the appearance of this space will be the difference between adding or losing value on it. A sweeping gravel driveway will add value to a home, by as much as 5-10% according to experts, depending on the...

Using edging to create a perfect gravel driveway

Using edging to create a perfect gravel driveway

Creating the perfect gravel driveway is a fine art from the landscaping products used to the quality of installation. As all landscapers know, their reputation depends on the finished result. Edging is often an underrated component of a gravel driveway and can be...

How much gravel is required for a gravel driveway?

How much gravel is required for a gravel driveway?

Whether you’re a professional landscaping contractor with years in the trade or are entirely new to the process, laying a driveway is something that can’t be done well without prior planning. The task of calculating how much aggregate is needed for a gravel driveway...

The 2 Must-Have Gravel Grid Features

The 2 Must-Have Gravel Grid Features

When going to the expense and effort of planning and creating a dream gravel driveway for yourself or a client, you want to ensure it lasts for many years to come. It is well known that gravel grids are a worthy investment but navigating the gravel grid market is a...

Are gravel grids worth installing?

Are gravel grids worth installing?

Having weighed up the pros and cons of a gravel driveway, you will undoubtedly have come to the conclusion that it’s the best driveway surface, a worthwhile investment in your property, one that will elevate its appearance and kerb appeal, and even add value. But when...

The hidden secret to preventing gravel migration

The hidden secret to preventing gravel migration

What’s the secret to preventing stone migration from ruining a gravel driveway? The answer is to install the right gravel driveway grid system. What’s the right gravel driveway grid system? It’s the Beauxfort Gravelrings system. And here’s why. What the right gravel...

Laying gravel on a sloping driveway

Laying gravel on a sloping driveway

Hilly areas of the UK make highly scenic places to live. The gentle undulations of rolling landscapes can provide sensational panoramas and a magnet for walkers and people who generally love being outdoors. But when it comes to practicalities, such hilly terrain can...

Tree root protection on driveway resurfacing projects

Tree root protection on driveway resurfacing projects

When you’re installing a beautiful new gravel driveway, it’s a sound investment in both the aesthetic of your property and the value of your home. Good preparation is essential to ensure a long-lasting and low maintenance gravel driveway. Part of good driveway design...