What Are the Best Brick Patterns for Landscaping Projects?

Brick landscaping takes many forms including laying terraces, driveways, paths and patios. Although the commonest brick pattern you will see is running bond – the sort that is most frequently used for walls – this overlapping style is not the only one around. In fact, bricklaying services companies use a variety of different patterns to create distinctive effects when they are laying bricks on the ground. What are the best ones to choose from for your landscaping project? [Read More]

3 Ideas To Turn A Retaining Wall Into A Garden Centrepiece

Retaining walls are used to protect the structure of your home from damage caused by soil erosion or movement. And while they perform a protective function, there's no reason why they can't add a decorative element to the facade of your home. This guide looks at some ideas to help you turn your retaining wall into a garden centrepiece – blending aesthetics with functionality. Create A Raised Garden Bed  Retaining walls on their own may not be able to create that allure you're looking for. [Read More]

A Guide to Buying Bathroom Fittings

When designing your bathroom, there are a number of options available. Tapware is an important decorative feature for any building. Toilets, basins and bathtubs vary in price and style. Here is a guide to the different fittings available. Tapware styles There are a few different types of tapware available. Pillar taps offer one cold tap and one hot tap. They can be used on basins which have two spaces for tapware. [Read More]

The SAFE Guide to Using Earthmoving Equipment on Slopes

When hiring earthmoving equipment for use on a sloped construction site, safety is paramount. If you're going to be working with excavators on inclines, make sure you follow this SAFE operating guide. S is for Small Excavators The first step to earthmoving safely on sloped ground is to hire a small excavator from an equipment hire company. When you're operating the excavator, it's essential that you keep your machine's centre of gravity stable; if you don't, the vehicle will be at risk of tipping over. [Read More]