Garden Patio Slabs

What Are Patio Slabs? 

Patio slabs provide solid, level surfaces that structure and define everything from garden paths and walkways to patios, dining areas, and quiet corners for relaxation. 

As the surface you walk, sit, and gather on, their appearance, feel underfoot, and resilience to wear play a huge part in creating an inviting, safe, and enduring outdoor environment.

Unlike traditional lawns, which require regular mowing, watering, and upkeep, patio slabs offer a low-maintenance alternative that looks great all year round. They provide a clean, stable surface that’s ideal for furniture, outdoor dining, and high foot traffic - without the mud, patchiness, or seasonal wear that grass often suffers. 

While lawns have their place in softening a space, patio slabs add structure and visual contrast, allowing you to balance greenery with practical outdoor living areas.

With options ranging from beautiful natural stones like distinctive Indian Sandstone to classic Limestone, we stock a patio slab to suit every taste and budget.

Why Choose Patio Slabs?

• Improves Accessibility: A level, solid surface provides easier access across your garden, reducing muddy patches or uneven ground and making it more comfortable to walk, bike, or roll outdoor equipment.
• Adds Structure and Depth: Using slabs in your landscaping design helps create layers and structure within your outdoor space. Different patterns, colours, and materials can break up the monotony of lawns, adding visual interest and dimension.
• Relatively Low Maintenance: Compared to lawns or decking, a well-laid patio generally requires less intensive upkeep, typically needing just regular sweeping and occasional washing.
• Versatility in Design: Available in a vast array of materials, sizes, colours, and finishes, patio slabs allow for immense design flexibility, from intricate patterns with mixed sizes to simple, uniform layouts.
• Increases Property Value: A well-designed and professionally installed patio is a desirable feature that can vastly bump the market value of your property.

Designing Your Patio

• Laying Patterns: Consider patterns like random course (using mixed sizes, often from "patio packs"), uniform rows (stretcher bond or stack bond), or even diagonal layouts to add visual interest.
• Shape and Flow: Think about how the patio will connect with your home and the rest of the garden. Curves can soften a design, while geometric shapes offer a more formal look.
• Edging: Define your patio area and provide structural support with complementary or contrasting edging stones, blocks, or setts.
• Integrating Features: Plan for elements like built-in seating, planters, steps leading to other garden levels, or even a designated spot for a fire pit or water feature.

Maintenance

• Regular Cleaning: Sweep frequently to remove leaves, dirt, and debris.
• Occasional Washing: Wash with water and a stiff brush, or a gentle pressure wash (being careful with joints and softer stones).
• Managing Growth: Address any weeds or moss that may appear in joints promptly.
• Sealing (Especially for Natural Stone): Many natural stone slabs, including most Limestone and Sandstone, benefit from the application of a quality impregnating sealer. This helps protect against staining, water absorption, algae growth, and frost damage, making ongoing maintenance easier.