How To Guides
How to Guides featuring how to build patios, paths, flower beds and more! Perfect for DIY gardeners and those on a budget.
28 October 2025
Our Top Tips to Create Curved Garden Edging in Your Garden
Garden and lawn edging might seem like a small detail, but it plays a massive role in defining your outdoor space, bringing a neat finish to borders, pathways, and flowerbeds. While straight edging offers a clean, structured look, how to make curved garden edging is a question many keen gardeners […]
Read Article29 September 2025
Our Garden Edging Tips: How to Build Garden Edging
A beautifully defined garden border can transform an ordinary outdoor space into a polished, professional landscape. Garden and lawn edging is more than just an aesthetic choice; it’s a practical solution for keeping your flower beds tidy, preventing soil erosion, and making garden maintenance much easier. If you’ve ever wondered […]
Read Article5 July 2025
Our Garden Edging Tips: How to Build Garden Edging
A well-defined border can transform your garden, adding visual appeal, structure, and practicality. Whether you’re looking to create clean garden edges, contain your plants, or prevent soil erosion, understanding how to build garden edging is a valuable skill for any gardener. This How to Build Garden Edging guide will explore […]
Read Article14 February 2025
How to Build Garden Edging: Easy Steps for Stunning Borders
Creating well-defined garden edging is a simple yet transformative way to elevate the look and functionality of your outdoor space. Not only does it add a polished finish to your garden, but it also serves practical purposes such as preventing soil erosion, keeping garden beds tidy, reducing maintenance efforts and […]
Read Article6 December 2024
Our Garden Edging Tips: How to Lay Sleepers for Garden Edging
Transforming your garden doesn’t have to involve complicated or costly projects. A simple, effective way to give your outdoor space a polished and functional edge is by using sleepers for garden edging. Not only are sleepers versatile and durable, but they’re also perfect for creating neat boundaries and adding a […]
Read Article6 November 2024
Removing BlackSpots & Algae from Patios: LTP Blackspot and Algae Remover
Have you ever stepped out into your garden, only to find your once-pristine patio covered in unsightly black spots and slippery algae? You’re not alone. These stubborn stains can ruin the look of any outdoor space, making your paving slabs feel neglected and far from welcoming. Whether you’re preparing for […]
Read Article21 October 2024
Cleaning Indian Sandstone: A Complete Guide to Maintaining and Restoring Your Patio
Whether it’s the warm, earthy tones or its ability to handle the unpredictable British weather, it’s easy to see why Indian sandstone paving is such a popular choice. However, like any outdoor surface, it needs regular care to keep looking its best. Without proper maintenance, dirt, stains, and weathering can […]
Read Article24 August 2023
5 Tips for Installing Garden Edging
Garden edging is a great way to define different areas of your garden. It clearly lays out different levels and sections, prevents weeds from spreading, and adds a touch of class and style. Gardenstone offers many different types of garden edging, so you can choose a design and size that best […]
Read Article15 August 2023
Find More Paving Choices at Westminster Stone
Gardenstone was bought by Westminster Stone in 2019 who specialises in the manufacture and distribution of high-quality handmade paving and flooring products. Suitable for multiple applications; from small home garden patios to listed building renovations and large commercial landscape projects. With a large range of natural stone, porcelain tiles, Mediterranean […]
Read Article21 June 2023
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Build a Raised Garden Planter
Concrete timber sleepers are a durable and versatile material that can be used to build a variety of structures, including raised garden beds. They are resistant to rot, decay, and pests, making them a good choice for long-lasting gardens. In addition, they can be used to create a variety of […]
Read Article