How a patio is built
- What goes under a patio in Darlington? Sub-base depth and materials, membranes and bedding, and why the sand and gravel under Blackwell behaves differently from the till under Cockerton.
- Patio levels and the damp-proof course The 150mm rule, air bricks, older houses with no visible damp-proof course, and level thresholds at bi-fold doors.
Planning your project
- The best time of year to lay a patio in Darlington Spring, summer, autumn and winter compared, frost and rain, and how long before you can walk on new slabs.
- Resin or paving for a Darlington patio? Resin-bound surfaces against slabs on looks, drainage, base, upkeep and repairs.
Costs
Our patio prices page sets out what decides the cost. When you are ready, send us your details and we will come out to measure up.