The difference between hydraulic and non-hydraulic lime
Lime is a building material that’s been used for centuries. There are two main types of lime: hydraulic and non-hydraulic. The difference between them is the way they set after …
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Stepnell hits major milestones on three southern school schemes
AWARD-WINNING construction partner Stepnell has made significant progress with three of its education projects in the southern region – Gordon’s School, Canford School and The Woodroffe School. The projects, which all include …
Paving the way to a flood-free future
Hard landscaping expert at Scott Parnell Ian Griggs discusses the benefits of using permeable paving to combat flooding. As an island nation, we’re at constant risk of flooding – and …
The benefits of epoxy paint and clear acrylic resins
Specifying the right coating for your premises can often be a difficult decision, says Rizistal UK product manager Alex Holdway. High build epoxy paint coats are two-component pigmented systems suitable …
Rizistal’s Expert Guide For Applying PC100 Paving Joint Compound
UK based manufacturer, Rizistal, is a supplier of industrial and easy-to-use repair and protection products offering a superior Paving Joint Compound for patios. Rizistal PC100 will deliver results for your …
Brett Landscaping wins Best External Product 2018 for GeoCeramica ®
Brett Landscaping has won the ‘Best External Product’ category in the Housebuilder Product Awards 2018. An expert panel of seven judges including Claire Curtis-Thomas, the CEO of the British Board …
Introducing FlexiSet® by SureSet Permeable Paving
SureSet are excited to boost their ever-expanding commercial paving product range. Made from 50% recycled rubber and 50% 6mm natural aggregate and resin, lightweight and flexible, FlexiSet is ideal for …
Marshalls Provide Water Management Solution for Derriford Hospital Interchange
The road outside Derriford Hospital has been widened to allow buses to travel in both directions, helping to reduce congestion outside the main entrance and making bus journeys to and …
Tameside Council goes au naturel at Ashton Market
Charcon, the commercial hard landscaping division of Aggregate Industries, has successfully completed delivery of over 4,000m2 of natural stone to Ashton Market Square in Tameside, Greater Manchester. Part of a …
Updated Gardens & Drives brochure gives landscapers a new secret weapon
Updated and refreshed from top to bottom, Brett Landscaping, one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of high quality aggregate and paving products, have launched their Garden & Drives 2017 …
Why choose resin bound surfacing for residential developments?
Resin bound surfacing has transformed housing developments in recent years throughout the UK. Gone are the days of using block paving or concrete to create functional driveways, paths and garden …
Marshalls Challenges the BS with New Sub-Base Designs
UK hard landscaping manufacturer Marshalls has launched a brand new series of paving sub-base designs aimed at simplifying the design process for its customers. In collaboration with a leading industry …
Paving the way for a luxury car manufacturer with a luxurious eye for detail
Nestled deep within the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of eastern France lies Automation Vénissieux – a huge outlet containing many world leading automotive brands and their showrooms. In May 2016, Jaguar Land …
Chelsea Flower Show – Brewin Dolphin Garden
RonaDeck Resin Bound Surfacing was laid to a floating pathway running through an award winning garden at Chelsea Flower Show 2016. The aggregate selection included crushed glass blends of green, …
Brett Revives Courtyard At National Centre For Circus Arts
Brett Landscaping recently supplied over 700m2 of paving to installers Marshall K Paving Contractors Ltd for installation at the National Centre for Circus Arts in London. The centre, which is based …
Lugano paving from Brett Landscaping completes clubhouse at prestigious Royal Southern Yacht Club
The cool, contemporary lines of the Lugano flag paving from Brett Landscaping have helped to create an impressive yet welcoming exterior to the prestigious Royal Southern Yacht Club in Hamble, …
Brett Landscaping assistance helps to challenge perception of space at Hayes development
A recently constructed retail development in Hayes, West London has had its striking public access area and car park design fulfilled using a combination of high quality paving products, manufactured …
Sutton War Memorial Respectfully Restored Using Natural Solutions From Brett
The expertise of Brett Landscaping in natural stone was instrumental in helping to restore a historical touchstone in time for the World War One centenary commemorations in November 2014. Brett …
Brett Landscaping partners with Ashridge Contractors to deliver aesthetic solution that really performs
Leading paving manufacturer Brett Landscaping has provided materials and design concepts to ensure kerb appeal at a new housing development in Sheffield. Hull-based Ashridge Contractors turned to Brett for assistance …
Leading the way in public realm innovations Marshalls launches commercial new products for 2015
Marshalls has launched a comprehensive new range of products proving it continues to lead the way in public realm innovations, supplying the highest quality materials. The latest products from Marshalls, …
Brett Piatto brings ‘rock hard’ paving to Deaconess House
Aesthetics, product quality and specifier support are amongst the reasons behind the selection of Brett Landscaping to supply its premium Piatto block paving for a prestigious student accommodation development at …
Brett Landscaping provides a ‘natural’paving solution for police training centre
A new training school, developed for West Yorkshire Police in Carr Gate, Wakefield, has recently had its external landscaping completed using UK sourced natural stone, single size Fens Moss Yorkstone …
Dural Expansion Joints specified at Cheltenham Racecourse
Dural UK Ltd recently supplied an order for 160 metres of Speckled Effect Expansion Joints to SureSet UK Ltd for their installation at the Garden Terrace at Cheltenham Racecourse. …
Mobility kerb development project inspires new standard product line for Brett
A specialist mobility kerb that has been installed across regions of South Yorkshire has proven so successful that manufacturer Brett Landscaping, has added the product within its standard paving catalogue, …
Faith in Brett’s bus boarding Kassel kerb continues for progressive Brighton & Hove City Council
Major public transport improvements, designed to span the entire length of Lewes Road in Brighton, have served to underline the confidence of Brighton and Hove City Council in the quality …
Growth in commercial projects highlights versatility of Brett Paving
A number of recent eye-catching, high-profile projects have underlined a change in mentality when it comes to commercial landscape design, according to hard landscaping specialist Brett Landscaping. The company has …
Trief kerbs deliver enhanced safety for major overhaul of Manchester Transport Network
Trief vehicle containment kerbs from Brett Landscaping have been specified to provide protection on bridges as part of Manchester’s major Metrolink project. The proven quality of Trief – the only …
Brett Permeable Paving Expertise Proves Key For Developing a Challenging Site
The experience of Brett Landscaping & Building Products in permeable pavements has played a vital role in ensuring the viability of a high density housing project on a site with …
Good exterior landscaping can add value to new build developments
Brett Landscaping is advising housebuilders to devote attention to the exterior landscaping of new build developments in order to enhance the saleability of ‘turnkey’ projects. According to Andrew Gill, Marketing …
Brett Landscaping assists rebirth of Yorkshire school after fire
The ability of Brett Landscaping to provide high-quality flag paving materials in a cost-effective, value engineered solution has helped a Yorkshire school to rise from the ashes after a devastating …
Enhanced natural stone range at heart of Brett Landscaping’s new garden & drives offering
The centrepiece of the Brett Landscaping product offer for homeowners in 2014 is an enhanced choice of natural stone paving, offering long-lasting, high-quality solutions to suit every budget. The new …
Watford Junction benefits from total Brett solution for paving & bus kerbs
Brett Landscaping has underlined its ability to bring exceptional functionality and aesthetics to commercial landscaping installations with a 15,000m2 project to upgrade the bus interchange at Watford Junction Station. The …
BRETT COMMUNITY GARDEN IS DESIGNED TO UNITE GENERATIONS
A community initiative sponsored by block paving specialists Brett Landscaping has enabled residents and local schoolchildren in the Llandaff North area of Cardiff to join forces to nurture an award-winning …
Engineering depth gives Brett Landscaping the edge in Hull housing project
Leading paving supplier Brett Landscaping has been selected to provide permeable paving for driveways and carriageways across a significant and much anticipated social housing project in Kingston-Upon-Hull – an area …
RonaDeck Resin Bound Surfacing chosen for unique property
The property owner employed BPR Architects to design Downley House as his family home. Downley House was built on the site of old farm buildings set within the newly formed …
GRAMMAR SCHOOL HEAD TAKES DESIGN LEAD FOR BRETT PAVING PROJECT
Brett Landscaping has successfully enabled a Headmaster with a side-line flair for design to pave his own success, by creating and implementing the installation of an impressive 3,000 sq m …
BRETT LANDSCAPING PAVING DESIGN UNITES MEDICAL CENTRE AND SCHOOL
Brett Landscaping has used its creative expertise to produce an aesthetically-pleasing, cost-effective paving design that provides a cohesive identity for a refurbished healthcare and education complex in Surbiton. The new …
BRETT LANDSCAPING SEALS ITS EXCELLENCE AT LONDON 2012
Brett Landscaping supplied a number of paving and kerbing solutions to the London 2012 Games, reinforcing the company’s credentials as a leader in the manufacture and installation of projects combining …
Unique and Sustainable Paving System for WS Atkins
Global design and engineering consultants, WS Atkins are benefitting from a sustainable SUDS-compliant porous paving system as part of a refurbishment of their headquarters in Epsom, Surrey. SUDSCAPE is a …
SUDSCAPE boosts eco credentials of Olympic Village
A unique SUDS-compliant paving system comprised of recycled car tyres is being used to boost the eco-credentials of landscaping provided at the Olympic Village. The SUDSCAPE system is being used …