Concrete is an easy material which is why it has a relatively high popularity within the driveway industry however it is also considered a relatively bland way to decorate the exterior of one’s home. Fret not; there are various ways you can improve the look of a concrete driveway and whether you’re looking to adhere…
DetailsWhen the idea of having your driveway redesigned and new one put in its place springs to mind, we automatically tend to think about concrete or pavers as an immediate material choice- however there are actually a whole range of choices available. In this blog, the team here at Stone Made Drives are going to…
DetailsA resin bound driveway falls amongst tarmac and concrete as a different type of driveway material. After laying down stones, pebbles and aggregates, a resin is used to bind together the surface and create a very aesthetic texture. Unfortunately, if the installation of a resin driveway is taking place over more than one day, achieving…
DetailsHere at Stone Made Drives, we are the experts when it comes to all things related to stone. After all, it is the material that we use to create our customers driveways! In this blog, we going to take a deeper look into the industry and tell you some of the different types of stone…
DetailsHaving a patio in your back yard is a very handy space when it comes to summer. In fact, it also means the days of avoiding hosting the neighbourhood barbeque are a thing of the past because a brand new patio has the habit of making you want to invite as many people around as…
DetailsMaintaining your driveway and ensuring that it stays at its best should not be considered a chore. After all, you paid good money in order to receive the driveway that you have and it’s only natural that you should want to care for it. Despite this, day to day requirements can get in the way…
DetailsIf we were to talk technical, it could be argued that the beginning of the driveway dates back to dirt roads and riders on horseback. In fact, before the 1850’s, driveways were not a common thing and the closest homeowners came to one was the dirt tracks that lead people from one location to another.…
DetailsIn a quick summary, you could say that block paving is our expertise here at Stone Made Drives- however we always wonder how much our clients actually know about the art of block paving. Unknown to many, there are actually many different designs and patterns that can be implemented during this type of driveway installation…
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Sometimes a new driveway isn’t what your yard needs and there are plenty of ways to provide your driveway with a little bit of TLC without breaking the bank and splashing out for a complete refurbishment. Here are a few tips and tricks when it comes to improving the look of a driveway… If you…
DetailsIf you have ever hired a professional to complete a job, you will quickly realise that they converse with one another using specialist terms and jargon that goes in one ear and out of the other when you try to understand it. Before you get someone to carry out a service, we always recommend that…
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