The paved garden was surrounded by low red brick walls, topped with fence panels that had become worn and loose and needed replacing. The boys started by removing the paving and dug a trench to build a new, red brick wall for the perimeter of the back of the garden. New fence panels will be added on top of the new wall towards the end of this project.
We brought in about 400 reclaimed, red bricks to construct the new wall, which will match the existing ones. Joe set to work cleaning each brick before it was laid.
George began laying the bricks ensuring the level was correct with the driveway area behind, and the garden ahead. The weather has become much drier over the past couple of weeks, which has made construction a lot easier.
It’s good to watch the progress of jobs such as these. Once the new wall started taking shape and laying the new paving had started from the back of the garden, the boys began to remove the old pavers. Logistics and planning are key, so that you don’t have to walk through mud constantly whilst working.
Autumn Raj sandstone paving was used as the main body of this garden design. The boys paved the whole garden, leaving a gravel strip around the house, which helps protect the damp proof course, as well as some large, garden borders.
This particular sandstone has a lovely, warm hue, and will compliment the red brick walls. Once the patio area was coming together, the boys started to turn their attention to replacing the fence panels. The sandstone paving joins the red brick wall, where a new gate will also be added.
Standard fence panels are being used on the sides of the garden, with composite being used for the back of the property and the gate. We have been lucky on this job, with a large driveway space right next to the garden, giving us room to store materials and waste.
A brown composite fence was chosen with a modern, composite fence topper with an intricate design. The composite gate will be added on whilst the last stage of the garden is completed. Composite products integrate plastic with wood fibres and are durable and long lasting.
Towards the back door, down the side of this space, a timber structure is constructed as the base for a new lean to, that will have a polycarbonate roof; the sheet of which can be seen leaning against the fence. Ready for installation.
The garden gate along with the plants are the last elements to go in. Then it’s time to clean up, remove any waste, tools or materials. The new paving looks great shining under the rain, with the warm colours of the red bricks, fence and patio complimenting each other. Certainly a fantastic transformation for this garden in the heart of Bristol.
