Do you dream of throwing the best garden party ever? Are you looking for inspiration and advice on how to design a perfect outdoor entertaining space? Look no further! In this article, we’ve got all the tips and tricks to turn your backyard into an amazing place for social gatherings. From selecting furniture pieces to choosing the right plants, get ready to plan out your ideal entertaining paradise. The possibilities are endless when it comes to creating a beautiful setting that will make your guests feel welcome and comfortable. So let’s dive in and start crafting your very own outdoor oas ..read more

The Basics In your driveway maintenance toolbox, you’ll want sawdust or kitty litter; these are an excellent absorbent and can help clear away oil spills.  The next thing you’ll need is a quality scrub brush, washing powder and dishwashing detergent to help clean away some stubborn stains. Then you’ll need a gallon-sized bucket, a hosepipe and an outdoor broom for some general driveway maintenance. If you do have to use a shovel, then a plastic shovel is best for uneven surfaces to reduce the chance of damaging your driveway. Either push snow aside and shovel that off or remove snow a f ..read more

As a full-service professional landscaping team, we often speak with clients who have a key set of priorities – perhaps they need a step-free, durable path from a driveway to a rear door or want a functional garden that they can use year-round with a low-maintenance patio or deck for entertaining and dining. The integral aspect of any garden design or landscaping project is to combine beauty, colour and ambience with efficiency and practicality, creating dream garden spaces that deliver, perform and add value and style to your home. Here the landscaping experts at Cotswold Paving and Landscap ..read more

Most homeowners, given the option, would prefer a natural, thick, deep green lawn, with springy, soft grass that grows beautifully, requires little in the way of maintenance, and provides the perfect space for children and pets to play. The reality is that there are countless scenarios when a real grass lawn isn’t viable – we’ll explain some of these many circumstances shortly. It is also important to clarify that there is a world of difference between cheap artificial grass and a professional, high-quality artificial turf lawn! If you’re unsure whether your lawn is salvageable or is destined ..read more

Hiring a talented garden designer is a fantastic way to reimagine the way you use your outdoor space. A high-quality, sustainable and long-lasting landscaping scheme can add value to your home and ensure gardens, patios, walkways, water features, and planting look incredible throughout the seasons. Landscapers approach each project individually, learning about your ideas and aspirations and paying close attention to aspects such as your budget, ability to keep up with garden maintenance, and whether you have children, pets or mobility concerns that may dictate the design features we suggest ..read more

A beautifully landscaped patio is an attractive addition to any backyard and an excellent way to create separate, dedicated areas for dining, entertaining and relaxing – allowing kids to play on your lawn freely or providing space for you to enjoy a warm coffee on a summer morning without navigating dewy grass. Zoned gardens are hugely popular with homeowners since they provide a seamless way to develop a garden design that works for you, with practical seating interspersed with planting or alfresco dining areas positioned strategically close to trees to ensure the area remains cool and shady ..read more

With climate change concerns and a growing emphasis on sustainability, more homeowners are seeking eco-friendly garden landscaping ideas for their outdoor spaces. Creating a sustainable garden can be both stylish and functional, providing a beautiful oasis that supports the environment and local wildlife. Cotswolds Paving and Landscaping, a family-run landscaping business with a combined experience of 28 years, has been providing first-class paving, landscaping and new driveways, plus synthetic grass installation to homes throughout the Cotswolds, Gloucestershire, and surrounding counties. In ..read more

Are you a homeowner with limited outdoor space, but dreaming of creating an inviting patio in your garden? You’re not alone! Many homeowners face this same challenge. But don’t worry – it’s possible to create a stylish and functional outdoor space even if you have very little area. We’ve compiled the top 10 patio design ideas for small gardens that will inspire and guide you as you plan your own mini oasis. Defining The Space For Small Gardens When it comes to creating a stylish and functional outdoor space in a small garden area, the first step is defining the space. This means taking into ..read more

Have you been thinking lately about giving your garden a complete makeover or adopting landscape designs for beautifying your space? You have landed on the right page as it covers the latest garden design trends popular amongst clients worldwide. Many people depend on landscapers to add more interesting features to their gardens or courtyards in commercial or domestic projects. However, not every business or property owner has awareness of the latest design ideas for landscapes or gardens. To discuss a few gardening tips while incorporating different elements of the modern landscape, this pos ..read more