Jerusalem Grey Italian Porcelain Paving 1000 x 500

Although Dutch Clay pavers are a porous product, meaning they can absorb moisture and dirt, they are colour fast and do not fade over time, so we would not normally recommend sealing, as it would have very limited benefits and unlikely to improve longevity. We would just recommend some annual cleaning to keep them looking at their best.

Dutch Clay Pavers are perfectly suited to all driveway applications, due to their ability to withstand heavy loads. Clay pavers are made from natural riverbed clay, which produces a dense and sturdy brick that can last a full century with ease.

Genuine Dutch Clay pavers are an excellent paving material suitable for a vast range of landscaping installations. These brick pavers have been used for centuries across Europe and have proven to be a versatile and attractive product for both commercial and domestic landscaping applications.

Dutch Clay pavers are known for their durability and can have a life span of over 100 years.

Yes, you will need to leave a gap of between 2-4mm between each of the Clay Pavers, this will help bond the pavers together when compacted.

It is important to seal all natural stone products, especially when being used externally, which is generally the case with Cladding panels. We would recommend using two coats Hydroseal from Universeal, this will help prevent dirt ingress and work as a barrier to protect your stone cladding, which will greatly reduce the maintenance needed to keep your cladding in great condition. 

All Natural Stone Wall Cladding Panels should be installed with a rapid setting, flexible tiles adhesive, that has been formulated for natural stone installation. If your wall cladding is to be installed outside, ensure your adhesive is suitable for exterior applications. We would always recommend using Ultra Tile - ProFlex SP in a colour to match your chosen panels which is available from all NST branches.

With proper maintenance, quality natural stone wall panels can last 20-30 years or more.

In some cases, it is possible to do it on your own, but we personally recommend hiring a

professional for this job.

Consider your desired aesthetic, the existing landscape, and the overall theme of your outdoor

space. Our diverse range ensures you'll find a perfect match for your vision.

Yes, our collection includes outdoor-specific wall cladding panels designed to withstand various

weather conditions, ensuring long-lasting beauty and durability.

Wall cladding involves applying a layer of material to an existing wall for both aesthetic and protective purposes. It adds visual appeal while shielding the surface from external elements.

You can lay travertine paving / outdoor tiles in the same way you would install any natural stone or porcelain products. Basically they should be laid on a full wet bed of mortar over a compacted hardcore base deep enough for the site conditions. For further reading please follow the link to our tech guide:

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We would additionally always recommend using a slurry primer when installing Travertine paving to help bond the slabs and the sub-base together. This will result in a greatly improved installation.

We have branches across the South Coast of England, including Poole in Dorset, Winchester, Tadley, Romsey and Portsmouth in Hampshire. Internal showrooms are available to view in Poole and Portsmouth and external displays are available at Portsmouth, Poole, Winchester and Tadley. 

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It is really a personal choice whether you want to use a membrane under bark chips. This will reduce maintenance by suppressing the weeds further, but you will have future issues on the disposal of these membranes when they reach the end of their useful life. They can also look unsightly quickly after installation especially if you do not have enough bark chips to fully cover and protect this membrane.

Bark chips can last a surprisingly long time as long a good material has been used. If they are well maintained and in sufficient quantity, you could expect them to last anything up to 5 years before starting to breakdown into the soil.

We would always recommend using aggregates of either 14mm or 20mm in size for a domestic driveway, anything larger can be kick up onto cars, which can cause damage to bodywork, and anything small can be difficult to walk on and will get stuck in your shoes or car tyres.

Shingle and Gravel are essentially the same product. A small rounded and angular stone quarried or dredged from the sea and called either shingle or gravel.

As a rule of thumb, you are going to need at least twice the depth of the chipping of gravel size. So, for 20mm chippings you are going to need at least 40mm depth to stop the base material showing through after time. Generally we would recommend going slightly deeper than this to ensure good coverage, but don’t go deeper than needed especially on small shingles / gravel such as 10mm which will be like walking on Brighton beach if used deeper than 40mm.

Using a weed suppressant membrane can greatly reduce the chances of movement under your stone chippings. It will also help reduce maintenance and keep you path or driveway looking better for longer. You must consider the environmental impact of using a plastic membrane in your garden and always consider careful if it's really needed.