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Irrigation That Works In Every Sense
Water Irrigation, established in 2012 by Stephen Harpin, has seen business grow by 50% during the last four years. The company’s website www.waterirrigation.co.uk has become the first port of call for homeowners and landscaping professionals throughout the UK looking to purchase the highest quality irrigation and garden watering products at the most competitive prices. The company was formed exclusively as an e-commerce business, breaking the industry mould by offering a new and different way to buy irrigation products. Never before had there been a website that focused so much on the quality of the user experience and customer convenience. With…
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4 questions landscapers ask us about natural stone & porcelain
As expert natural stone and porcelain suppliers and masons, we work with landscapers and garden designers to help them create unique and beautiful projects which use the best possible products. Often, we are asked questions around stone and porcelain, and how we can help ensure successful outcomes. We’ve summarised our four most common questions in this article, with some short insights into each. Thickness When it comes to natural stone and porcelain, there are a wide varieties of thickness available in the market, and which is right for which project can depend on a large number of factors. For…
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Dripline check valve technology offers water conservation and consistent irrigation for sloped landscapes
The Rain Bird XFS-CV Dripline irrigation system features a heavy-duty 0.3 bar check valve. This practical and water saving feature makes it suitable for installation in landscapes with slopes as either a sub-surface or on-surface solution. Dripline can, of course, also be used on level gradients. The check valve, with its silicon pressure regulating diaphragm, features in every emitter and keeps the Dripline charged with water in elevation changes of up to three metres. It can therefore be used in installations where other drip irrigation technology will not work. By keeping water in the XFS-CV Dripline at all times, it…
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Five great reasons to choose British Stone
Indigenous British natural stone is in high demand, and why wouldn’t it be? The UK offers a great range and variety of stone which has been used in UK architecture and landscaping for centuries due to its myriad of admirable features. In this article, we go through just some of the reasons we at Stoneworld love working with Great British stone. The weather It’s no secret, the weather in the UK could be more stone-friendly. With frosts in winter and constant variations in temperature and rainfall, the weather can take it out of a hard surface. However, over years of…
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Vigilis Tree Shelters: The Future of Sustainable Forestry
What steps has your company already to made to become more environmentally friendly? Vigilis Tree Shelters are committed to sourcing sustainable materials where possible. It is important to us that our timber products are PEFC and FSC Certified, originating from responsibly managed forests that provide environmental, social and economic benefits. We have also invested heavily in researching and developing our own range of biodegradable Vigilis tree shelters. We have invested over £500k in research and development, laboratory testing over 750 samples for mechanical properties, weathering and biodegradation over a simulated 7-year period. Our commitment to biodegradable tree shelters extends beyond…
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D Turf Care System 1500mm (60”)
The D Turf Care System comes with various interchangeable attachments, from corers, slitters, aerators, sorrel rollers and more. This cost-effective solution allows you to care for your grass in numerous ways, all in one machine. The benefits are most apparent over the rainy seasons, where the improved drainage from the system will keep the mud at bay. The robust frame has a category 1 three point linkage tractor mounting as standard, with other categories supplied upon request. A weight tray is incorporated into the design allowing the option to add up to 250kg of top weight to gain the desired…
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Green Roof Training Day 2023
Our GREEN ROOF Training Days are back for 2023! The next available dates are 1st and 2nd March Need to learn more about Green Roof options, installations and maintenance? Greening up roof space is an obvious quick win to help with improving biodiversity and mitigating climate change. There is so much business potential as UK environmental regulations focus more and more on greening our infrastructure. We’ve teamed up with Living Roofs Academy and Irrigation Engineers Ltd to deliver face-to-face training hosted at our Hampshire HQ. Our Green Roof Training Days are 9:30am to 4:00pm at our Head office and production…
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Caribbean Blinds installs 8-cluster premium pergola to complement renowned London members’ club
If the global pandemic and multiple lockdowns taught us anything, it’s the importance and value of outdoor spaces. All hospitality and commercial establishments had to reconsider the use and functionality of their outdoor areas, and for many, this is still a priority. Having seen the demand for their range of high-quality weather-proof awnings, external blinds and pergolas rise by 161% during the pandemic, Caribbean Blinds is leading the market as it continues on its mission to turn open spaces into year-round revenue creators. In June 2022, Caribbean Blinds installed 8 of its original louvered roof pergola canopies – the Outdoor Living Pod™…
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Why weather-proofing your commercial outdoor space should be a priority in 2023
As the world returns to a sense of normality post-pandemic, a love for the great outdoors and the “staycation” are amongst some of the most prominent new norms for Brits. Since the start of the pandemic, an additional 18,000 restaurants listed ‘outdoor dining’ as part of their offering, however, for establishments to capitalise on the growth of this new-found trend, it’s important to utilise the full potential of any outdoor spaces and secure them for year-round protection. Increase capacity By investing in and monetising outdoor spaces, commercial establishments such as restaurants, bars and hotels can reap the rewards, resulting in…
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7 ways to create a statement garden using natural stone
Over the past 20 years, Stoneworld Oxfordshire have had a hand supplying many ambitious and unique garden design and landscaping projects across the UK. From natural stone paving and porcelain tiles, to decorative sculptures and eye catching pools, Stoneworld have helped solve many challenges faced in creating outstanding gardens. Natural stone offers extensive opportunities to get creative, offering an abundance of varieties, each with their own features such as durability, flexibility and of course overall appearance – in addition to being a lower carbon alternative to many alternatives. With spring just around the corner, and activity starting to come alive…
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ACO Presents: Building Threshold Drainage Series
When creating new gardens and patios or for landscaping over existing spaces, effective drainage must be front of mind. In the final chapter of this four-part series on threshold drainage, Rob Butcher, Design Services Manager at ACO Water Management looks at different ways to connect downpipes to drainage channels. The threshold at the entryway or exit of any property is often a delicate balancing act of function and aesthetic. While an entirely level route from inside the home to the garden has become popular in recent years, the effect comes with inherent complications. The raised patio necessary for a feature…
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ACO Presents: Building Threshold Drainage Series
When creating or refurbishing a garden, patio, or other landscape, the importance of effective drainage must not be forgotten. Part three of this four-part series sees Rob Butcher, Design Service Manager at ACO Water Management examine the key considerations landscapers need to incorporate into their plans when installing threshold drainage. An essential component of any home is the combination of outdoor and indoor spaces, and the current trends in house design clearly highlight this. The concept of having a step-free, level traverse from their inner space onto the patio is one that more and more homeowners are embracing. Due to…
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ACO Presents: Building Threshold Drainage Series
As all landscapers should know, drainage forms a vital part of garden and patio design. In part two of this four-part series, Rob Butcher, Design Services Manager at ACO Water Management discusses how to correctly design gradients for gardens and patios. To recap quickly, more and more, homeowners are looking for a step-free and seamless integration from indoor to outdoor spaces, often seen in open plan designs with bi-fold doors. However, with level access, water can pool at the threshold and the surrounding area if not planned correctly. For this reason, measures must be put in place to transport surface…
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Good Things
At Foxwood we take machinery very seriously. All of our products are manufactured in Europe to a very high standard so you can rest assured that when you purchase a Foxwood chipper you are getting the best machine for your business. Foxwood are set to dominate the compact chipper market due to their ergonomic design, unique features and extreme durability. Our Ethos is “do it once, do it right” we understand that to run a professional business our customers need quality tools that won’t let them down Hand made in Europe by skilled tradesmen, you can feel the quality workmanship,…
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GREEN ROOFING: The Topic of the Future and Immensely Valuable
Sustainability and ecology are becoming increasingly important in modern architecture. At the same time, urban planning solutions are urgently required to counteract the consequences of climate change such as heavy rainfall events and overheating of cities. This means that designers and architects will have to focus even more on roofs and podium decks with regard to rainwater management. It is necessary to increasingly specify blue/green roofs such as the ZinCo system build-up “Stormwater Management Roof”. This system build-up can not only store large volumes of rainwater and release them again over pre determined periods but also reduces the urban heat…
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Win a luxury Christmas hamper by completing the quick Beauxfort survey
Christmas is fast approaching; the streets are beginning to be lit with festive cheer. Why not take a few minutes out of your day to complete the brief Beauxfort survey to enter the prize draw for a Luxury Christmas Hamper. This festive delight will impress your family or host this season. Equally, if you are feeling a little naughty, you can enjoy it all to yourself. To give you a little taste of the delicious holiday treats on offer: A selection of Severn and Wye smoked salmon Hearty handmade cheeses Wessex honey glazed gammon Maxwell & Franks double chocolate cake…
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Re-flow field management at Futurescape 2022
The Re-flow team returned to FutureScape this year, held once more at the ExCeL London. The event celebrated the latest in landscaping innovation, showcasing the newest technology, incredible water features, luscious trees and new technological solutions driving the industry forward. Among these was Re-flow, presenting its field management software for landscaping. Professionals came in droves to the Re-flow stand – among them some familiar faces and some new – drawn in by an impromptu magic trick, Lego minifigure or the opportunity to see the software in action. Among these familiar faces was Re-flow’s long-term client, Tony Benger Landscaping, which has been…
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What is composite decking?
Choosing new decking can be overwhelming, particularly when it comes to deciding which material is most suitable for a specific application. From timber and PVC to wood composite, there are myriad choices now available. However, understanding how each is manufactured and from what, especially composite decking, can be just as confusing as choosing the right option. Here Jessica Brown, digital marketing manager at Ecodek, aims to clarify composite decking. Many people will have a preconceived idea of what a composite material is – made of plastic, unsustainable, harmful to the environment and ugly. However, the reality is quite the opposite.…
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Introducing Millboard Envello Cladding
Millboard Envello Cladding takes its cue from the first-rate attributes of the Millboard decking range. Inspired by the beauty of nature but built to outperform it, the Millboard Envello® cladding range are moulded from selected timbers to look exceptionally like real wood, whilst avoiding the on-going maintenance associated with natural or wood-based products. Available in four beautiful colours and two striking ranges, Millboard introduces you to: Envello Board & Batten Ideal for both contemporary and traditional designs, Board & Batten has a tongue and groove profile that only requires fixings through the tongue, so the fixing is hidden. Envello Shadow…
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Stoneworld to mark innovative new seminar series with unique open day
Stoneworld Oxfordshire has been supplying the landscaping industry with high quality stone and porcelain for more than 20 years. In that time, the onsite workshop has seen constant reinvestment and upgrades, allowing clients to order unique, made to measure solutions for their projects. Now, Stoneworld has created its first ever seminar developed specifically for landscapers and garden designers, and will be holding an all access open day to celebrate. The course has been developed to meet the needs of high-level landscapers and garden designers working with discerning clients, complex specifications and innovative designs. Stoneworld director Rob Parker explains: “We have…
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COSHH Cabinets in a hurry
Anyone who works with Chemicals knows the importance of safe and secure storage. Health and Safety inspectors are also acutely aware of this and are quick to penalise any firm not storing chemicals in line with COSHH regulations. When you need to update your storage cabinets, time is of the essence, which is why First Mats offers COSHH Compliant Chemical Storage Cabinets with five working day lead times. COSHH Compliant Storage Cabinets COSHH is a law regarding the control of substances that are hazardous to health, including safe and secure storage. The HSE provides guidance on appropriate storage, with security…
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Sell canopies & kitchens, make money, have FUN!
From kids camps to canopies with style! Applying an “above patio” sales strategy into their business plan 10 years ago, set Rod and Debs business Garden House Design apart from other traditional landscaping business models. Curating the very best innovative outdoor products has produced a strong product portfolio which is now widely desired by consumers and specified by fellow industry friends. Receiving RHS 5* star awards at Chelsea and Hampton Court for their trade stands, you know you’re in good hands. Building on their experience of sales, design and landscaping backgrounds means the customer journey, whether that be with a…
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Green-tech cast iron grilles add a long-lasting finishing touch at University Campus
Green-tech shares one of the recently projects it was involved in, Scape Mile End Background: Scape is well known for providing exemplary student accommodation, with locations throughout the UK, Ireland and Australia. The new canal side accommodation at Mile End in London is situated on the Queen Mary University campus. Comprising 412 studio rooms and flats over two main blocks, it also offers communal and study areas, as well as a gym and spacious bike storage, an often-overlooked necessity in London. HG Construction have worked on nine previous Scape buildings, with a tenth at Leeds under construction. The emphasis on…
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Marketing tactics to boost your landscaping business
As a landscaper with a business, no doubt you know that the costs of sourcing the materials you need and paying the overheads can be high. At first glance, marketing may seem like an additional expense, but if done well, marketing should bring the results to pay itself back. Before you get started with your marketing strategy, make sure you are kitted out with all the specialised landscaping tools you need, such as hand saws and a leaf blower. By being prepared, you can put your best foot forward. The importance of a marketing strategy Marketing is a key way…
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Tickets for the BALI National Landscape Awards are on sale!
The 46th National Landscape Awards will once again be held at the iconic JW Marriott Grosvenor House Hotel, Park Lane, London on Friday 2 December 2022 and this year hosted by actor and writer Ralf Little. Join the industry to celebrate this year’s National Award winners, who were announced on the 6 September, and be among the first to find out who goes on to win the Principal Award in each category, Special Awards and of course, the coveted Grand Award. As always, demand for tickets will be high, ensure you visit baliawards.co.uk to confirm your place at the largest…
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