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6 Tips for Improving Drainage

Soon we’ll have to contend with frost, snow, deluges of winter rain and ice patches; you’ll find that your exterior spaces will be exposed to greater amounts of moisture which won’t readily evaporate. Increasing drainage levels around the exterior of your property helps to prevent damp issues and flooding.

23 Nov
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We’re Your Local Garden Centre

Having access to a local garden centre shouldn’t be perceived as a luxury. Would you consider travelling several miles, perhaps from Hare Hatch to Guildford or Tadley to Bristol for interior furnishing and design products? You could, but that would be a labour and time intensive chore.

16 Nov
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Possibilities of Porcelain

 

Modernising your outdoor space with a few hours of work can transform the way you feel about its aesthetic and functional capabilities. Porcelain is a fantastic material to work with in.

 

09 Nov
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Two Stories of How We Have Helped Customers

Think of us as a one stop shop for your commercial or domestic project; from turf and topsoil to sand and gravel and an array of paving slabs opportunities, our friendly team will help you fall back in love with your exterior space.

26 Oct
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3 Reasons Why You May Need Sand

Rivar Sand and Gravel is your local sand expert. We have every type of sand that you need: Play sand, building sand, sharp sand and kiln dried sand. We know which will work well with your plans and installations, and as you’ve come to expect from us, our prices and product quality are unbeatable.

19 Oct
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How do you keep your paving looking good?

What is the best way of keeping your paving looking clean and fresh? We tell you how.

17 Oct