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Discover the benefits of natural stone paving with our expert guide. From Sandstone to Granite, learn how to choose, install, and maintain your perfect garden patio.

This guide is for homeowners, landscapers, trade customers and DIYers choosing porcelain paving for a patio, path, terrace, courtyard or outdoor dining space.

It explains how paving colour affects the feel of a garden, which tones suit different settings, and how to choose between the 2026 porcelain paving ranges.

Moving house? Taking on a new project at home, or are you helping a friend with some moving and decorating? Whether you need tools for DIY, home improvements and even upcycling, we have a defined must-have list for you to start putting together your own toolkit.

In recent times it is becoming more apparent that your outdoor space is an extremely integral part of your home’s overall aesthetics. You may ask why? Beautiful outdoor spaces are a real game changer when it comes to first impressions of your home – you may have guests visiting your home and the first thing they see is the exterior. In this blog, we explore why your outdoor space should now be further up your priority list and how Lawsons, as a supplier, can help you.

When it comes to building your decking, you can choose to work with a number of materials such as timber or composite decking options. The focus of this blog is to explore three key reasons why you should dump traditional timber decking variants and switch to composite decking.

Master your next project with our comprehensive guide to decking essentials, covering everything from UC4-rated structural timber to premium Millboard and Trex finishes. Ensure a professional, long-lasting result with expert advice on the specific tools and corrosion-resistant fixings available at Lawsons.

Learn how to achieve a professional, long-lasting finish with our technical guide on joining railway sleepers for retaining walls, raised beds, and garden edging. From selecting the right structural timber screws to mastering corner lap joints, discover the expert techniques and trade-grade fixings available at Lawsons.

Protect your boundary and support local wildlife with our professional-grade hedgehog gravel boards, designed to prevent fence rot while creating essential "wildlife highways." Discover how these steel-reinforced concrete solutions offer a rot-proof barrier for your timber panels and a vital lifeline for Britain's vulnerable hedgehog population.