Laying patterns
Herringbone interlocks in two directions, so it is the usual choice where cars turn and brake. Stretcher bond and basketweave suit paths and patios.
- 45° herringbone
- 90° herringbone
- Stretcher bond
- Basketweave
Southend-on-Sea & Essex
Block paving in Southend-on-Sea
Lawn Bros lays block paving for driveways, paths and patios across Southend-on-Sea and nearby Essex towns. Colour, laying pattern and edge detail are chosen around the property, and the job starts with the ground underneath.
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- Based in Southend-on-Sea
- 12+ years in hard landscaping
- Enquiries seven days a week
What's included
Block paving, done properly.
Every job is planned around the property: material, colour, laying pattern and edge detail are discussed with you, then the work is built carefully and the site is cleaned up at the end.
- Block-paved driveways, paths and patio areas
- New layouts and extensions to existing paving
- Soldier-course, contrasting or granite sett borders
- Ground preparation and finishing details
- Cleaning, re-sanding and sealing of existing block paving
Recent work
Lawn Bros projects.
Options
Materials, colours and layouts.
Colours
Blocks vary slightly from batch to batch, so physical samples are worth seeing in daylight before you decide.
- Charcoal
- Brindle
- Buff
- Burnt red
- Silver grey
- Autumn mix
Edges and borders
A border frames the paving and holds the edge blocks in place.
- Matching border
- Charcoal border
- Granite sett border
Colours on screen are approximate. Physical samples can be brought when the job is discussed, and suitability is confirmed on site.
Worth knowing
Things to think about first.
What's underneath decides how long it lasts
Block paving relies on a compacted sub-base, a sand laying course and firm edge restraints. How deep the build-up needs to be depends on the ground and on whether vehicles will use it, which is why it is assessed on site.
Front gardens and planning
In England, paving more than 5 m² of a front garden with a surface that water can't soak through normally needs planning permission, unless the water drains to a lawn, border or soakaway. Permeable block paving is one way to stay within the rules. The Planning Portal has the current guidance.
Getting onto the road
If a new driveway needs a dropped kerb, that is approved and arranged through the local council, so it's worth checking before work is planned.
What happens next
From your first idea to your finished outdoor space.
- Tell us about your projectSend us a few details and photos of the space you'd like to transform, or call.
- Let's discuss your ideasWe'll review your enquiry and talk through your requirements.
- Plan the workWhere needed, we'll assess the space, discuss materials and prepare a quotation.
- Bring your vision to lifeOnce everything is agreed, we'll help bring your outdoor project to life.
Questions
Block paving: common questions.
Anything else? Call 07309 765719. Enquiries are welcome seven days a week.
Which block paving pattern is best for a driveway?
Herringbone, at 45° or 90°, is the usual choice for driveways because the blocks interlock in both directions and resist movement where cars turn. Stretcher bond and basketweave are often used for paths and patios.
Can block paving be laid in different colours?
Yes. Common colours include charcoal, brindle, buff, burnt red, silver grey and autumn mix, and a contrasting border can frame the main area. Physical samples can be brought when the job is discussed.
Do I need planning permission to block pave my front garden?
In England you normally need permission to cover more than 5 m² of a front garden with an impermeable surface that doesn't drain to a lawn, border or soakaway. Permeable paving or a suitable drainage route usually avoids this. Check the Planning Portal or your council for your property.
Can you clean and re-sand old block paving?
Yes. Existing block paving can be deep cleaned, re-sanded and sealed. See the cleaning and sealing page for details.
Where
Areas covered.
Lawn Bros is based in Southend-on-Sea and regularly works in these areas. Elsewhere in Essex, call to check availability.
- Southend-on-Sea
- Southchurch
- Thorpe Bay
- Leigh-on-Sea
- Westcliff-on-Sea
- Rochford
- Hockley
- Rayleigh
- Wider Essex by arrangement
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Send a few photos of your space for a quote, call Lawn Bros, or plan it to scale first.