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Paving

Paving Slabs come in a variety of styles and colours which makes them versatile and perfect for all gardens. We offer singular slabs in a range of sizes as well as contractor packs which are great for larger projects. Paving slabs are low maintenance and make a great focal point. Natural stone paving, concrete paving slabs and porcelain paving are all available online.

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  • Stonemarket 18mm Calibrated Grey Multi 610 x 610 x 18mm

    Stonemarket 18mm Calibrated Grey Multi 610 x 610 x 18mm

    Stonemarket's Marketstone is a hand-dressed ethically sourced natural sandstone with proven durability for external usage in the UK that offers exceptional value for money. Calibrated stone means it is uniform in in thickness which makes life easier when...
  • Stonemarket 18mm Calibrated Grey Multi 915 x 610 x 18mm

    Stonemarket 18mm Calibrated Grey Multi 915 x 610 x 18mm

    Stonemarket's Marketstone is a hand-dressed ethically sourced natural sandstone with proven durability for external usage in the UK that offers exceptional value for money. Calibrated stone means it is uniform in in thickness which makes life easier when...
  • Stonemarket Avenu Smooth Driveway Concrete Block Paving Charcoal 240 x 160 x 50mm (KP3305225) Stonemarket Avenu Smooth Driveway Concrete Block Paving Charcoal 240 x 160 x 50mm (KP3305225)

    Stonemarket Avenu Smooth Driveway Concrete Block Paving Charcoal 240 x 160 x 50mm (KP3305225)

    The sleek, smooth look of Avenu concrete block paving makes it great value for money and an attractive option for your driveway project. Avenu offers maximum versatility and durability which ensures lasting good looks. A co-ordinating kerb is also...
  • Stonemarket Avenu Smooth Driveway Concrete Block Paving Grey 120 x 160 x 50mm (KP3301200) Stonemarket Avenu Smooth Driveway Concrete Block Paving Grey 120 x 160 x 50mm (KP3301200)

    Stonemarket Avenu Smooth Driveway Concrete Block Paving Grey 120 x 160 x 50mm (KP3301200)

    The sleek, smooth look of Avenu concrete block paving makes it great value for money and an attractive option for your driveway project. Avenu offers maximum versatility and durability which ensures lasting good looks. A co-ordinating kerb is also...
  • Stonemarket Avenu Smooth Driveway Concrete Block Paving Grey 160 x 160 x 50mm (KP3301210) Stonemarket Avenu Smooth Driveway Concrete Block Paving Grey 160 x 160 x 50mm (KP3301210)

    Stonemarket Avenu Smooth Driveway Concrete Block Paving Grey 160 x 160 x 50mm (KP3301210)

    The sleek, smooth look of Avenu concrete block paving makes it great value for money and an attractive option for your driveway project. Avenu offers maximum versatility and durability which ensures lasting good looks. A co-ordinating kerb is also...
  • Stonemarket Avenu Smooth Driveway Concrete Block Paving Grey 240 x 160 x 50mm (KP3301220) Stonemarket Avenu Smooth Driveway Concrete Block Paving Grey 240 x 160 x 50mm (KP3301220)

    Stonemarket Avenu Smooth Driveway Concrete Block Paving Grey 240 x 160 x 50mm (KP3301220)

    The sleek, smooth look of Avenu concrete block paving makes it great value for money and an attractive option for your driveway project. Avenu offers maximum versatility and durability which ensures lasting good looks. A co-ordinating kerb is also...
  • Stonemarket Fortuna Porcelain Paving Slab Beige 600 x 600mm Stonemarket Fortuna Porcelain Paving Slab Beige 600 x 600mm

    Stonemarket Fortuna Porcelain Paving Slab Beige 600 x 600mm

    Our Fortuna porcelain outdoor garden tile paving collection resembles a genuine stone look while providing all of the benefits of classic porcelain. Fortuna pavement tiles feature a mild riven texture, making them ideal for outdoor use. They also absorb...
  • Stonemarket Locana Paving Slab Ash 1200 x 600 x 20mm Stonemarket Locana Paving Slab Ash 1200 x 600 x 20mm

    Stonemarket Locana Paving Slab Ash 1200 x 600 x 20mm

    Stonemarket Locana Paving Slab capitalises on the popularity of polished concrete to create an ultramodern, industrial chic appearance. Beautiful and functional and easy to maintain. All applications are possible. Formats in large sizes. Finished in a...
  • Stonemarket Locana Paving Slab Grey 1200 x 600 x 20mm Stonemarket Locana Paving Slab Grey 1200 x 600 x 20mm

    Stonemarket Locana Paving Slab Grey 1200 x 600 x 20mm

    Stonemarket Locana Paving Slab capitalises on the popularity of polished concrete to create an ultramodern, industrial chic appearance. Beautiful and functional and easy to maintain. All applications are possible. Formats in large sizes. Finished in a...
  • Stonemarket Paving Slab Pavedrive Concrete Block Brindle 200 x 100 x 50mm Stonemarket Paving Slab Pavedrive Concrete Block Brindle 200 x 100 x 50mm

    Stonemarket Paving Slab Pavedrive Concrete Block Brindle 200 x 100 x 50mm

    Brindle Pavedrive Paviours are an excellent value, functional block paving. These durable blocks are perfect for areas that will experience heavy traffic, such as a residential driveway. Compliment your Pavedrive Paviour with colour matching Pavekerb...
  • Stonemarket Standard Textured Paving Charcoal 600 x 600mm Stonemarket Standard Textured Paving Charcoal 600 x 600mm

    Stonemarket Standard Textured Paving Charcoal 600 x 600mm

    A utility garden paving choice for situations where cost is a primary factor. It has a riven profile and is suitable for outdoor utility areas, shed bases, or anywhere non-decorative paving is required on a budget.
  • Talasey Anno Lite Buff Porcelain Paving 800 x 800 x 16mm (25.6m2) Talasey Anno Lite Buff Porcelain Paving 800 x 800 x 16mm (25.6m2)

    Talasey Anno Lite Buff Porcelain Paving 800 x 800 x 16mm (25.6m2)

    Buff from Vitripiazza’s Anno Lite range is a delightful warm shade of golden porcelain slabs. These impressive paving slabs are finished with a unique and distinct pattern which combines shades of gold and sand, with flecks of cream that give the...
  • Talasey Anno Lite Grey Porcelain Paving 800 x 800 x 16mm (25.6m2) Talasey Anno Lite Grey Porcelain Paving 800 x 800 x 16mm (25.6m2)

    Talasey Anno Lite Grey Porcelain Paving 800 x 800 x 16mm (25.6m2)

    Grey from Vitripiazza’s Anno Lite range is a contemporary shade of light grey porcelain slabs. These elegant paving slabs are finished with a unique and distinct pattern which combines shades of mid and light grey, with cool undertones that give the...
  • Talasey Anno Lite Pearl Porcelain Paving 800 x 800 x 16mm (25.6m2) Talasey Anno Lite Pearl Porcelain Paving 800 x 800 x 16mm (25.6m2)

    Talasey Anno Lite Pearl Porcelain Paving 800 x 800 x 16mm (25.6m2)

    Pearl from Vitripiazza’s Anno Lite range is a stunning shade of light grey porcelain slabs that are so bright they are almost white. These stunning paving slabs are finished with a unique and distinct pattern which combines shades of white and grey to...
  • Talasey Aragon Porcelain Paving Desert 600 x 600 x 20mm (23.04m2) Talasey Aragon Porcelain Paving Desert 600 x 600 x 20mm (23.04m2)

    Talasey Aragon Porcelain Paving Desert 600 x 600 x 20mm (23.04m2)

    Desert is a warm shade of cream garden slabs from the Vitripiazza Aragon range. The porcelain is finished in a natural, limestone effect with light tones that provide a truly authentic finish. Howarth offer a wide range of paving boards in a variety of...
  • Talasey Aragon Porcelain Paving Smoke 600 x 600 x 20mm (23.04m2) Talasey Aragon Porcelain Paving Smoke 600 x 600 x 20mm (23.04m2)

    Talasey Aragon Porcelain Paving Smoke 600 x 600 x 20mm (23.04m2)

    Smoke is a dark shade of black garden slabs from the Vitripiazza Aragon range. The porcelain is finished in a natural, limestone effect with dark tones that provide a truly authentic finish. Howarth offer a wide range of paving boards in a variety of...
  • Talasey Bellezza Lite Fino Porcelain Paving 600 x 600 x 16mm Talasey Bellezza Lite Fino Porcelain Paving 600 x 600 x 16mm

    Talasey Bellezza Lite Fino Porcelain Paving 600 x 600 x 16mm

    Fino, a selection of Vitripiazza's Bellazza range, is a modern shade of light grey paving slabs. Lightly textured to give a natural stone effect, this porcelain boasts various grey tones to add depth to your paved area. Howarth offer a wide range of...
  • Talasey Bellezza Lite Fino Porcelain Paving 600 x 600 x 16mm (28.08m2) Talasey Bellezza Lite Fino Porcelain Paving 600 x 600 x 16mm (28.08m2)

    Talasey Bellezza Lite Fino Porcelain Paving 600 x 600 x 16mm (28.08m2)

    Fino, a selection of Vitripiazza's Bellazza range, is a modern shade of light grey paving slabs. Lightly textured to give a natural stone effect, this porcelain boasts various grey tones to add depth to your paved area. Howarth offer a wide range of...
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    Talasey Bellezza Lite Fino Porcelain Paving 800 x 800 x 16mm Talasey Bellezza Lite Fino Porcelain Paving 800 x 800 x 16mm
    Special Offer

    Talasey Bellezza Lite Fino Porcelain Paving 800 x 800 x 16mm

    Fino, a selection of Vitripiazza's Bellazza range, is a modern shade of light grey paving slabs. Lightly textured to give a natural stone effect, this porcelain boasts various grey tones to add depth to your paved area. Howarth offer a wide range of...
  • Talasey Bellezza Lite Fino Porcelain Paving 800 x 800 x 16mm (25.6m2) Talasey Bellezza Lite Fino Porcelain Paving 800 x 800 x 16mm (25.6m2)

    Talasey Bellezza Lite Fino Porcelain Paving 800 x 800 x 16mm (25.6m2)

    Fino, a selection of Vitripiazza's Bellazza range, is a modern shade of light grey paving slabs. Lightly textured to give a natural stone effect, this porcelain boasts various grey tones to add depth to your paved area. Howarth offer a wide range of...
  • Special Offer
    Talasey Bellezza Lite Fino Porcelain Paving 900 x 600 x 16mm Talasey Bellezza Lite Fino Porcelain Paving 900 x 600 x 16mm
    Special Offer

    Talasey Bellezza Lite Fino Porcelain Paving 900 x 600 x 16mm

    Fino, a selection of Vitripiazza's Bellazza range, is a modern shade of light grey paving slabs. Lightly textured to give a natural stone effect, this porcelain boasts various grey tones to add depth to your paved area. Howarth offer a wide range of...
  • Talasey Bellezza Lite Fino Porcelain Paving 900 x 600 x 16mm (28.08m2) Talasey Bellezza Lite Fino Porcelain Paving 900 x 600 x 16mm (28.08m2)

    Talasey Bellezza Lite Fino Porcelain Paving 900 x 600 x 16mm (28.08m2)

    Fino, a selection of Vitripiazza's Bellazza range, is a modern shade of light grey paving slabs. Lightly textured to give a natural stone effect, this porcelain boasts various grey tones to add depth to your paved area. Howarth offer a wide range of...
  • Talasey Bellezza Lite Lago Porcelain Paving 600 x 600 x 16mm Talasey Bellezza Lite Lago Porcelain Paving 600 x 600 x 16mm

    Talasey Bellezza Lite Lago Porcelain Paving 600 x 600 x 16mm

    Lago is a deep shade of graphite paving slabs from the Vitripiazza's Bellazza range. Lightly textured to give a natural stone effect, this porcelain boasts various dark tones to add depth to your paved area. Howarth offer a wide range of Paving Slabs in...
  • Talasey Bellezza Lite Lago Porcelain Paving 600 x 600 x 16mm (28.08m2) Talasey Bellezza Lite Lago Porcelain Paving 600 x 600 x 16mm (28.08m2)

    Talasey Bellezza Lite Lago Porcelain Paving 600 x 600 x 16mm (28.08m2)

    Lago is a deep shade of graphite paving slabs from the Vitripiazza's Bellazza range. Lightly textured to give a natural stone effect, this porcelain boasts various dark tones to add depth to your paved area. Howarth offer a wide range of Paving Slabs in...

Paving

Paving Slabs are a popular component in many gardens and outdoor spaces, whether decorative, functional as a sturdy foundation for a shed, or as an area for outdoor activities, getting the right product is important to create a space that suits your tastes and needs.

At Howarth Timber & Building Supplies, we have a variety of high-quality paving options including:

Concrete Paving Slabs
Concrete paving slabs are a man-made paving manufactured from cement, aggregate, sand, and water to create a durable, long lasting slab. Each one has a neat and uniform look.

Natural Stone Paving
Natural stone paving slabs are made from mined or quarried natural stone from around the world, meaning that each paving slab is as unique as nature intended.

Porcelain Paving
Porcelain paving is a luxurious and aesthetically pleasing choice of paving. Not only is porcelain paving attractive, but it is low maintenance, slip resistant, and stain resistant, making it perfect for entertaining in the garden.

Block Paving
Block paving is a decorative way of creating hardstanding from brick-like blocks. It is a popular choice for driveways and paths as it is strong and durable.

Low Maintenance Garden Ideas
Garden paving is a low maintenance landscaping choice, requiring very little upkeep. Simple weeding between the paving slabs, sweeping, and power washing will keep your paving looking fantastic. Decorative patios are an extension of a home. During the summer months, a patio provides space for children to play, for outdoor dining, or entertaining your guests. Therefore, getting the right patio design for your garden is just as important as choosing the right flooring for your kitchen.

Choosing the right paving slabs can be confusing as there are several concrete and natural stone paving slab options available, but here are a few things to consider:

What kind of look are you going for? Think about a paving that will complement the exterior of your home or any external brickwork. You may also wish to consider what materials are commonly used in the area that you live in. At Howarth, we offer a wide range of options including natural stone paving such as sandstone paving, as well as concrete paving including flags, setts, and block paving.

What are you planning to use the area for? If you are paving to create an area for al fresco dining, paving slabs with an even surface will be best for placing a table and chairs on. On the other hand, if you want to create a focal point, you might want to choose paving in interesting colours and/or textures.

Do you want to create a pattern with paving stones? Here are the most popular paving patterns:

  • Stacked: For this design, all the slabs will be square and the same size, laid in a grid formation with straight lines. This is a simple, easy to achieve design.
  • Stretched: Paving slabs are laid end-to-end in what is known as a stretched sequence – a design that is often used in brick walls. This patio pattern can be completed with slabs that are the same size, or by alternating between slabs that are the same length, but have different widths, to create a more striking look.
  • Random: Typically created with slabs of three different dimensions, for example 100 x 100, 50 x 50 and 25 x 25, and mixed together in a pattern that looks random because of the varying slab sizes. Paving project packs from Howarth are perfect for this paving style.
  • Circle: This is one of the more intricate layouts for a patio and is popular amongst gardeners who want their patio to be the main feature, or at least part of it perhaps alongside aggregates such as gravel, pebbles, or regional stones.

View our wide selection of concrete and natural stone paving slabs online or at your local Howarth branch.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you paint paving slabs?
Yes, you can paint paving slabs. If you are interested in a particular colour, we have a wide variety of paving options available in different colours that you can purchase online or in store.
How many paving slabs do I need?
To work out how many paving slabs you will need, we recommend measuring the width and length of the area that you’re looking to pave and multiply the two numbers together. This will then give you your area to pave.
How much does paving cost?
The cost of paving depends on the size of the area. If you’d like to pave up to 40 square metres, it will cost approximately £100 per square metre. 40 to 100 square metres would cost approximately £85 per square metre, and 100+ square metres would cost approximately £75.
Is decking cheaper than paving?
Decking is more affordable than paving, but paving slabs last longer and require little to-no maintenance.
How to remove dry cement from paving slabs.
To remove dry cement from paving slabs, you can use brick acid. But make sure to wear protective clothing like gloves and glasses.
Can you put a shed on paving slabs?
Yes, you can put a shed on top of paving slabs.
How should paving flags be laid?
Natural Stone Paving and Wet Cast Paving are typically set firmly (mortar bed and joints), whereas hydraulically pressed concrete flags can be laid rigidly or flexibly (sand bed and joints).
Can I install flags without a joint or butt-jointed?
No, as whether mounted rigidly or on sand, the flags must always have a joint.
What are the two recommended methods of flag installation?
Flexible (sand) and Rigid (mortar)
Should I seal my block paving?
Marshalls believes that sealing our block paving is unnecessary. This is due to a variety of circumstances, including the fact that sealants must be applied to a clean, dry, and dust-free surface. Sealants may affect the appearance of the units and wear unevenly.
Should I seal my paving?
Marshalls believes that sealing our block paving is unnecessary. This is due to a variety of circumstances, including the fact that sealants must be applied to a clean, dry, and dust-free surface. Sealants may affect the appearance of the units and wear unevenly.
What is the minimum size of cut block I can use?
No smaller than 1/4 or 25% of the original size.
Can I install blocks without a joint or butt-jointed?
No, they must always have a joint.
Can I install block paving around a swimming pool?
Yes, all block paving driveway products are appropriate for use around a pool. However, loss of sand must be considered.
Can I lay blocks over an existing tarmac/concrete?
It is feasible to put block paving over an existing tarmac or concrete basis, but the existing base must be in good shape, with no fractures, breaking apart, or spalling.
How steep of a slope can block paving be laid on?
Simply put, if you can drive up a hill, it can be block paved. However, the steeper the slope, the more probable intermediate restrictions are required.
Can you lay 200x100 blocks in a stretcher bond on a driveway?
Yes, you can.
Is stretcher bond strong enough for a driveway?
Yes, it is.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between concrete and clay block paving?
Aside from the fact that one is made of clay and the other is constructed of concrete, there are other distinctions between the two. Because clay is a natural substance with intrinsic colour, exposure to Ultra Violet light will not affect the brilliance of the colour over time. Concrete, on the other hand, is a pigmented material, and exposure to UV radiation will cause a decline in the intensity of colour over time; however, owing to the amount of time required, this will not be a perceptible change.
Do you sell aggregates and cement?
Yes we do, please take a look at our aggregates page within the gardening and landscaping category.
Which flags are slip resistant?
All of our pavement is slip resistant as long as the units are maintained at the proper intervals to avoid them getting slippy due to surface build-up of dirt, detritus, and algae, for example.
Which flags are suitable to be laid around a swimming pool?
Natural Stone Paving and Pressed Concrete Paving are both acceptable for usage around a swimming pool. Wet Cast units (such as Coach House and Heritage) should be avoided since they will be damaged by chemicals in the pool water, such as chlorine, and will suffer from surface cracking.
Which flags are suitable to be laid on a ramp?
A ramp may be built using any of our pressed concrete paving flags or Natural Stone flags. Also, Barfaced pavement is particularly built for this purpose, with slightly elevated bars on the surface to offer greater traction underfoot.
Which flags do you have with a coarse surface finish?
Domestic – Scoutmoor Rustic, Granite Eclipse, Flamed Narias, Sylvern, Symphony Plank, Argent Coarse, Saxon, Wildwood Commercial – Modal Textured, Conservation Textured, Saxon, Charnwood, Myriad.
Which flags do you have with a smooth surface finish?
Domestic – Scoutmoor Diamond Sawn, Lazaro Marble, Versuro Sawn, Towngate, Symphony Classic, Symphony Urban, Symphony Natural, Symphony Tumbled, Arrento. Argent Smooth, Perfecta Commercial – Modal Smooth, Conservation Smooth, Perfecta, Celestia.
Which flags do you have with a riven surface finish?
Domestic – Chapelgate, Casarta Slate, Antique Alverno, Riven Harena, Limestone Aluri, Organa, Coach House, Heritage, Firedstone, Regent Commercial – a range of commercial paving.
Do you supply samples of your products?
On any of the Marshall product pages, you may request a free sample. Simply click the 'contact us’ button at the bottom of the page and fill out the form for your query. After that, one of our experts will contact you regarding your sample request. You can also contact our customer service team on the number 01472 907051.
Do I need to use a kerb for my patio and/or driveway?
To assist constrain and confine the area, it is usually advised to install some form of edge restraint (kerb), especially in places that will be susceptible to movement and weight, such as driveways.
Should I install the kerbs before or after the blocks/flags are laid?
Before. You need a solid edge restraint to work against.
What type of kerb should I use?
What type of kerb should I use?

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