Block Paving, Driveways and New Patios in Eastbourne |
Design Considerations for Your Surface

Landscaping work is an investment; get it right, and you’ll have a functional, attractive surface that meets your requirements for years to come. At Right Move Contractors Ltd, we make sure every customer gets the best solutions for their needs when installing new patios and new driveways. Here, we explain some of the things we consider to achieve this, and that you should think about for your own project.

For professional patio and driveway installations in Eastbourne and the surrounding areas, please contact our team. We are a specialist patio and driveway company working with block paving, tarmac, gravel, natural stone and porcelain paving.

Here are some key factors to consider when designing your surface:

Intended Use

Will your patio be somewhere you can enjoy a morning tea or coffee, relax in the sun or host parties? Will your driveway house one or multiple vehicles, and how big are these? Think about what you need from your installation before you start designing, as this will influence surface size, shape and material.

New patios can be any size the space allows. Small patios are ideal for creating peaceful, intimate spaces with a bistro set or a few garden chairs. However, if you want to use your garden patio for entertaining, with lots of seating, a large table and a BBQ, you’ll need a larger patio. You might also prefer a low-maintenance, stain-resistant material.

When it comes to new driveways in Eastbourne, our driveway contractors advise customers to design the space around their vehicles. Smaller, low-cost driveway installations are suitable for a hatchback, but if you have a large SUV, van or multiple vehicles, you’ll need to give up more of your garden. You’ll also need a strong material that can withstand the weight.

Also consider the shape; a round, curved or uniquely shaped surface might make it awkward to position rectangular furniture or manoeuvre vehicles.

Appearance

Do you want a traditional, rustic, modern or minimalist design? What’s your existing house and garden style? Our patio and driveway company recommends choosing a material that complements the rest of your property to ensure a pleasant, cohesive design. Explore different materials, colours and finishes to find the best fit. Some options include:

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  Block Paving - rustic, classic and contemporary designs are possible with block pavers.

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  Natural Stone - lots of stone types and colour variations to suit any property. Make sure to check the characteristics of different stones.

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  Porcelain - ideal for creating a sleek, modern patio or driveway.

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  Gravel - classic and natural-looking, with different colours to choose from.

Block pavers and stone slabs can be laid in a wide range of patterns, which can drastically change the look of patio and driveway installations. Find your favourite pattern and ensure your patio or driveway company can recreate it.

Maintenance

When planning new patios and new driveways in the Eastbourne area, we advise customers to consider long-term maintenance requirements. A material might look beautiful, but are you prepared to give it the maintenance it needs to stay looking that way? If you would prefer a lower-maintenance surface, opt for block paving, porcelain or tarmac. Natural stone patios and gravel driveways can also be easy to look after, but they generally require more regular maintenance, and you may need to be more careful when using them. Please speak to our patio and driveway contractors for professional advice.