Concrete Slabs in Holland Park built for elegant gardens and demanding access. Choose plain, coloured or exposed aggregate finishes, laid reinforced with proper drainage and joints. Crisp edges, level falls, and a premium result that suits W11 and W14 homes.
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From garden seating areas to shed and studio bases, our slabs are poured to stay flat, strong and tidy. We regularly work near Holland Park and around the Design Museum, where outdoor spaces need a refined finish that matches the setting. Whether you want a clean modern pad or a textured surface with grip, we tailor the mix and finish. Every pour includes careful levels, falls and detailing.
Holland Park’s large Victorian houses, mansion conversions and period properties often come with mature gardens, tight side returns and sensitive boundaries. We’re used to protecting stone steps, iron railings and original brickwork while bringing materials through narrow access. If you’re upgrading a courtyard in Kensington or improving a rear garden off Notting Hill, we’ll design the slab layout to complement the architecture. The result looks intentional, not like an afterthought.
We start with a site visit, measure levels, and confirm the intended use so thickness and reinforcement are correct. Sub-base preparation, drainage planning and expansion joints are built in from the outset, then we pour and finish to specification (brushed, power float, exposed aggregate or coloured). You’ll get clear communication, tidy working practices and a schedule that respects neighbours and access. Local homeowners choose us for dependable structure and a finish that stays smart year after year.
Access in W11 and W14 can be limited, with controlled parking and narrow side passages, so we plan deliveries and barrowing routes in advance. Many gardens sit alongside older retaining walls and mature planting, requiring careful excavation and vibration control. We also factor in local surface-water considerations, setting correct falls and drainage details to suit the site. If approvals or restrictions apply, we help you navigate them before work begins.
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Costs vary with access, thickness, reinforcement and finish. As a guide, plain concrete slabs typically start around £90–£140 per m², while coloured concrete, power-float or exposed aggregate finishes often fall between £130–£220 per m². Complex groundwork, spoil removal, drainage channels and tight W11/W14 access can increase costs. We’ll survey, confirm levels and provide a detailed, itemised quote.
Most small bases or patio slabs take 1–3 days including excavation, sub-base and pouring. Larger areas, reinforced slabs, or projects needing drainage runs and multiple pours may take 4–7 days. Curing time matters too: light foot traffic is often possible after 24–48 hours, but heavier loads usually need 7+ days depending on weather and mix. Access constraints in the Holland Park area can also affect timings.
Many garden slabs and patio areas are permitted development, but rules can change if you’re altering front gardens, affecting drainage, or working near listed buildings and conservation areas. In the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, surface-water management is important, and permeable solutions or suitable drainage may be required. We’ll advise on likely requirements, check constraints, and can work with your architect or managing agent where needed.
We provide a 10-year warranty on workmanship for our concrete slabs, covering issues such as failure due to incorrect preparation, poor compaction, inadequate reinforcement, or faulty jointing and falls. Normal wear, accidental damage, or movement caused by external factors (for example, leaking drains or tree-root heave outside the slab footprint) isn’t covered. We also give aftercare guidance to help the finish cure and perform properly.
We offer plain concrete for clean, understated areas, coloured concrete to complement brick and stone, and exposed aggregate for a premium textured look. Finish options include brushed for grip, or power float for a smoother contemporary surface. We can add reinforcement, set expansion joints neatly, and integrate drainage channels or gullies where required. We’ll help you choose based on slip resistance, maintenance, and how it will sit alongside paving, steps or lawn edges in your garden.
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