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Sydenham · Crazy paving
Crazy Paving in Sydenham
Old charm, new base.
We lay and restore crazy paving in Sydenham, using irregular natural stone for patios and paths, on a solid base with neat, durable pointing.
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Your garden, considered
Crazy paving done properly
Crazy paving uses irregular pieces of natural stone fitted together like a jigsaw. Done well, it gives a relaxed, characterful finish that suits cottage gardens and period homes.
Each piece is cut and fitted by hand on a full mortar bed, with joints kept consistent and pointed so weeds and water stay out.
Crazy paving suits the period character of many Sydenham homes, especially for paths and small patios.
Details from our portfolio
Natural stone paving from our projects
A selection from our crazy paving portfolio. These photographs show our work across south London and Surrey; they are not all Sydenham projects.
Materials & possibilities
Crazy paving options
Stone choice changes the look completely.
The joints matter most
Wide or crumbling joints are where crazy paving fails. We keep joints even and use a strong pointing mix so the surface stays solid and weed-free.
From first ideas to finishing touches
A clear path to your finished garden.
Survey
Check the area, base and drainage.
Select stone
Choose stone type and colour.
Lay
Base, bedding and hand-fitting.
Point
Joints filled and cleaned.
Documented project · Forest Hill SE23
105m² porcelain patio in Forest Hill
This documented project in Forest Hill SE23 is about 1 mile from Sydenham. 105m² of London Stone porcelain laid around a house after a full mini-digger dig-out, on new bases set to an exact 1:60 fall, with French drains all along the house, in two weeks for £23,850 including VAT. Read the full case study for photos, scope and timings.
Read the case studyA complete quote, not a guess
What affects the cost of crazy paving?
Crazy paving takes longer to lay than regular slabs because every piece is fitted by hand. The price depends on area, stone type and base preparation.
Request your free quote- Area
- Size of patio or path.
- Stone
- Type and thickness.
- Base
- Excavation, sub-base and drainage.
Compare like for like. Check the stone type, base depth, pointing method and waste removal.
Sydenham · SE26
Crazy Paving planned around your Sydenham property
We take crazy paving enquiries across Sydenham, including Sydenham Hill, Forest Hill and Bell Green. Sydenham's Victorian houses sit on the slopes below Sydenham Hill, so many rear gardens fall away and need levelling. Our base is in Norbury, SW16, about 3 miles from Sydenham.
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Crazy Paving in Sydenham: your questions
Still deciding? Tell us about your garden and we can talk through the next step.
Read our warranty termsCan you repair existing crazy paving in Sydenham?
Yes. We re-bed loose stones and re-point joints where the base is sound.
Is crazy paving slippery?
Riven stone has good grip. Regular cleaning helps keep it safe.
Does crazy paving cost more than slabs?
Labour is higher because each piece is fitted by hand.
How long does it last?
With a proper base and pointing, many decades.
Do you cover all of Sydenham?
Yes. We work across Sydenham (SE26), including Sydenham Hill, Forest Hill and Bell Green, and nearby areas such as Forest Hill and Crystal Palace. Our base is in Norbury, SW16, about 3 miles from Sydenham.
Let's make a start
Your next chapter
starts in the garden.
Tell us about your crazy paving project in Sydenham. We will get in touch to discuss your ideas and the next step towards a site survey.
020 3633 5529 info@finelandscape.co.ukFine Landscaping
31 Tylecroft Road, Norbury, London SW16 4BL
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