Porcelain
Low maintenance
Dense, stain-resistant and consistent in colour.
Forest Hill · Patios & paving
Patios in Forest Hill
A patio built for years, not seasons.
We lay patios in Forest Hill in porcelain, Indian sandstone, limestone and other natural stone, on a properly compacted base with falls and drainage planned.
Free site survey · A quote tailored to your garden
Your garden, considered
The base is what you are paying for
A patio's appearance comes from the stone, but its life comes from the base. We dig out to the right depth, lay and compact a sub-base, and set the slabs on a full mortar bed with a fall away from the house.
We help you choose between porcelain, which is hard-wearing and easy to clean, and natural stone such as Indian sandstone or limestone, which has warmth and variation.
In Forest Hill's narrow gardens, a single paving material laid across the full width makes the garden feel wider and more open.
Details from our portfolio
Our latest project in Forest Hill
Photos from our clay brick pavers at the back and side in Forest Hill (Forest Hill SE23). Every photo on this page is from that job.
Materials & possibilities
Choosing your paving
Each material has strengths. We will show you samples.
Falls and drainage
A patio must shed water away from the house, typically with a gentle fall to a lawn, border or drainage channel. Getting this right is why our patios do not puddle or stain.
From first ideas to finishing touches
A clear path to your finished garden.
Survey
Measure, check levels and drainage.
Choose
Select paving, layout and edging.
Build
Dig out, sub-base, laying and pointing.
Finish
Clean, seal if needed and hand over.
Documented project · Forest Hill SE23
Clay brick pavers at the back and side in Forest Hill
This documented project is in Forest Hill. Clay brick pavers at the back and side of a house, with digging and a new base, in five days for £4,500 including VAT. Read the full case study for photos, scope and timings.
Read the full case study: how we built itA complete quote, not a guess
What goes into a patio quote?
Patio prices depend on area, paving type, groundwork and extras such as steps and walls. Real examples from our case studies range from £4,000–£6,000 for curved paving in Wimbledon to £15,000+ for full garden refurbishments with paving, walls and drainage.
Request your free quote- Area & paving
- Size and choice of stone or porcelain.
- Groundwork
- Excavation, sub-base, drainage and waste.
- Extras
- Steps, walls, edging and lighting.
Compare like for like. Check the paving type and area, sub-base depth, bedding method, drainage and waste removal.
Forest Hill · SE23
Patios planned around your Forest Hill property
We take patios enquiries across Forest Hill, including Honor Oak, Sydenham and Horniman Gardens. Forest Hill's Victorian houses sit on hills, so many rear gardens slope and benefit from levels, steps and drainage. Our base is in Norbury, SW16, about 3 miles from Forest Hill.
Explore our service areasA few useful answers
Patios in Forest Hill: your questions
Still deciding? Tell us about your garden and we can talk through the next step.
Read our warranty termsPorcelain or natural stone for a patio in Forest Hill?
Porcelain is the easiest to maintain; natural stone has more character. We show samples so you can compare.
How long does a patio take?
Most patios take three to seven days, depending on size and groundwork.
Do I need planning permission for a patio?
Usually not at the rear. Raised terraces and some front garden paving can need permission.
Will my patio drain properly?
Yes. We set falls away from the house and add drainage where needed.
Do you cover all of Forest Hill?
Yes. We work across Forest Hill (SE23), including Honor Oak, Sydenham and Horniman Gardens, and nearby areas such as Honor Oak and Sydenham. Our base is in Norbury, SW16, about 3 miles from Forest Hill.
Let's make a start
Your next chapter
starts in the garden.
Tell us about your patios project in Forest Hill. 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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