Porcelain
Low maintenance
Dense, stain-resistant and consistent in colour.
Shortlands · Patios & paving
Patios in Shortlands
Paving that stays level.
We lay patios in Shortlands 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.
On larger or sloping Shortlands plots, patios are often built as terraces with steps and retaining walls.
Details from our portfolio
Our latest project in Shortlands
Photos from our kandla grey patio and new lawn in Shortlands (Shortlands BR2). 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 · Shortlands BR2
Kandla grey patio and new lawn in Shortlands
This documented project is in Shortlands. A garden fully dug out through the house for 25m² of Kandla grey paving, topsoil and new rolled turf, for £8,000 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.
Shortlands · BR2
Patios planned around your Shortlands property
We take patios enquiries across Shortlands, including Bromley, Beckenham and Park Langley. Shortlands has large Victorian and interwar houses with generous gardens, some on sloping ground. Our base is in Norbury, SW16, about 5 miles from Shortlands.
Explore our service areasA few useful answers
Patios in Shortlands: 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 Shortlands?
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 Shortlands?
Yes. We work across Shortlands (BR2), including Bromley, Beckenham and Park Langley, and nearby areas such as Bromley and Beckenham. Our base is in Norbury, SW16, about 5 miles from Shortlands.
Let's make a start
Your next chapter
starts in the garden.
Tell us about your patios project in Shortlands. 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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