Chislehurst
Brick piers, stone coping and railings
A brick boundary with pale stone coping and pier caps, finished with decorative railing panels.
View Chislehurst projectPATIO MATERIALS
Porcelain patios in Whitstable.
Porcelain offers a consistent, contemporary finish, with different tones and textures to consider. The base, outdoor grip rating, falls and drainage matter as much as the choice of tile.
Planning your porcelain patios
We can discuss the size and shape of the seating area, ground levels, access, edging and how the paving will connect to the rest of the garden. A suitable base and drainage plan are essential for a lasting result.
Ask about samples and ongoing care before choosing the final material. We can visit the site where needed and prepare a no-obligation quote.
Selecting outdoor porcelain
Compare the actual outdoor tile, including its texture and grip specification, rather than an indoor sample or photograph. Large formats create a restrained pattern but need planning around cuts, thresholds and awkward corners. A consistent colour does not remove the need to view samples in daylight.
A sound installation depends on preparation, an appropriate laying system, adhesion, joints and water management. Discuss the specified tile and the manufacturer’s installation instructions with the installer. Keep product cleaning guidance so that later treatments are compatible with the surface.
Your Whitstable site: access and layout
If your project involves a narrow garden linking the house to an outbuilding, start with the practical arrangement rather than the finish alone. Mark the proposed paving footprint with chairs in place. In this layout, check the route around the furniture, the connection to the door and where runoff can go before deciding on slab sizes.
Measure the entrance and any turn beside the house before ordering bulky materials. If the only route crosses an existing terrace, agree protection and deliveries as part of the work rather than after the installation starts.
Questions before you book
What should I send for a quotation?
Send your postcode, approximate dimensions, photographs of the current area and a description of the work. Include access restrictions and any damage or water problems. The installation scope can then be discussed and checked on site where needed.
Planning your porcelain patios project
Can you replace a patio without changing its size?
Yes, the existing outline can be a starting point. The old surface still needs checking for movement, poor drainage and unsuitable levels. Reusing the footprint does not mean the old base should automatically be retained.
How do I decide how large my patio should be?
Measure your table and chairs with room to sit and walk behind them. Include door openings, the route to the rest of the garden and access for cleaning. Marking the outline on the ground helps reveal an awkward layout before work starts.
OUR WORK · KENT
Explore our completed projects across Kent.
St Margaret’s Bay
Composite decking and glass balustrade
Grey composite decking, glass panels, powder-coated steel posts and matching steps.
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Folkestone
Academy entrance landscaping
Timber-topped gabion benches, resin-bonded surfacing, shingle and a boat feature at the academy entrance.
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Canterbury
Rockery stones reused in a ragstone wall
The stones from a customer’s late husband’s rockery kept and reused in a new front wall.
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Canterbury
Tiered garden and paving circles
Retaining walls, shingle infill and riven buff slab circles across connected garden levels.
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Ashford
Timber decking replacement
Before, during and after a timber decking replacement, from the old deck to the finished terrace.
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Borough Green
Complete garden landscaping
1800mm closeboard fencing, softwood sleeper planters, a 450mm buff slab patio and new turf.
View Borough Green projectCanterbury
Patio, artificial grass and steel pergola
Porcelain paving, artificial grass and a custom steel-frame pergola with polycarbonate roof.
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Strood
Porcelain patio and sleeper planters
Grey porcelain paving framed by timber sleeper planters, white decorative stones and planting.
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West Malling
Paving, walls and fencing
Block paving, porcelain patio, brick retaining walls and two styles of timber fencing.
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Ashford
Sandstone patio and sleeper walls
Sandstone paving across two levels, with timber sleeper retaining walls.
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Deal
Patio, composite deck and pergola
A sandstone patio, ash-coloured composite decking, pitched-roof pergola and sleeper planters.
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Sevenoaks
York stone patio and garden walls
75mm thick York stone paving, curved paths, brick walls and Kentish ragstone walls.
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Herne Bay
Garden transformation
Porcelain patio, raised bed, artificial grass and slatted fencing. See the garden before and after.
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Sittingbourne
Garden decking
A broad decking terrace with defined board lines and steps connecting the house to the lawn.
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Deal
Decking and railings
Raised grey decking with black railings, inset steps and a matching handrail.
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COMPLETED PROJECT · CANTERBURY
Patio, artificial grass and steel pergola
Porcelain paving, artificial grass and a custom steel-frame pergola with polycarbonate roof.
This completed Canterbury project illustrates the work shown in the photographs. We can discuss the requirements of your own Whitstable property.
View this project →Choose a laying plan, not just a slab
The format and pattern influence cuts, borders and the appearance of the finished terrace. Sketch the paving against doors and fixed features before ordering. Check where a narrow strip or awkward corner would occur and whether the proposed layout gives a sensible edge to planting or lawn.
A sample should be reviewed outdoors alongside retained materials. Discuss the surface texture, outdoor suitability, joint appearance and required care. Confirm the intended bedding and jointing system with the selected paving. A large format, natural variation or a curved border can change the installation work without changing the measured area.
What the complete Whitstable quotation should cover
Use the same agreed scope when comparing proposals. Confirm the materials and work below the visible finish, together with any retained construction. Ask how exclusions or provisional work will be handled and keep the written specification with the quotation.
- Measured patio, paths, steps and selected paving product
- Removal of existing surfaces and disposal
- Excavation, supporting construction and bedding
- Levels, runoff, access covers and threshold details
- Borders, joints, cuts and any specified treatment
- Labour, access arrangements, VAT and exclusions
Photographs, dimensions and access details help define the work. They can start the discussion, with a visit or further assessment where needed. A quoted total is useful when it is clear what the finished result includes.
From the first enquiry to handover
- Measure usable seating and circulation space with furniture in mind.
- Agree paving, laying pattern and connections to surrounding features.
- Assess ground, prepare support and establish the agreed levels.
- Install the paving, edges and joints using the specified system.
- Allow the materials to become ready for use and follow their cleaning advice.
Agree the programme after the scope and materials are confirmed. Include delivery arrangements, protection of retained features and any periods when the area cannot be used. At handover, confirm how the completed work should be used and cared for, and retain the relevant product details.
START YOUR PROJECT
Tell us what you have in mind in Whitstable.
Share your location, the work you are considering and any useful dimensions. We can discuss the next steps and arrange a visit where needed.