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MKM LOOKS AT THE UPCOMING TRENDS IN LANDSCAPING AND URBAN DESIGN
The colder and darker weather might be forcing us temporarily indoors , but many homeowners are already dreaming of the upgrades they ’ ll be making to their gardens next year .
Deborah Cobb , Product Manager at MKM Building Supplies , says : “ For some , a garden upgrade might involve the laying of new paving . Increasingly , homeowners are opting for the stylishness yet durability of porcelain paving . And while 600 x 600mm slabs will remain the core size for this product , a growing number of customers are opting for statement slabs in the 1200 x 600mm category .
“ Something that is making porcelain even more attractive than usual to homeowners is its growing costeffectiveness . Porcelain paving is currently enjoying its best value ever in comparison to other variants , so there has never been a better time for homeowners looking to add some real character to their garden to invest .
“ What ’ s more , the versatility of the product makes it the ideal solution for a whole range of garden setups , with new alternative such as sandstone-effect slabs helping designers achieve the textured effect of sandstone without compromising on the neatness of porcelain . Whilst sandstone itself will remain a strong performing product , having been influenced by the neatness of porcelain , there has been a recent shift towards single sized layouts ; a key consideration for installers as they are typically much easier to lay .
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