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... logs for paving An unusual material for paving is wood in the form of sawn logs which , when set on end , provide an interesting pattern of circular shapes . The logs should be cut into 150-200mm ( 6-8in ) lengths and should be left to ...
... logs for paving An unusual material for paving is wood in the form of sawn logs which , when set on end , provide an interesting pattern of circular shapes . The logs should be cut into 150-200mm ( 6-8in ) lengths and should be left to ...
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... logs with more coarse gravel until it is flush with the tops of the logs . By using a range of different size logs , you can keep the gaps between them to a minimum . Looking after your path Paths need looking after if they are to ...
... logs with more coarse gravel until it is flush with the tops of the logs . By using a range of different size logs , you can keep the gaps between them to a minimum . Looking after your path Paths need looking after if they are to ...
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... logs to form risers secured by wooden stakes driven into the ground . Fill in behind the logs with a layer of well - rammed hardcore and then add a 50mm ( 2in ) layer of gravel on top of that to form the tread , which should be slightly ...
... logs to form risers secured by wooden stakes driven into the ground . Fill in behind the logs with a layer of well - rammed hardcore and then add a 50mm ( 2in ) layer of gravel on top of that to form the tread , which should be slightly ...
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