Patios in Hampton
Porcelain, sandstone, granite and concrete patios laid on a proper sub base so they last.
Patios in Hampton have a few specific considerations that I always check before quoting. Inter-war semis are the main housing type, with squarer back gardens around 10 to 14 metres wide. Plenty of side access on most plots, which makes patio and decking jobs simpler than the Teddington terraces. Most of my work in Hampton is around hampton court palace and gardens and the streets either side of it. The other big thing in this part of London is drainage: gardens here are wet for at least four months of the year, so the falls on the patio matter, and the choice of jointing compound matters more than the choice of slab.
Hampton has a different feel from Teddington. More inter-war semis with broad bay windows and longer driveways, more bungalows, and a cluster of bigger detached houses near Hampton Court. The roads are wider and the gardens are squarer. For most Hampton patios I default to a 150mm Type 1 sub base, mortar bed at 50mm, and a 1:80 fall away from the house. That holds up to the wet winters and the loadings of garden furniture and foot traffic. Materials I'm asked for most often around here are Indian sandstone and porcelain.
What I do for every patios job in Hampton
- Lifting and disposal of any existing patio or surface
- Excavation to the correct depth for the chosen material
- Type 1 sub base, compacted in layers
- Slabs bedded individually on a wet mortar mix
- Joints brushed with the appropriate compound
- Falls set so water runs away from the house
- Site cleared and the patio washed down at the end
For a deeper look at how I approach patios, see the main patios page.
Patios in Hampton FAQs
What's the best patio material for a Hampton garden?
Porcelain is the most resilient option for the climate in this part of SW London. Indian sandstone is the next best on value and looks right with most house styles in Hampton. Concrete works on tight budgets and has improved a lot in recent years.
How do you handle drainage for patios in Hampton?
A 1:80 fall away from the house is the standard. If the existing garden has nowhere obvious for the water to go, I'll specify a linear drain along the patio's lowest edge with a soakaway at the end of the run.
How quickly can you start a patios job in Hampton?
Spring and early summer are the busiest months. For larger jobs I usually book six to ten weeks ahead. Smaller patios jobs in Hampton can sometimes fit in within a couple of weeks. The best step is a quick call to check current availability.
Do you cover all of Hampton?
Yes. Hampton (TW12) and the surrounding streets are all within my regular working area. If you're on the edge of Hampton or in a neighbouring area like hampton hill, that's still fine.
Other areas I cover near Hampton
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