Patios in New Malden
Porcelain, sandstone, granite and concrete patios laid on a proper sub base so they last.
Patios in New Malden have a few specific considerations that I always check before quoting. Inter-war semis with rear gardens often 15 to 20 metres deep and 10 metres wide. Most have side access, which simplifies bulk material handling. Most of my work in New Malden is around new malden high street 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.
New Malden is solidly suburban, with broad streets, inter-war semis, and a strong family feel. Many gardens here are larger than the average for SW London and lend themselves to bigger lawns and proper entertaining patios. For most New Malden 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 New Malden
- 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 New Malden FAQs
What's the best patio material for a New Malden 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 New Malden. Concrete works on tight budgets and has improved a lot in recent years.
How do you handle drainage for patios in New Malden?
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 New Malden?
Spring and early summer are the busiest months. For larger jobs I usually book six to ten weeks ahead. Smaller patios jobs in New Malden 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 New Malden?
Yes. New Malden (KT3) and the surrounding streets are all within my regular working area. If you're on the edge of New Malden or in a neighbouring area like surbiton, that's still fine.
Other areas I cover near New Malden
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