How to Lay Porcelain Paving

Installing paving in your patio or driveway can be a daunting task, especially if you're new to landscaping. Achieving a flawless finish requires precision, the right materials, and proper technique. That’s why we strongly recommend hiring an experienced professional to ensure your patio is expertly laid and built to last.

There are several methods for laying paving slabs, with a common approach involving a sub-base of scalpings combined with building sand or washed grit. Cement is often added to enhance strength and stability.

To complete your paving project, Stone Zone offers premium jointing compounds to achieve a clean, durable finish. We recommend Azpects Easy Joint Select and VillaFix Porcelain Grout—both ideal for professionals and DIY enthusiasts alike.

For those envisioning a charming stone path winding through the garden, our 'Patio' range is the perfect choice. These slabs are easy to install and can even be laid directly onto the ground with minimal effort.

Prefer a raised solution? Our pedestal and easy grid systems offer an excellent alternative, allowing for quick installation with added flexibility and drainage.

Why is Porcelain Paving so Popular?

Porcelain paving has become a top choice for modern landscaping—and for good reason. It offers a compelling combination of style, durability, and practicality that makes it suitable for a wide range of outdoor spaces. Here's why it's such a popular option:

1. Wide Range of Colours and Finishes
Porcelain paving comes in an extensive selection of colours, patterns, and textures. Whether you’re aiming for a sleek, contemporary look or a more rustic aesthetic, there’s a design to suit every taste and outdoor setting.

2. Exceptional Durability
Engineered for strength, porcelain is highly resistant to wear and tear. It stands up well to heavy foot traffic, making it a reliable choice for patios, paths, and driveways that see frequent use.

3. Low Maintenance
Porcelain paving requires minimal upkeep. It's resistant to staining, moss, and mould, and doesn’t need sealing. A quick clean with water and a mild detergent is usually enough to maintain its fresh appearance.

4. Weather Resistance
Thanks to its non-porous surface, porcelain is resistant to moisture and frost damage. It also holds up well against UV rays and heavy rain, ensuring long-lasting performance in all seasons.

5. Consistent Appearance
Unlike natural stone, porcelain offers uniform colour and texture across all slabs. This consistency allows for a clean, cohesive finish that enhances the visual appeal of your outdoor space.

6. Slip Resistance
Many porcelain options feature a textured surface with a high slip-resistance rating, making them a safe choice for areas prone to moisture, such as pool surrounds or outdoor dining spaces.

7. Environmentally Friendly
Made from natural raw materials and fully recyclable, porcelain is a sustainable option. Its long lifespan and low maintenance requirements further reduce its environmental impact.

8. Aesthetic Versatility
Porcelain can replicate the look of natural stone, wood, or concrete, giving you a luxurious appearance without the maintenance hassles or high cost of natural materials.

9. Easy Installation
Manufactured to precise dimensions, porcelain slabs are uniform in size and thickness. This simplifies installation and helps reduce labour time and costs compared to more irregular natural materials.

Together, these features make porcelain paving a smart, stylish, and sustainable choice for any outdoor renovation or landscaping project.

Buy With Confidence

• Our paving can be purchased in quantities of 5 square metres.
• Please enter the amount of 5 sqm you need (for example 20sqm would be 4 x 5sqm). 
• All of our paving comes in crates that can be easily placed into a van or a garden using a hi-ab lorry.
• You can choose a free collection from one of our Depots or fuss-free, home delivery.

A Service You Can Rely On

• Our friendly and reliable service offers prompt delivery to any area in the UK
• Stone Zone is a family-owned business that has been well-established since 1998
• Our seasoned customer advisors can help you with your purchase or questions.
• We pride ourselves on offering a range of affordable garden supplies 

Sample slabs are available in-store, please ask a customer advisor.