The Painted Gardener

04/06/2026

✨ Another Garden, Completely Transformed! ✨

From tired, uneven concrete and a patchy area of grass to a stunning Indian sandstone patio that completely changes the look and feel of the space. Swipe through the photos to see the transformation! 👀

For this project we:

✅ Removed the old concrete and turf
✅ Excavated and prepared the area to the correct levels
✅ Installed a solid sub-base for long-term durability
✅ Added sleeper edging to create clean, defined borders
✅ Laid premium Raj Blend Indian sandstone in a mixed-size pattern
✅ Finished with neat pointing for a professional finish

The difference between the before and after is incredible. What was once an awkward and dated area is now a seamless outdoor space that feels bigger, brighter and far more welcoming.

A project like this isn’t just about laying slabs. The real skill is in the preparation, accurate levels, drainage, precise cuts and attention to detail that ensure the patio not only looks fantastic on day one but continues to perform for years to come.

The varied colours and natural tones of the sandstone create a timeless finish, while the crisp edges and perfectly laid pattern give the whole garden a clean, professional appearance that complements the property beautifully.

We take pride in transforming outdoor spaces into areas our customers can truly enjoy and this customer was an absolute joy to work for.

Thinking about upgrading your patio or garden? Get in touch for a free quote and let’s bring your dreams to reality.

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@ www.thepaintedgardener.co.uk
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31/05/2026

Okaaaaay, I’ve been too quiet recently and I have loads a of completed jobs to show off! The question is, what job do you want me to post next? 🤔 I have the following

A - a composite decking job complete with balustrades
B - a perfect little fake turf job
C - 50m2 of Raj Blend Indian Sandstone

Enter your answer in the comments and I’ll show off the job with the most votes 😊

04/05/2026

✨ Clean lines make all the difference ✨

This project shows exactly how the right combination of materials can completely transform a garden. What started as an uneven, messy and unstructured space is now a sharp, modern outdoor area with a high-end, professional finish.

The real standout here is how clean and defined everything looks 👇

🪵 The sleeper wall creates strong, straight lines and clear levels, giving the garden structure and depth.
🪟 The composite decking provides a sleek, low-maintenance seating area with a smooth, uniform finish.
⬜️ The porcelain slabs tie it all together with a crisp, bright surface that instantly lifts the space.

🛠️ Skills used on this project:
• Full ground preparation and excavation
• Building and levelling sleeper retaining walls
• Installing composite decking with seamless edges
• Precision laying of porcelain slabs
• Accurate cuts and alignment for sharp, consistent lines
• Attention to detail across all transitions and finishes

The difference is night and day. Instead of a rough, uneven garden, this is now a clean, structured and professional-looking space that’s perfect for relaxing and entertaining. Every line is straight, every level is intentional — and that’s what gives it that premium feel.

If you want your garden to look this clean and modern, please get in touch.

📧 [email protected]
@ www.thepaintedgardener.co.uk
📞 07763744920

06/04/2026

🔥 Full Garden Transformation 🔥

This garden has been completely transformed from a patchy, worn lawn with limited usable space into a large, modern porcelain patio with a dedicated seating area — creating a clean, practical and high-end outdoor living space.

The original area looked uneven and tired, with no real structure. Now, the space is level, sleek and professionally finished, instantly making the garden feel bigger, brighter and far more usable.

🛠️ Skills used on this project:
• Removal of existing lawn and ground preparation
• Excavation and installation of a solid sub-base
• Levelling and grading for correct drainage
• Installing retaining edges and step detail
• Precision laying of large-format porcelain slabs
• Accurate cuts for clean lines and symmetry
• Professional jointing for a seamless finish
• Creating a dedicated seating area with composite decking ready for pergola installation

The difference is night and day. What was once muddy, uneven and impractical is now a sharp, modern outdoor space perfect for relaxing and entertaining. The straight lines, consistent joints and smooth finish give this garden a premium, professional look compared to the original lawn.

If you’re thinking of upgrading your garden, message The Painted Gardener today and let’s create your perfect outdoor space.

📩 [email protected]
@ www.thepaintedgardener.co.uk
📞 07763744920

22/02/2026

🔥 NEW PORCELAIN PATIO 🔥

What a transformation on this garden patio area!

The space started off uneven, unsafe, tired, and covered in loose gravel with no real structure or usable seating area. After a full professional installation, it’s now a clean, modern, safe and highly usable outdoor space finished with stunning porcelain slabs.

🛠️ Skills used on this project:
• Full ground preparation and excavation
• Levelling and creating a solid sub-base
• Installing edging restraints for long-term stability
• Precision laying of large porcelain slabs
• Hand rail installation
• Accurate spacing, cutting, and alignment
• Professional jointing and finishing touches

The difference is huge — what was once a messy, impractical surface is now a sleek, level, and high-end patio that completely lifts the look of the garden and creates a space the customer can properly enjoy.

This is the impact that comes from proper groundwork, attention to detail, and professional installation.

If you’re thinking about upgrading your outdoor space, message The Painted Gardener today for a free quote and let’s bring your vision to life.

📄 www.thepaintedgardener.co.uk
📧 [email protected]
📞 07763744920

05/02/2026

🌧️ ☔️ 🌧️ ☔️ 🌧️☔️🌧️☔️🌧️☔️🌧️☔️🌧️☔️🌧️

Typically, Monday - Wednesday it was dry and I was decorating and as soon as I’m meant to be outside it rains! 😢

So, today is an admin day (YAY!) 😑 I’ll be doing paper work, with a coffee and a bacon roll 😋 and catching up with a few bits.

If anyone wants to call or email regarding any work I’ll be by my phone for the majority of the day.

Thank you ☺️

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28/01/2026

This weeks job list for us all:

Gutter clearing ✅
Garden clearance ✅
Gate installation ✅
Jet washing ✅
2 flat pack wardrobes for assemble ✅
Fence post replacement ✅
Start of new paint job ✅

😥 let’s see how much we get done starting from today! 💪🏼

27/01/2026

27/01/2026

🌟 🌟 GARDEN LANDSCAPE! 🌟 🌟

That’s the first job of 2026 completed ✔️

We had a 3 tier garden to give a make over to. The top section needed to have the grass stripped out, foundations put in and filled with concrete so the customer can extend his shed.

The middle tier was gravel. That needed removing, levelling and artificial grass installing.

The bottom tier had been left as a hardcore base from a previous landscaper but was at the wrong hight. We stripped out the old hardcore and replace with new to the correct level a fitted Indian Sandstone.

We then stripped out the grass at the front of the house and replaced it with Derbyshire Peakstone.

Job done with another happy customer!


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14/01/2026

⭐️ ⭐️ NEW TURF! ⭐️ ⭐️

🌱 Before ➡️ After Lawn Transformation 🌱

This garden has had a complete lawn upgrade.
What was previously patchy, worn and uneven has been transformed into a fresh, level lawn with an instant, professional finish using high-quality rolls of turf.

🛠️ Skills used on this project:
• Ground preparation and soil conditioning
• Levelling and grading for a smooth, even surface
• Supplying and laying fresh turf rolls
• Precision cutting and shaping for clean edges
• Professional installation for strong turf establishment

The improvement is immediate. The new lawn looks neat, uniform and professionally installed, completely changing the look of the garden and giving the client an outdoor space they can enjoy straight away — no waiting for seed to grow, just instant results.

If your lawn is tired and you want a proper transformation done right, please get in touch.

📩 Message us today for a free quote and let’s refresh your garden 🌿

📞 07763744920
📧 [email protected]