{"id":9698,"date":"2019-04-30T15:41:58","date_gmt":"2019-04-30T14:41:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/?p=9698"},"modified":"2025-11-27T11:31:17","modified_gmt":"2025-11-27T11:31:17","slug":"garden-furniture-inspiration","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/blog\/garden-furniture-inspiration\/","title":{"rendered":"Garden Furniture Inspiration"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In recent years there has been a definite shift in the style of outdoor living. Patio furniture is sumptuous and more akin to living room furniture. Instead of a foldable, rickety deckchair, your BBQ guests will expect to see a sofa and some armchairs!\u00a0 See some of our tips below on transforming your outdoor space with paving, walling and furniture!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h2>Its all about the Egg Chair<\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For designer chic seating, you may desire a suspended \u2018egg\u2019 seat. The feeling is of a real living room outside.\u00a0 To create an enclosed outdoor room, raised beds constructed from<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/retaining-walls\/\"> Secura retaining walls<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/walling-masonry\/garden-stone\/\">Garden Stone walling<\/a> would work well.\u00a0 A popular look for furniture is of wicker in grey, beige or similar muted, natural tones.\u00a0 A good match for this for the patio surface would be <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/block-paving\/tegula\/\">Tegula<\/a> block paving in grey tones with a charcoal border.\u00a0 This could be used to create an enclosed, courtyard feel. Another option for seating benches which you can add <a href=\"https:\/\/www.housetohome.co.uk\/product-idea\/picture\/decorative-cushions-our-pick-of-the-best\">floral cushions<\/a> to and the addition of shelves for displaying colourful potted plants will create a cosy cottage garden ambience.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-15999 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/aspio.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"456\" height=\"342\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/aspio.jpg 999w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/aspio-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/aspio-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/aspio-450x337.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/aspio-20x15.jpg 20w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 456px) 100vw, 456px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beliani.co.uk\/rattan-hanging-chair-natural-aspio.html?gclid=Cj0KCQjw5JSLBhCxARIsAHgO2ScsSbJihIbZxaE3H_wcrKhk202bSBsgsMqWo7CLsQOciHTaYPok9FQaAsf1EALw_wcB\">Rattan Hanging Chair Natural ASPIO<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-16001 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/holbornindrarattanpatioswingchairwithstand.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"345\" height=\"345\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/holbornindrarattanpatioswingchairwithstand.jpg 445w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/holbornindrarattanpatioswingchairwithstand-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/holbornindrarattanpatioswingchairwithstand-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/holbornindrarattanpatioswingchairwithstand-350x350.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/holbornindrarattanpatioswingchairwithstand-20x20.jpg 20w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 345px) 100vw, 345px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wayfair.co.uk\/Bay-Isle-Home--Holborn-Indra-Rattan-Patio-Swing-Chair-with-Stand-V113187427-L165-K~U002076316.html?refid=GX200082350062-U002076316&amp;device=c&amp;ptid=913852382290&amp;targetid=aud-388180976294:pla-913852382290&amp;network=g&amp;ireid=117649507&amp;device=c&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjw5JSLBhCxARIsAHgO2Sdy_MZqo_oHtgCfXpmtiiLjYTqIwO9GSCASCalZO-BBd4VqSPSBWi8aAr4hEALw_wcB\">Holborn Indra Rattan Egg Chair<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-16002 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/double-cocoon-chair-with-cushions_550x550_crop_center.progressive.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"453\" height=\"453\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/double-cocoon-chair-with-cushions_550x550_crop_center.progressive.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/double-cocoon-chair-with-cushions_550x550_crop_center.progressive-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/double-cocoon-chair-with-cushions_550x550_crop_center.progressive-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/double-cocoon-chair-with-cushions_550x550_crop_center.progressive-350x350.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/double-cocoon-chair-with-cushions_550x550_crop_center.progressive-450x450.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/double-cocoon-chair-with-cushions_550x550_crop_center.progressive-20x20.jpg 20w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 453px) 100vw, 453px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gardenesque.com\/products\/lyndhurst-rattan-double-cocoon-chair-with-cushions?variant=41234511134883&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjw5JSLBhCxARIsAHgO2Se3YNzHhRurSBmNJ_QZiomUnNiXsqaFEAvdJjV3ZQJrrhpyXiAYnEAaAgzzEALw_wcB\">Rattan Double Cocoon Chair<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h2>Low maintenance yet stylish patio furniture<\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>On closer inspection of most new rattan patio furniture, you will see that the rattan is, in fact, plastic and can, therefore, stay outside all year round. This makes life much easier as it doesn\u2019t have to be stored in the shed for the Winter months.\u00a0 Another advantage is that you don\u2019t have to paint it every year, unlike wooden garden furniture.\u00a0 Waterproof outdoor seat cushions are now available too.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"445\" height=\"445\" class=\"size-full wp-image-16003 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/charlestonrectangular9-person80cmlongdiningsetwithcushions.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/charlestonrectangular9-person80cmlongdiningsetwithcushions.jpg 445w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/charlestonrectangular9-person80cmlongdiningsetwithcushions-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/charlestonrectangular9-person80cmlongdiningsetwithcushions-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/charlestonrectangular9-person80cmlongdiningsetwithcushions-350x350.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/charlestonrectangular9-person80cmlongdiningsetwithcushions-20x20.jpg 20w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 445px) 100vw, 445px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wayfair.co.uk\/Sol-72-Outdoor--Charleston-9-Seater-Dining-Set-with-Cushions-BWPO2240-L128-K~AVON1139.html?refid=GX434200141603-AVON1139_37144022&amp;device=c&amp;ptid=902548832866&amp;targetid=aud-388180976294:pla-902548832866&amp;network=g&amp;ireid=132157379&amp;PiID%5B%5D=37144022&amp;device=c&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjw5JSLBhCxARIsAHgO2ScnGK081CY6GGltOoGhTaYkgo6ehAfGsEwRQYybvkRD9FAWeTbHPhcaAkAyEALw_wcB\">Charleston Rattan Outdoor Dining Set\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" class=\"size-full wp-image-16004 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/rw4rdbn-89210c58504f8dac9f5f9a04bc28fb38.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/rw4rdbn-89210c58504f8dac9f5f9a04bc28fb38.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/rw4rdbn-89210c58504f8dac9f5f9a04bc28fb38-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/rw4rdbn-89210c58504f8dac9f5f9a04bc28fb38-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/rw4rdbn-89210c58504f8dac9f5f9a04bc28fb38-350x350.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/rw4rdbn-89210c58504f8dac9f5f9a04bc28fb38-450x450.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/rw4rdbn-89210c58504f8dac9f5f9a04bc28fb38-20x20.jpg 20w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alicesgarden.co.uk\/product\/ritardo-4-seater-round-rattan-garden-sofa-set-brown-off-white?gclid=Cj0KCQjw5JSLBhCxARIsAHgO2SfANUIM3Ai5wZjnGcXLamIVCVJYYAEQ4Q1f3zj4JH9WTBlFJtF9gwcaAocTEALw_wcB\">Ritardo Rattan Rounded Seating Set\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h2>Take your BBQ parties to another level<\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>An outdoor kitchen is another recent trend in garden design. This could be constructed from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/walling-masonry\/garden-stone\/\">Country Stone walling<\/a> with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/paving-flags\/historic-flags-circles\/\">Historic Slabs<\/a> as the worktop area. It could have the dual purpose of setting out trays of seedlings in spring to harden off.\u00a0 It is always a good idea to have multi-usage for permanent structures to avoid regret later.\u00a0 Built-in barbecues and fire pits are also popular though make sure you have a practical spot to position them for ease of use.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-16005 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/cosmo-grill-burner.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"387\" height=\"387\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/cosmo-grill-burner.jpg 470w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/cosmo-grill-burner-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/cosmo-grill-burner-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/cosmo-grill-burner-350x350.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/cosmo-grill-burner-450x450.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/cosmo-grill-burner-20x20.jpg 20w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 387px) 100vw, 387px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.manomano.co.uk\/p\/cosmogrill-6-1-deluxe-gas-burner-grill-barbecue-incl-side-burner-black-77-x-42-cm-9538438?model_id=9538438\">Cosmo Grill 6+1 Gas Burner\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com\/shopping?q=tbn:ANd9GcS9gZgkbfr5gfQ1T3WpaiQzIuwH_fJtpB8Wt9rL7o-5jCObHsyvpfMkipnrl77gYay91Q6_8hHvwbhxKmf1KaVRhC39bITYV9DruCOOCEQ&amp;usqp=CAE\" width=\"386\" height=\"334\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.keengardener.co.uk\/buschbeck-luzern-grill-bar-masonry-barbecue.html?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjw5JSLBhCxARIsAHgO2Sfk0J56wzf0WF3NtyWtW9OH2FFPe6TYv36WvE6W7uMOB2BJS49dXvEaAjqhEALw_wcB\">Bushbeck Luzern Grill Bar<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-16006 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/oonikaru-studio-1024px-1_1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"316\" height=\"316\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/oonikaru-studio-1024px-1_1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/oonikaru-studio-1024px-1_1024x1024-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/oonikaru-studio-1024px-1_1024x1024-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/oonikaru-studio-1024px-1_1024x1024-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/oonikaru-studio-1024px-1_1024x1024-350x350.png 350w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/oonikaru-studio-1024px-1_1024x1024-700x700.png 700w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/oonikaru-studio-1024px-1_1024x1024-450x450.png 450w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/oonikaru-studio-1024px-1_1024x1024-20x20.png 20w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 316px) 100vw, 316px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uk.ooni.com\/products\/ooni-karu?variant=34600193032327&amp;currency=GBP&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_source=shopping&amp;utm_content=Ooni+Karu+12+Multi-Fuel+Pizza+Oven&amp;utm_campaign=Google_Shopping_UK&amp;utm_gcmpgn_typ=uk-shopping&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjw5JSLBhCxARIsAHgO2SdCrNEM6f-GKI8269QmGEwL1PmeLxJtgYGuMJxoJ1PAcedUpyAeAGMaArk8EALw_wcB\">Ooni Karu Pizza Oven\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h2>Install a relaxing water feature<\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The sound of water is a popular feature outside, so you may wish to include a water feature of some kind. However, they do require a bit of maintenance and cleaning to look good and function well.\u00a0 Think carefully in advance what it will look like when not switched on.\u00a0 A classical style face or large rock or statuette will make an interesting feature with or without water.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com\/shopping?q=tbn:ANd9GcRYCqzWiCm-JqPn_tul6xsiyJuLYJ7oOo31Sq1P_QNE1zg-i6-Ys1-OtjuJ5Uf9qDrvSPDIuuFxeqaC_Hjm2ZNAgUscDHi-WosVRdFxWI_C7CFS0j6EKlMBrQ&amp;usqp=CAY\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.primrose.co.uk\/-p-113591.html?adtype=pla&amp;kwd=&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjwpuXpBRAAEiwAyRRPgeZ1mbZtTNCcs33BYfSeiItnfd5VJi6b3-EPyA29okk4vgvYf41WiBoCWQkQAvD_BwE\">Primrose Solitary Pour Water Features with LEDs<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com\/shopping?q=tbn:ANd9GcQT5GjZlheU3fY2sUERn6-pZ6m6kOE-YZI8inAmfP5VLS_G8JZzLw8vu6DglmuWuOcPaLE-2GZO_OU0-f0Qb_iyThEOvSxqouYDCqarVyowfww7i9mkExPSZQ&amp;usqp=CAE\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.primrose.co.uk\/-p-19412.html?adtype=pla&amp;kwd=&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjwpuXpBRAAEiwAyRRPgc1nhT0ZaHFBMFut_7bBPa6QBJSkPoQ4ClEwt5zoi2oJRKkbo7rFfhoCiNIQAvD_BwE\">Higgledy Troughs Water Feature<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com\/shopping?q=tbn:ANd9GcR24Hn374lIAFQ8ApNQ9JpMd6vFJJ8uTGats9mYSpHRwKvJzZzjbcO1ucY6GJHW_hVhYXaYC_Rc8V838vY3SzW96xjgikL049WMo-8xmdA&amp;usqp=CAE\" width=\"324\" height=\"324\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.primrose.co.uk\/-p-112585.html?adtype=pla&amp;kwd=&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjwpuXpBRAAEiwAyRRPgc_4KMSa0kPiLIO3EuayP-x1yyX5fgL1xGynGSaSBYVrN4rMnFy0LxoCdiYQAvD_BwE\">Eclipse Stainless Steel Water Feature<\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h2>Enhance your space with attractive lighting<\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>To extend the time you can spend outside, lighting is a functional and attractive feature. It is better to see the effect of the light, rather than the light itself.\u00a0 For example, a light shining up into a tree or bamboo will add interest to the garden and really enhance the look of the plant.\u00a0 Spike lights look good set among shrub beds or strings of outdoor fairy lights hung around the patio area.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/encrypted-tbn1.gstatic.com\/shopping?q=tbn:ANd9GcSvaCJ896QMfCdR1DbKnyYe3eWKvHV-Kyh3tuXOQ0zDKJBHIMEubTcwCPEhxPM-ceAJwSZ1XyYDTDkAYrrZ65e8V46jwYTWAmuO2MJdfw4&amp;usqp=CAE\" width=\"370\" height=\"370\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lights4fun.co.uk\/products\/2-crackle-glass-solar-stake-lights\">Solar Stake Lights\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-16007 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/spring-summer-alfresco-dining-setting-table-display-outdoor-truglow-candles-garland-festoons-illuminated_600x600.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"445\" height=\"445\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/spring-summer-alfresco-dining-setting-table-display-outdoor-truglow-candles-garland-festoons-illuminated_600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/spring-summer-alfresco-dining-setting-table-display-outdoor-truglow-candles-garland-festoons-illuminated_600x600-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/spring-summer-alfresco-dining-setting-table-display-outdoor-truglow-candles-garland-festoons-illuminated_600x600-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/spring-summer-alfresco-dining-setting-table-display-outdoor-truglow-candles-garland-festoons-illuminated_600x600-350x350.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/spring-summer-alfresco-dining-setting-table-display-outdoor-truglow-candles-garland-festoons-illuminated_600x600-450x450.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/wp-content\/uploads\/spring-summer-alfresco-dining-setting-table-display-outdoor-truglow-candles-garland-festoons-illuminated_600x600-20x20.jpg 20w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 445px) 100vw, 445px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lights4fun.co.uk\/products\/ultimate-connect-5m-10-warm-white-festoon-lights-black-cable\">Warm White Outdoor String Lights<\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h2>It&#8217;s playtime! Years of fun with a giant chess set<\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For a fun feature which is guaranteed to amuse all your visitors, how about a giant chess set? For the chess board, use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/paving-flags\/mayfair-flags\/\">Tobermore Mayfair<\/a> 400x400cm slabs in dark Graphite and light Silver.\u00a0 Finish with a border around the edge of two rows of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/block-paving\/sienna-setts-circles\/\">Sienna Setts.<\/a>\u00a0 This would create a square of approximately 3.6m.\u00a0 This means it could also be used as a patio if no one fancies a game of chess!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.notonthehighstreet.com\/ubergames\/product\/giant-chess-pieces?DGMKT=FID__TID_pla-343583512258_PID_123738_CRI_343583512258&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjwpuXpBRAAEiwAyRRPgZedIgeX96ZkBPZvFKMZtBNqDGqHNljPqZcIb_J2_9Lz6jSP2MzXMxoCS3MQAvD_BwE\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.notonthehighstreet.com\/system\/product_images\/images\/000\/420\/970\/original_IMG_9051.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"491\" height=\"327\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Imagine this as a permanent garden feature using Mayfair and Sienna!<\/p>\n<p>If you would like some assistance with your patio design, visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/design-services\/\">Design Services page.<\/a> We have several levels of design services available and we can also help you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/find-paving-contractor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">find a paving contractor<\/a> to carry out the work.\u00a0 For more information on how we could help you, please call <a href=\"tel:02879642411\">028 7964 2411<\/a> or visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tobermore.co.uk\/homeowner\/tobermore-paving-centre\/\">Tobermore Paving Centre.\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In recent years there has been a definite shift in the style of outdoor 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