As we all spend more times in our homes and gardens amidst these unprecedented times, the one thing many homeowners will be considering is how they can spruce up their gardens (Discover the top 5 garden trends for Spring/Summer 2020) after the lockdown is lifted. And while flower beds and vegetable patches might play a part in that, we expect a lot of the attention will be on paving too. So, it’s important for merchants to begin to think about how they can help feed the demand over the next few months.
One material that we’re seeing re-emerge in the UK paving market is clay. Durable, low maintenance, and with a timeless appeal, clay gives the quality finish that every customer is looking for. Though it’s not a new material, we’ve seen huge success with clay in the form of bricks, blocks and façades, and now clay is seeing a resurgence in popularity in the paver market too.