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ballast, wicks vs b&q vs selco
londonTiger
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wickes £1.75 (buy 5 to get this price)
b&q £1.70 (trade discount)
selco 20mm £2.70
all prices include vat.
what is the best ballast for making custom cast paving slabs? Why is selco so much more expensive than these diy stores caterned to non-trade?
b&q £1.70 (trade discount)
selco 20mm £2.70
all prices include vat.
what is the best ballast for making custom cast paving slabs? Why is selco so much more expensive than these diy stores caterned to non-trade?
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never mind. The reviews on wickes and b&qs own website says there is very little aggregate on their ballast and the pictures look very sandy. I will stick to selco and pay the premium. Note: selco have London pricing on receuipt so probably cheaper elsewhere in the country.0
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Be careful here. 20mm aggregate is the wrong product, and unsuitable for making paving slabs. Yes you can use it, but expect either a poor finish, or cracking slabs or more likely both.0
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