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Azpects Ltd Earns "Made In Britain" Accreditation

Azpects Ltd, the Home of EASYJoint, proudly announces its "Made in Britain" accreditation, a testament to our commitment to top-tier quality and British manufacturing excellence.

Glee September 14th - 16th 2021

Visit Azpects at stand #6C26-D27

August’s Featured Products

EASYSeal Sealers & Enhancers for Natural Stone

They’re Back!

Azpects’ Sales Team Resumes Support

EASYJoint Supply Situation - Covid-19 - Thursday 28th May 2020

Read our updated Customer Advisory Notice regarding EASYJoint Supply Situation - Covid-19

FutureScape 2019

Here is a look at pictures from the Azpects Stand at FutureScape 2019 at Sandown Park Racecourse, Surrey

Notes for EASYJoint for use in colder conditions

EASYJoint will take longer to set in colder conditions

Azpects at FutureScape 2019

Azpects will be exhibiting at FutureScape for the first time this November

A patio display area freshened up with the Azpects EASYSeal range

Azpects visited Premier Plants in Ongar, Essex to assist with an update to their patio display area.

Azpects USA at Hardscape North America 2019

Here is a look at pictures from the Azpects USA Stands at Hardscape North America 2019 at Kentucky Exposition Center located in Louisville, Kentucky

A Testimonial on EASYGrout from Gentry-Brown Landscapes

The Azpects team went along to a porcelain installation by Gentry-Brown Landscapes and here are their thoughts on EASYGrout

 

A big thank you to The Azpects Warehouse team

The 2019 Azpects Warehouse team have exceeded all our expectations, working hard to meet the incredible demand for our products across the UK and beyond.

Pictures from Azpects at Landscape Show 2019

Here is a look at pictures from the Azpects Stands at Landscape Show 2019 in Battersea Park, London

Pictures from Azpects at Glee 2019

Here is a look at pictures from the Azpects Stand at Glee 2019 in Birmingham

Freshening up a tired block paved driveway

Using EASYSeal BCS to seal and protect a block paved driveway

Azpects are exhibiting at Glee Birmingham and Landscape Show 2019

Azpects will again be exhibiting at the UK's two largest garden and landscaping trade shows in Birmingham and London.

Azpects on Instagram

After popular demand, we have decided to launch an Instagram channel

EASYGrout Short Video

A quick video showing the process for applying EASYGrout

The Royal Sandringham Flower Show 2019

Azpects were on hand to support Premier Stockists NRS Landscape Centre at the Royal Sandringham Flower Show 2019

A first look at EASYGrout jobs

We are starting to get EASYGrout installation images sent through to us on Social Media

Pictures from Recent Azpects Demo Days

Paving season is in full swing across the UK, here are recent pictures from our Demo Days in July

Using EASYJoint in hot weather

The UK and Europe are set for a particularly hot period of weather over the weekend, here are our guidelines for using EASYJoint in hot weather

Azpects at the Royal Cornwall Show with Contec South West

Pictures from the Contec South West Stand (Premier Stockists) at the Royal Cornwall Show in Wadebridge

EASYJoint Setting Times

We are often asked how long EASYJoint takes to set, here are our guidelines

An impressive patio restoration using Black Spot Remover

Azpects Black Spot Remover proves once again it's cleaning power with this impressive restoration

Testimonial on Black Spot Remover

We have recently received pictures from a happy Black Spot Remover user

New Names with new and improved formulas

Here's a quick run down of our new and improved formulas

Azpects Demo Days coming soon

Here's a list of our up and coming Azpects Demo Days. There may be more added to the calendar as they are being booked in.

Brand new Azpects products for porcelain

We have launched a selection of brand new jointing compounds and primer designed especially for porcelain

Look what is new and improved from Azpects

New and improved products to help make landscaping and gardening jobs EASY

Azpects Demo Days

Every year as the paving season approaches and begins to get moving, Azpects support our stockists around the country by putting on Azpects Demo Days

How do you remove Black Spot and White Spot from patios?

The EASY solution to removing the most stubborn areas of lichen and algae on patios, paths and drives.

Rust Removal Treatment on a porcelain paving area

Whilst visiting Pentagon Jersey we spotted that one of the porcelain patios in the patio display area required rust treatment, we decided to video the EASY4Rust process and have put together this video.

Azpects Demo Days are coming to a merchant near you soon

Every year as the paving season approaches and begins to get going, Azpects support our stockists around the country by putting on Azpects Demo Days.

EASYGrout and EASYPrime launch 2019

Azpects are excited to announce two new products coming to the EASYJoint range which have been designed especially for porcelain paving

A look back at our EASYGrid Driveway Installation

Do you remember our EASYGrid driveway installation video from 2017 where we transformed a regular grass lawn into a grass gridded driveway for vehicles?

EASYJoint curing times in colder conditions

EASYJoint will take longer to set in colder conditions

Seal, protect and maintain your decking investment

Do you have a new untreated decking area to enjoy but are wondering how to maintain it?

Happy New Year from Azpects

We wish all our customers in the past, present and future a very Happy New Year and the best of luck for 2019, it should be an exciting year ahead.

Merry Christmas from everybody at Azpects

Azpects would like to wish all our customers past and present a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

 

Azpects have a very special visitor for Christmas

Azpects will be helping this year’s Rudolph Run for 2018 by stabling Rudolph in a safe place before Father Christmas takes up the reins

Support NoVANber by signing the petition

Azpects are fully behind the #NoVANber campaign against van and tool theft

Notes for EASYJoint in Cold Conditions

Cold and wet conditions will increase EASYJoint setting times

Try the EASYJoint Tub Calculator

Did you know that Azpects have an EASYJoint tub calculator so you can work out how many tubs you need for your job

GLEE (Birmingham) & Landscape Show 2018 Reviews

Azpects have reviewed their experience at both GLEE (Birmingham) and Landscape Show 2018 as exhibitors

EASYGrid helps to support a Show Jumping Event in Aid of Cancer Research UK and Mistley Manor Residents

 

Azpects' own Jeff Carter was at Wix Equestrian Centre in Essex on 9th September to help support this Show Jumping Event in Aid of Cancer Research UK and Mistley Manor Residents.

Azpects have donated an EASYGrid Retail Pack in Aid of Cancer Research UK and Mistley Manor Residents

We have donated an EASYGrid Retail Pack to a Show Jumping Event in Wix, Essex to help support their raffle

A Demonstration of EASYSeal Ultimate

A quick overview of EASYSeal Ultimate application

Azpects EASYJoint are attending Glee Birmingham and Landscape Show 2018

Trade Show season is closing in quickly for the Garden and Landscaping Sectors and this means Glee Birmingham and Landscape Show will be here before you know it.

Azpects have donated EASYJoint to Barnardos for the Berechurch Childrens Sensory Garden

The project, designed to help families in Colchester and surrounding villages with a safe, enclosed and accessible space.

Find your local Azpects Product Supplier

Try our new and improved stockist finder You can now put in your local town or city along with your postcode to find local Azpects suppliers.

EASYJoint loves rain

The rain will return and you should remember that whilst traditional pointing methods will not be possible EASYJoint can still be used

Use lots of water during EASYJoint application in the hot weather

The UK is in the midst of a heatwave, here is are our guidelines for using EASYJoint in hot weather

An example of patio and decking 18 months after an initial application

We have been sent examples of a patio and decking 18 months after installation, here is how it has fared

Azpects would like to congratulate the BMF on raising £17,300 for Charity at the VADO Rally 2018

As Builders Merchants Federation members we are proud to highlight the BMF's efforts

Tips for using EASYJoint and EASYSeal in hot weather

Here is our advice for working with our landscaping products in hot weather

June Demo Days 2018

We have plenty of Demo Days coming up in June, follow the link for more information

Removing Rust from Granite Paving

Jeff from Azpects demonstrates how to remove rust from granite paving

Over one million tubs of EASYJoint have been sold

Azpects would like to take this opportunity to thank all our customers in the UK and across the globe for helping us to reach this milestone.

Azpects have made the final in two categories at the BMJ Magazine Awards 2018

Azpects would like to thank all the people who have voted for us

Two Brand New Cleaners for Porcelain and Artificial Grass 

Azpects are pleased to announce the arrival of two new products to their ever-growing range of hard landscaping products that make garden care EASY.

Azpects Product Demonstration Days in Cheshire

The Azpects Team have been hosting two product demonstration days in Cheshire this week. 

Azpects announce FORTIS Buying Group Agreement for 2018

Azpects are delighted to confirm that after many months of negotiation we are fully fledged supplying members to the FORTIS Buying Group.

Azpects have been nominated for three BMJ Magazine Awards for 2018

If you can spare a minute or two, please vote for Azpects as 'Best Landscaping Brand', 
Jeff Carter for 'Best Customer Service' and Roy Selby for 'Best Sales Representative/Account Manager'

Azpects could be a visiting a merchant near you soon

We have two bumper months of Demo Mornings, Demo Days, Door Days and Information Days with more to be announced soon

Make sure your suppliers are open before heading out

There are many merchants closed or partially open today due to adverse weather conditions across the UK and Ireland. 

Azpects at Towy Works Trades Networking Morning

Azpects will be at the Towy Works Trades Networking Morning on 26th February - 7:30 - 10:30

Azpects Demonstration Days coming to a Stockist near you

We have several Demo Days coming up, keep a look out for a Demo Day near you

White Deposits on Paving, what are they and how do you remove them?

 

If you've ever come across white deposits appearing on your paving, you'll know just how frustrating it can be. We give you two simple solutions to the problem.

Azpects Product Videos for 2018

Checkout the Azpects Product videos for 2018

Azpects Support the Ipswich Rudolph Run 2017

The Rudolph Run helps to raise money for Ipswich Night Shelter and Ipswich Find. When asked if Azpects could put staff forward to help we jumped at the chance.

Advice for using EASYJoint in Freezing Conditions

Here is the best practice for using EASYJoint All Weather Jointing Mortar in Freezing Conditions.

Happy Christmas from Azpects

Azpects would like to wish all our customers a Happy Christmas - here are our Christmas closing times

Azpects Announce EASYJoint Tub Competition Winner for Black Friday 2017

Thanks to everybody for taking part and congratulations to the winner

Installing a driveway using EASYGrid

A typical driveway installation using ground stabilising reinforcement grid

Azpects have been awarded ISO 9001 Status by BSI

The ISO 9001 certification is the best practice management framework promoting continual improvement, customer satisfaction and traceability.

Behind the Scenes Footage from the Azpects Truck Video

Here is a little more information on how our Truck Video was made

Azpects Demo Day Prize Draw for October 2017

We are excited to announce the following prize winner for the month of October (2017)

Azpects welcome new additions to our Fleet

We are excited to announce two new arrivals to our growing fleet of vehicles

Azpects Prize Draws for September Demo Days and the Landscape Show 2017

 

Azpects are excited to announce the Prize Draw Winners for the September Demo Days and the Landscape Show 2017

Fairfield Builders Supplies in Buxton have become an Azpects Premier Stockist

 

Premier Stockists hold the majority of the Azpects product range (around 75%) so if you are based in Buxton, the chances are they will have the product you are after

 

Azpects welcomes Emerys Telford as a Premier Stockist

They will hold around 75% of entire product range so if you're in and around Telford, the chances are they will have the Azpects products which you need

Azpects Demo Days for Early October 2017

Are you based in South Wales or Northamptonshire? Come and visit our Demo Days in Early October

Azpects are exhibiting at Landscape Show 2017 (September 19 & 20)

Azpects are exhibiting at The Landscape Show 2017, London, Battersea Park. We will be posting updates on our Social Media Channels and on this news page so keep in touch for all the latest landscaping and hardscaping news right here

 

Azpects are exhibiting at Glee Birmingham 2017 (September 11 to 13)

Come and visit Azpects at Stand 20G60 and learn hard landscaping, DIY and gardening tips to help make your life easier

Johnyboy demonstrates how to revitalise slate using this handy product

Johnyboy from the Landscape Survival group on Facebook demonstrates EASYSeal Back to Black Limestone in this short video

Azpects launch a stockist locator for EASYJoint and more

Azpects are excited to launch a postcode search so you can find your nearest stockist of Azpects Products

Johnboy from Landscaping Survival reviews EASYJoint All Weather Jointing Compound

Johnyboy from the Landscaping Survival group on Facebook has reviewed EASYJoint, follow this article for the video

Up and Coming Azpects Demo Days for August

Here are our planned Demo Days for August, if you're local to any of these places, come and see us

Azpects become a member of Landscaping Survival with Johnyboy

Azpects are delighted to announce that we have become a member of Landscaping Survival with Johnyboy.

Azpects welcomes PK Stubbs Ltd of Crewe as a newly appointed Premier Stockist

PK Stubbs have signed up as an Azpects Premier Stockist

Sensitive Paving Materials, what are they and what do I need to know?

At Azpects we often talk about sensitive stone materials in our news articles but what actually are they?

Using EASYJoint and EASYSeal in hot weather

Summer is in full swing in the UK and it looks set to be a record breaking June on the temperature front. These are our tips for using EASYJoint and EASYSeal in hot weather

How does EASY Black Spot Remover compare with Hypo Cleaning Solutions

Black Spot Remover is a potent cleaning product, here is how it compares with this very strong chemical

Azpects EASYJoint Demo Days for June

Azpects have a three Demo Days coming up between the 19th & 22nd of June.

Azpects at the Suffolk Show 2017

Stay tuned for updates from the Azpects Stand

Step by step removal of severe iron staining on paving

Iron Staining on paving or rust as it’s more commonly known happens to certain natural stones, often following a brick acid wash. 

EASY4Cracks features in the Landscape Show May Preview

Azpects will be exhibiting at the Landscape Show 2017, EASY4Cracks being one of the products featuring on our stand.

Top tips for using EASYJoint during the busy paving season

Here are Azpects recommendations for EASYJoint use during the paving season

A Limestone Patio horrifically bleached by acid is brought back to life with this amazing product

Azpects have helped save the day for a customer who thought their patio was ruined forever, here are the pictures and testimonial from this very relieved customer

The EASY way to remove stubborn dirt & grime from paving, paths and decking

Have you got some spring cleaning planned ready for the summer? Now is the time to clean your patio, paths or decking so they look bright and clean going into the summer months

APRIL FOOLS New Product: Super Grip Wall Decking

You won't believe how much grip Super Grip Wall Decking will offer, it could even put some of your favourite super heroes out of a job!

The Black Limestone Curse is finally lifted!

Azpects reports that their leading scientists have developed a product that will give a uniform enhancement to faded Black Limestone.

Buildbase Sunderland Demo Day

If you're based in Sunderland and would like to learn more about our products including EASYJoint, here is a date for you diary

Come and visit our Azpects Demonstration Day at Chandler Material Supplies

Azpects are hosting a Demonstration Day of our products including EASYJoint at Chandler Material Supplies Ltd, Chelmsford on 14th March 2017

Premier Plants install EASYGrid for their display areas

To help demonstrate just how rugged our ground reinforcement grid is, Premier Plants have chosen to use it for their paths to access their display areas. A great endorsement for EASYGrid.

Installing EASYGrid for a winter turnout area for horses

Azpects very own Kerri Skelton has installed EASYGrid for a winter turnout area for her horses.

Azpects Demonstration Day at Peppards

Learn more about Azpects products including EASYJoint at Peppards Building Supplies on Wednesday 8th February

Azpects go Live at Kent Blaxill, Colchester Demonstrating EASY4Cracks

If you follow Azpects on Facebook you have may have already seen Jeff and Ian Demonstrating EASY4Cracks, if not then here are the videos

EASYSeal Ultimate takes on EASYSeal SSP in our latest Sealer and Protector Test

Have you ever wondered why EASYSeal Ultimate is called Ultimate, follow this article to find out

Oil or Grease stains on your driveway?

Don’t panic! There is an EASY solution to remove unsightly oil and grease stains, not only from driveways but patios and decking.

Efflorescence (salt deposits) on natural stone - Buff Sandstone example

Salts trapped within natural stone paving will often come to the surface after it has been laid, these salts are called efflorescence. How can they be removed or better still prevented from appearing in the first place?

Notes for using EASYJoint in Cold Weather

Azpects tips and advice for using EASYJoint in cold conditions

Thought the Paving Season was over? Think again!

Whilst pointing in the wet is a non-starter with cement, EASYJoint is specially formulated to be applied in the wet. In fact we actively encourage the use of water in the application.

 

New Azpects Product Videos coming soon

The Azpects Team have been busy at work filming more product videos for a whole range of our products – keep posted!

What are those white marks on my brickwork and how do I remove them?

Unattractive white marks on brickwork, paving, masonry etc are an age old problem in the construction industry but there are two simple ways to help remove it.

Cleaning a Marble Hearth Fireplace using EASY Masonry Revive

EASY Masonry Revive is designed to rejuvenate heavy soiling in whole range of porous materials including in this a case a marble hearth on a fireplace.

EASY Sealer Remover helps to make a tired old patio with ageing sealer look brand new

We have recieved some excellent photos from our stockist Supreme Landscaping Products showing before and after photos of EASY Sealer Remover doing what it does best, removing tired sealer from patios.

Tips and information for applying EASYJoint in the rain

EASYJoint's main advantage over traditional pointing methods for paving are it's ability to be laid in the rain, water does not inhibit the laying process, here are our tips and info on applying EASYJoint in the rain.

 Azpects visit JT Dove - Birtley

David Howard & Craig Browning from the Azpects UK North Team visited JT Dove - Birtley Branch for a Product Demo Day

Dangers of using brick acid to clean paving, what are the alternatives?

Brick Acid is great for cleaning limescale off bricks but it is awful for many natural stone.

 

A Step by step guide to applying EASYRevive

A step by step guide on how to finish, rejuvenate and seal a driveway.

Acid causes damage to natural stone, even when sealed! Bird droppings, leaves and berries are the main offenders

Sealers offer great protection for natural and concrete paving surfaces for items which get spilt or dropped onto them however exposure to acidic chemicals occuring in fruits, leaves or bird droppings will eventually burn through any sealer and mark the paving.

Notes of Caution for applying EASYSeal in hot weather

Whilst the majority of our sealers can be used in temperatures of up to 30 degrees celcius, it's easy to forget that the stone can get significantly hotter than that particularly if they are a darker shade of colour. 

Azpects are now members of the Builders Merchants Federation (BMF)

We are now fully fledged members of the Builders Merchants Federation (BMF). 

Product of the Month: EASY Patio and Deck Cleaner

EASY Patio & Deck Cleaner is a professional grade concentrate that is fast & effective way of removing heavy build-up of the most stubborn dirt and grime from paving, driveways and decking.

Sealing sensitive paving before jointing with EASYJoint

You don't have to seal your paving before using EASYJoint but there are plenty of reasons why you should

Applying EASYSeal in hot conditions

In hot conditions sealers can, if you’re not careful, dry out on your paving very quickly and not get the chance to seal your paving properly.

 

Advice for using EASYJoint in hot conditions

A hot week is expected in the UK & Ireland, here is advice on using EASYJoint in hot conditions

EASYJoint Tub Calculators and Video Links for your website

We have Calculators and Videos links to help assist your use of EASYJoint.

EASYJoint features in Love Your Garden

EASYJoint made a television appearance last night (12th July 2016) on ITV's Love Your Garden.

Another great testimonial from an EASY Revive user

We have had some great EASY Revive pictures sent to us from Jenny Smith in Bedlington, Northumberland. 

Independent survey on EASYSeal Deck Protect - Slip Resistant Treatment for Timber Decking

We have had EASYSeal Deck Protect independently tested. Read more for the results.

Award Winning Garden at the Royal Norfolk Show features EASYJoint

Our very own Jeff Carter (Regional Sales Manager - UK South) was fortunate enough to be invited to join the team at NRS Landscaping’s on their garden stand at the Royal Norfolk Show.

Product of the Month: Efflorescence Remover

Have you ever had a problem with white deposits on your walls, path or brickwork and want to get rid of them? EASY Efflorescence Remover+ is designed to deal with this common problem and that is why it is our product of the month 

Azpects EASYJoint in wet conditions

It feels like our summers seem to be getting wetter and this is a disaster for the traditional mortar pointing methods. This is where EASYJoint comes in, here is our guide to EASYJoint in wet conditions.

EASYSeal Sandstone Sealer and Enhancer Replaces EASYSeal Colour Enhancer

Azpects welcomes EASYSeal Sandstone Sealer and Enhancer to the EASYSeal range which replaces our EASYSeal Colour Enhancer

Another revitalised patio thanks to EASYJoint

We have been given photos from one of our stockists showing a patio revitalised with EASYJoint. I think you'll agree, the results speak volumes.

EASYSeal Deck Protect Customer Review

Azpects has recently had a customer review of our EASYSeal Deck Protect. We were sent a short review with some accompanying photos, here are the results.

A Testimonial on EASY Masonry Revive

A happy customer (Linda Watson from Newcastle) contacted us to tell us of her results with EASY Masonry Revive, I think you'll agree, they are fantastic!

Topps Tiles recommend using EASYJoint with their Spaces range

Topps Tiles, a big player in the world of Tiles are recommending the use of EASYJoint with the their Spaces range

Azpects new EASYGrid ground reinforcement grid, amazes even the expert!

Azpects commissioned an independent test on their EASYGrid and the results are fantastic

Using EASYRevive to rejuvenate an existing asphalt driveway

Paul and James have recently transformed an old asphalt driveway by using EASYRevive+. ‘It’s done an amazing job!’

Removing PVA Glue Staining from Natural Stone Paving

We have had a call from a merchant who has a customer who accidentally splashed the surface of their Black Limestone paving with PVA glue. He has asked us if we have anything in our EASY range that will remove the dark spots from the surface of the natural stone without damaging it?

No need to wait for Natural Stone to ‘settle down’ - with our water based, non solvent, sealers!

You don't have to wait to seal your Natural Stone with EASYSeal you can seal your paving NOW!

Coverage - Why does it vary sometimes?

Coverage does vary but there are reasons why

What is the difference between Cement and Concrete?

Cement & Concrete are not the same and are often confused

 

Do I have to seal my patio or driveway?

The answer is no, surprisingly, you don’t have to, BUT there are plenty of reasons why you should!

 

EASYSeal Stain Tests

We have tested our sealers with a variety of likely substances that may end up, where you don’t want them, on your patio or driveway!

The Clocks go forward this weekend

Spring forward this Easter and make the most of the lighter evenings. Have you got work planned for the Easter Weekend?

Spring is here – time to make it EASY

With an extensive range of Azpects Products, all designed to make the job in hand easier, quicker or both, there really is no excuse not to get into the garden this weekend and ‘make it EASY’.

Grid Sales Leap! – 14 tonnes a single tyre….

Following the launch of our EASYGrid in January, part of the brand new EASYScape range, sales have leapt in February – ‘It’s amazing how strong it is!’  

Cleaning Products ideal for Spring Cleaning

So Spring is here, where did the winter go? It's that time of the year again for a spring clean and at Azpects we have our EASYCare range to help a huge range of cleaning needs.

Using EASYJoint in Cold, Wet and Freezing Conditions

The UK Weather is finally starting to turn colder, here is our advice for using EASYJoint in Cold and Wet Conditions

Exciting New Agreements for 2016

Azpects Ltd are delighted to confirm exciting news for 2016/2017. We are now fully fledged NBG Buying Group members, we are also working in partnership with one the UK's largest and most respected natural stone suppliers, Global Stone, who have just started to take on a range of our hard landscaping products.

A Slip Resistant Sealer for Decking, Deck Protect it's magic!

The feeling of losing your footing and preparing for a fall is not a great one, how many times have you stepped out onto decking, either early in the morning after a heavy dew or following a rain shower, and gone over? Well worry no further!...

I needed more storage space so I built a shed

My kids got new bikes for Christmas and I needed more space to keep them safe – I decided on a shed but I really wasn’t looking forward to doing all the ground work until I heard about EASYGrid!

Applying EASYJoint in Cold Conditions

EASYJoint can be used in virtually all conditions including rain and light snow, here are some tips and advice when using EASYJoint in cold conditions.