Paving the way for no slips and slides

What should I do to help my paving get through winter? Miles Winter, Shepton Mallet, Somerset DAVID: To prepare paving for the cold months ahead, clear slabs of debris, fallen leaves, weeds and the like, then give the slabs a good clean with a stiff brush and water.

Check for damage and fill cracks now to stop them becoming worse in icy weather. And finally, invest in grit or salt and sprinkle it on paving to keep it safe in the frosty conditions.