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29/04/2021

How to Clean Outdoor Furniture Covers

Furniture covers are great to ensure you keep your garden furniture in the best possible condition they can be in for longer. Why Clean Your Furniture Covers? Particularly during the winter months, it is a great idea to keep your covers clean. There are two main reasons for this How To Clean Your Covers Furniture covers are easy to maintain and keep clean. Using a soft bristle brush, along with mild soap and warm water, lightly scrub the entirety of the cover. Once clean, ensure you allow the cover to... Read More

22/04/2021
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Extending Your Home

When considering extending your home your first thought would be to build an extension. Whilst this does provide you with plenty of extra space, this can come at some financial cost as well as require planning permission and builders to complete the work. There are alternative ways to give the illusion of extending your home for considerably less money and without a lot of the hassle. Patio Covers Extending out of the back of your house, a large patio cover can offer outdoor seating and dining. Attached to your back-house... Read More

15/04/2021
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Creating a Vegetable Garden

Growing your own vegetables has never been so popular, and it is something which is straightforward to achieve in your garden. How Do You Start a Vegetable Garden From Scratch? First and foremost, you want to choose a section of your garden where you wish to grow vegetables. Whilst you may be tempted to start growing lots of things at once, it is better and easier to start gradually. The creation of a vegetable garden can begin at any point during the year, however Spring and Autumn, and in particular... Read More

18/03/2021
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Landscaping

We’ve all been spending more time in our gardens recently and this may have inspired you transform your garden. For when new planting and new furniture doesn’t cut it you can instead landscape your garden. This can be done in several different ways. Re-landscaping your garden can be fun and need not cost the earth. Turf/Lawn One of the most traditional features of many homes is that of a crisp green lawn. Perfect for lazing on or for playing sports, a patch of grass in your garden brings colour and... Read More

18/02/2021

5 Garden Furniture Ideas for 2021

Here are our top 5 garden furniture ideas for you to consider: Adjustable Height Tables A growing number of furniture sets are starting to include adjustable height tables. These allow for your garden set to be multi-functional and give your purchase extended usage. In the lowest table setting these allow for the table to act like a coffee table, being a comfortable height to rest cups of tea or magazines on, whilst you casually chat to friends and family. Whilst the mechanical side of adjusting the table differs with design... Read More

14/01/2021
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Make Your Garden the Place to be This Winter

You can still make the most of your garden in the winter. With a few additions to your outside space it could be used throughout the cooler months and look fantastic in the process. What Do You Do With Your Garden in The Winter? Tidy up any plants in your garden, as some of your seasonal ones may have died or need cutting back ready for next season. Try to weed your garden and areas surrounding perennial plants as much as possible, clearing paths and patios. If you have any... Read More

30/12/2020
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How To Makeover Your Garden For The New Year

With holidays in the balance due to the current pandemic a large number of people are instead looking to spend money on refreshing their gardens. If you are looking to makeover your garden for 2021 then we have a few tips available to inspire you. How Can I Transform My Garden Cheaply? Making over your garden needn’t be expensive. With just a few simple changes to your outside space you can dramatic refresh the overall appearance and feel of your garden: How Do You Start a Garden For Beginners? By... Read More

17/12/2020

How to Install Garden Railings

One of the most popular choices when it comes to distinguishing the front of your property boundary is a short wall with metal railings on top. This provides a traditional appearance whilst adding a natural balance to your garden and pathway. Do I Need Planning Permission To Install Railings? Before purchasing bricks or railings to start your project you may need to seek for planning permission. The following points would all require planning permission from your Local Authority. If you are in doubt over any of these points, or want... Read More

26/11/2020

How to Make Your Own Herb Garden

During the UK lockdown more of us are looking to grow our own produce at home. A popular way of getting into gardening and getting ‘green fingers’ is by planting up some herbs. What are The Easiest Herbs to Grow? The weather in the UK can be very unreliable at best, so it’s important to know which herbs will be adaptable in our climate. The following herbs are perfect both for starting out growing your own and are fine to grow here in our climate: Before purchasing your first set... Read More

22/10/2020

Choosing The Right Cover For Your Garden Furniture

Choosing the right garden furniture for your home can take time. Once you’ve made that all important decision, you’ll want to ensure it stays looking as new as possible, for as long as possible. To help ensure this, it may be worth investing in a cover to protect your furniture. What Are The Best Covers For Outdoor Furniture? Polyester is considered the most popular material for use as a cover. This is due to its durability, lightweight nature and when suitably treated water-resistant. This plastic material tends to be competitively... Read More