garden & garden gazebos
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Driveway Gates: Practical Tips for Homeowners
To a lot of people, driveway gates are a lot more than just a gateway to their property. It is a showcase of how their property looks, a source of protection, and nowadays – something that is a must. However, it is not a decision to be made easily. It requires a lot of thinking…
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Is your garden furniture protected from the elements?
Garden furniture is quite an expensive addition to any garden especially if you want superior wooden pieces. It is important therefore that the furniture is protected from the rain, sun and ice so that it lasts for years to come. Protecting the garden furniture starts way before winter as wooden furniture needs to be treated…
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How to utilise more of your commercial outdoor space
If you own a business such as a restaurant or café then you may wondered how you can best utilise your outdoor space to allow for more guests and to still have a place that people can use when the weather is not all that great. There are a number of outdoor living products that…
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The Different Types of Patio Awnings
Choosing to add an awning to your patio can be an exciting time. But, it is not all going to be smooth sailing. Upon research, you are going to discover that there are a wide variety of styles of patio awnings that you can invest in. Today, we are going to help you understand the…
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Is decking a good alternative to paving?
A question many people have when they are looking to create a living area in their garden is whether they should choose a decking area or a paved patio. There are advantages and disadvantages to both these options, so it really is a case of which suits your garden best. Decking is a popular option…
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The best garden furniture for small spaces
Many of us regard our gardens as an extension of our indoor living space and love throwing open the patio doors onto an outdoor area that is bedecked with comfortable seating, ambient lighting and tasteful ornaments and candles. It does not matter if the outside space is small as long as all the available space…
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Water features for the modern garden
Many people think that having a water feature of some type in their garden is only for those with large gardens, but the good news is that a small water feature adds interest to even the smallest outdoor space. A water feature is easy to install as long as there is a power supply outside…
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Are Oak Beams Worth The Investment?
When making any building improvements to your property it is likely you will need to consider what type of beams you are going to use for your frame. Sometimes these can be covered or left on show, that choice is up to you. But, what materials are the best for these beams? The material we…
Budget Gardening
Gardening on a budget can be difficult, particularly when you’re trying to do a complete redesign of the space’s layout. You can work around it by trying to get awnings, roof terrace covers , and furniture all around, but even so it will be difficult. The easiest way of doing it is by looking on the internet for options, and potentially visiting some shops, to see if they have any reasonable quality furniture available.
Garden Fencing – What to Look out For
There are a lot of garden fencing options to choose from, with differences in size, shape and materials, so you should be careful about what garden fence panels you order. The best material to use is actually plastic as it will last the longest, but you can get plastics which look like wood fences if that’s important to you.