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Forming a Cottage Garden

September 13, 2014September 11, 2014 admin

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The term ‘cottage garden’ probably brings to mind a cosy garden set in the countryside, beside a traditional cottage, but you can get this style in most gardens, and it’s all about choosing the right plants, trees and shrubs. Old fashioned flowers offer an old fashioned style, and lavender lining with delphiniums and tulips will … Read More “Forming a Cottage Garden” »

‘Glam up’ your Garden

August 27, 2014August 21, 2014 admin

Gardens

When you’re holding a garden party, you may often feel that there’s not an awful lot you can do in terms of decoration. That doesn’t’ have to be the case though, and there are chandeliers, hanging baskets, and ribbons that you can hang off your trees, while garden dinner parties can even include cutlery hanging … Read More “‘Glam up’ your Garden” »

Different Types of Awnings

August 20, 2014August 20, 2014 admin

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An awning is an overhang covering designed to be used on the exterior sides of buildings. It generally consists of a strong fabric that is stretched out over a steel or wooden structure. Awnings are kept above a door, window or area close to the pavement. These are a very popular fixture in modern buildings and can be seen regularly in hotels, restaurants, movie theatres and houses. In this article, we 0take a look at the different kind of awnings and the purposes they serve.

The main varieties are:

1. Aluminium Overhang: These are more popular in residential areas. One of the reasons for its continuing demand is that it is a very long lasting product that can be used for as long as 30 years. The many benefits include cooler temperatures, extended furniture life and offering shade. These overhangs are also available in a number of different colours.

2. Retractable Patio Cover Systems: This is a modern product that adds another dimension to existing overhang technology. These systems are highly water proof and do not allow the fabric to become wet. They are also quite sturdy in construction and withstand winds very well. These have been popular in Europe for a long time and have recently become fashionable in the United States of America.

Getting a Gorgeous Green Lawn

July 25, 2014July 25, 2014 admin

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It is always said that the grass is greener on the other side. But this wouldn’t be the case if your lawn is well taken care of. Contrary to what most people think, there is more to growing and maintaining a healthy, lustrous green turf than watering and mowing the grass. A lawn also needs to be aerated, de-thatched and fertilized.

Is a lawn really worth your time and effort?

An ideal landscape consists of a well maintained lawn along with other components like say, a flower garden. All the effort you put into the lawn never goes in vain. Scientists have proved that a healthy lawn not only increases the value of your home due to its aesthetic appeal but also, keeps the humidity and temperature levels of the surrounding area low. In addition to this, it reduces soil erosion during the rainy season.

Markilux Syncra Awning

July 21, 2014August 1, 2014 admin

Gardens

When you get an awning, you aren’t just left left with a simple umbrella that will blow away if the wind picks up. However you have several options to choose from. We really like the Markilux Syncra which is a stand-alone frame made from Drop-forged aluminium which is secured into concrete footings. The awnings come … Read More “Markilux Syncra Awning” »