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How Much Does Artificial Grass Installation Cost?
Recently ‘growing’ in popularity, artificial grass offers a great option for homeowners who are looking for a low-maintenance, visually appealing alternative to natural grass. Whether replacing your entire garden, creating …
Practical Garden Shed Roof Ideas: The Best Designs and Materials
Perhaps the most important aspect when looking to design or upgrade a shed is the roof. Not only can it change the aesthetics of your garden, but choosing the right …
Decking planning permission: do you need it, and if so, when?
When planning permission is at a record low, it’s understandable that many people are tired of the subject. But behind the duller aspects of the red tape, lie important considerations …
How to build a raised bed with sleepers as a newbie landscaper
If there’s anything that bridges the divide between experienced landscapers and people yet to embark on their gardening journey, it’s low-maintenance features that retain their appearance over time with little …
How to make a concrete base for a shed
Garden sheds are handy for a whole slew of reasons. You might require some additional storage space for all of your gardening bits and bobs, fancy yourself a DIYer and …
15 front garden fence ideas you can use to flex to your neighbours
The British front garden has been in a state of decline for almost a decade, with homeowners cutting back on greenery in favour of parking space. Whether you’re following this …
How to (re)paint decking: 3 methods to easily enhance your garden deck
Your decking might not be the first thing on the agenda when approaching a garden refresh, but it has the capacity to enliven your entire plot. The thing about decking …
12 north facing garden ideas that will grow on you
A newly planted garden looks enchanting with freshly bedded flowers, but what happens when they fail to absorb the sunlight they need to bloom? It doesn’t take long for a …
Garden fence repair 101: How to fix a fence from posts to panels
Your garden fence is more than just a boundary marker; together with a neatly landscaped garden, it provides privacy, security, and aesthetic value to your outdoor space, which can translate …
10 creative garden shed interior design ideas
Garden room, potting shed, shack, outbuilding, man cave, she-shed or whatever you call it, you want this outdoor space to feel like a piece of heaven. That’s why it’s important …
Level up your garden: how to build railway sleeper steps
There’s one thing we DIYers and landscapers can’t stand. And that’s the attitude of unattainability circulated around sculpting a dream garden. We’re not just talking about price here but the …
Can you paint decking? Learn about refinishing composite and timber decks from the experts
Picture this: the height of summer is around the corner, the days are longer, and you’re itching to revamp your outdoor living space just in time for those backyard barbecues …