Photo: Unsplash Our gardens take a lot of beating, as do our homes. Weather can cause damage to all parts of our homes, which is why you should always consider looking to make repairs as soon as possible before they worsen. This will improve the look of your home. You should consider storm damage roof repair to ensure that your home is safe and then you can make onto the things that matter, such as the impeccable landscape design that you have dreamed of. Get creative in your garden space! Garden design is a multi-sensory celebration. A combination of colors, scents, textures ... read more
Planning a family friendly back garden
They always say that you should think of your garden as an extra room in your house and I think there's never been a year when I've agreed with that statement more. Lockdown made me appreciate our back garden more than ever before and we were so grateful for that extra "room" that we had for both the kids and us adults. In our case though the garden is very much a "room" that needs some work doing to it. Sorting it out has been on the to do list for a while now, but 2020 has moved up the list in terms of priority though. For us the garden needs to work for us as a whole family. Not ... read more
Top Tips For An Inviting Entryway
When people walk up to your home, they’re going to notice everything. We all do it; we walk past houses and we look at the windows and the front yard, and we spend time thinking about the types of people that must live within. It’s likely you do it, too. If you are concerned about first impressions - and let’s face it, even if you’re not - you need to be concerned about whether your home is inviting. You could have the best house on the inside but if the outside leaves it looking shabby, no one is going to pay attention to anything beyond that. For this, you need a plan! Below, we’ve ... read more
5 Ways Cable Railings Can Enhance The Value Of Your Living Space
As a homeowner, you would want your living space to look beautiful inside and outside. At the same time, the value of your home is important, whether you plan to live here for a lifetime or sell and upgrade eventually. While the value of a property depends on many factors, its physical attributes, and aesthetic appeal matter the most. Cable railings are a feature that can add both appeal and functionality to your place. They are typically used outdoors, for the areas like decks, balconies, patios, and gardens can have them installed indoors as well. Let us explain why they make an excellent ... read more
5 Tips to Make Effective Use of Your Backyard
Image Credit Some people tend to give their backyards the least attention, but with the right design, storage concept, and garden planning, your backyard could become a family sanctuary or a safe playground for your children. Research conducted in 2020 showed that about 65% of UK homeowners invested £55 billion in property renovations. In effect, homeowners spent an average of £4,035 on each renovation since March 2020, when the lockdown restrictions began. With many people spending more time at home, there is ample time to give your backyard a makeover and put it to good use. ... read more
Keep That Garden Gorgeous All Year Round
Gardening in the spring and summer comes relatively easy. So long as you can stay on top of the care and maintenance, that’s when it’s at it’s most beautiful, vibrant, and lively. However, when fall and winter start to come around, things start to slow down and the garden can start looking a little bare, even dead. Here, we’re going to look at tips to make sure that your garden looks its very best all year round. Photo - CC0 License Stay on top of it all The first thing you must do is that you don’t stop maintaining the garden just because things aren’t growing the way that they ... read more
The Additions Your Garden Needs Most
If your garden feels like it’s lacking a little something right now, you’re probably wondering what you can do with it to take it to that next level. There are so many options and ways of approaching this challenge, and it’s worth taking the time to get right. If you’re really not sure where to start, we’ve got some ideas for garden additions that could really add something important to your garden. Read on to find out more about these options. Image Source - CC0 License Creative Containers If you want to add a little sparkle and creative to your outdoor space, doing something ... read more
5 Simple yet Significant Gardening Rules Every Beginner Should Know
Gardens are the soul of any property and hence, they should be carefully and regularly maintained. Many people today are slowly embracing the idea of owning green areas depending upon the space they have. While a few people may own a good outdoor space in the form of a garden or a backyard, others customize and create the same on their terrace. What matters is one’s interest and dedication towards the same either in the form of hobby or understanding the importance of growing nature. Gardening not only satisfies the soul of the gardener but also beautifies the surrounding. It acts as a ... read more
Artificial vs Real: Which Grass Is Best For Your Garden?
If you are considering overhauling your garden then there is one question that should play on your mind; “Do I want artificial or real grass”? The line is fairly well split between the two options and when someone comes down on one side they can be fairly hard to move. Of course, both have their limitations but both have their benefits as well. Here you can see both, and decide if the grass really is greener. Source Purchase and Installation Artificial grass Artificial grass requires quite a bit of kit to install properly, including but not limited to: Excavation ... read more
Creating A Wonderful Garden For Your Home
Your home should be one of your favorite places in the world, and that includes your garden. For some reason, people forget about tending to their garden, and then it becomes an overgrown nightmare that nobody ever wants to go near. We don’t want that for your home, which is why we’re going to give you some advice on how you can create a wonderful garden” Keep reading if you want to find out more. A Vegetable Patch CC0 Licence - Link Source If you’ve got the time, then a vegetable patch is certainly something that you should consider adding. Not only is it practical in that you will ... read more