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Outdoor furniture trends 2021

January 18, 2021 by Catherine Leave a Comment

Collaborative post Are you thinking about updating your outdoor furniture this year? If the answer is yes - or even just maybe - this guide to the key outdoor furniture trends for 2021 is a great place to start. We spent much more time in our gardens last year, and 2021 is looking like it's going to be a similar story. If you're planning on sprucing up your outdoor space in time for summer, updating your furniture is a simple option ...

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Filed Under: Garden Design Tagged With: Entertaining, Garden, Garden design, Garden furniture, garden trends, gardenman, outdoor furniture, outdoor living

Backyard renovations: how much do they cost?

October 23, 2020 by Catherine Leave a Comment

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Collaborative post Is a garden redesign on your list of home projects at the moment? Backyard renovations are a popular choice when it comes to home improvement, particularly this year when lots of us have been spending more time than ever in our gardens. As with any home renovation project, the planning stage is a vital part of a garden renovation. You'll no doubt be thinking about how you'd like your outdoor space to look, but working ...

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Filed Under: Garden Design Tagged With: Decking, Fencing, Garden, Garden design, Garden Lighting, Garden maintenance, Garden tips, gardening, Lawn, Patio, water feature

Decking Trends 2020

November 12, 2019 by Catherine Leave a Comment

Collaborative post Are you considering adding a decking area to your outside space? This guide to Decking Trends for 2020 from decking experts DeckPlus takes a peek into the future of outdoor deck design. When it comes to external flooring options, few materials boast the enduring appeal of outdoor decking. With the ability to completely transform a garden, adding a decking area to your property can not only improve its aesthetic ...

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Filed Under: Garden Design Tagged With: Deck, Decking, Garden, Garden design, Garden Lighting, Garden tips, garden trends, trends

Tips for creating an outdoor living area

August 15, 2019 by Catherine Leave a Comment

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Collaborative post Do you think of your garden as an outdoor room? Using our gardens as an extension of our homes is a trend that’s most definitely on the rise.  The Office of National Statistics reports that the average number of people per household has remained constant this decade, but according to Which?, new houses built in the UK since 2010 are smaller than ever before.  So it’s no wonder that lots of us are looking to our ...

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Filed Under: Garden Design Tagged With: Entertaining, Garden, Garden design, Garden Lighting, Lighting, outdoor furniture, outdoor living, Outdoors, Patio

How to make the most of your patio space

May 15, 2018 by Catherine Leave a Comment

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Do you have a patio area in your garden?  Maybe you use it as a place to enjoy your morning cuppa, an outdoor entertaining area, or somewhere that the the kids can play while you keep an eye on them from indoors.  You probably use it for all of those things, and no doubt a few more too! It may be a hardworking area, but with a bit of effort, a patio can also look really great and enhance your outdoor space.  Treat it as an outdoor room, rather ...

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Filed Under: Garden Design Tagged With: Containers, Family, Garden, Garden design, Home, Outdoors, Top Tips

Is artificial grass a good option for family gardens?

January 30, 2018 by Catherine 2 Comments

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Picture the typical family garden in your mind, and chances are there’s grass involved.  Lawns are a popular choice in family gardens for good reason: they provide the all-important space that kids need to let off steam, be that through ball games, obstacle courses, imaginative role play, or plain old running around.  And of course, a lawn provides a softer landing than a paved area, while still being nice to look at. Lawns do require a fair ...

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Filed Under: Garden Design Tagged With: Artificial grass, Children, Family, Garden, Garden design, gardening, Grass, Outdoors

Using garden lighting to create safe and attractive outdoor spaces

January 22, 2018 by Catherine Leave a Comment

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The right lighting can make all the difference to your garden.  If you're looking to add some garden lighting to your outdoor space, this collaborative post has lots of tips and ideas to help you get it right. For kids, gardens are wonderful spaces. They provide them with a safe place to play, enjoy nature, entertain their friends and be creative. In fact, for everyone in the family, they are a great space to let off steam and truly relax. If ...

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Filed Under: Garden Design Tagged With: Children, Family, Garden, Garden Lighting, Home, Lighting, Outdoors, Top Tips

What to consider when choosing garden fencing

January 17, 2018 by Catherine Leave a Comment

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As well as serving a practical purpose, garden fencing can really enhance the look of your outdoor space.  Installing or replacing garden fencing can be a significant investment, so it's important to get it right first time.  This guide from the experts at Jacksons Fencing covers the important aspects to consider when choosing fencing, read on for lots of great tips. What material? When it comes to fencing, materials matter, and considering ...

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Filed Under: Garden Design Tagged With: Fencing, Garden, Garden design, Home, Outdoors, Top Tips

How to choose the best garden building for your home

March 13, 2017 by Catherine 10 Comments

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Do you have an outdoor building in your garden?  I would guess that most of us have a shed of some sort, but increasingly we are looking to our outdoor areas to provide additional living space too.  Rising house prices, the growing popularity of home working, and the trend towards slower living and re-connecting with nature are just a few factors contributing to the growing range of garden buildings on the market. If you’re looking to replace or ...

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Filed Under: Garden Design Tagged With: Family, Garden, Garden design, Garden office, Home, Outdoors, Planning, Playhouse, Shed, summerhouse, Top Tips

5 must-have tips for creating the perfect garden room

January 3, 2017 by Catherine Leave a Comment

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The arrival of a new year often gets us thinking about new home and garden projects; what's on your to-do list? I'm planning a new kitchen with views onto the garden, which will really increase the use of our patio and work wonders for outdoor entertaining.  I'm also dreaming about a lovely garden room; if you're looking to maximise your living space without major building work, they're a really great option.  If you're thinking about adding a ...

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