Do you enjoy spending time in the garden? If so, you probably value your garden privacy and find it less than relaxing to be overlooked. Luckily, a garden can always be made more private, even if you're on a tight budget. Planting trees and shrubs is a great way to create a natural barrier between your garden and the rest of the world. Bamboo is another popular option, as it grows quickly - although it needs to be controlled if you want to ...
Backyard renovations: how much do they cost?
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, the planning stage is a vital part of a garden project. You'll no doubt be thinking about how you'd like your outdoor space to look, but working out your ...
Garden fencing: which type to choose
Do you have fencing in your garden? Chances are it features somewhere in your outdoor space, whether it’s for the purposes of security, privacy, a decorative feature, or a combination of all of these. Installing or replacing garden fencing can be quite an investment, which makes it all the more important to make the right choice that suits your needs and your garden. If there's a fencing project on your list of home renovations, here’s ...
What to consider when choosing garden fencing
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 ...
Ideas for creating privacy in a family garden
Do you think of your garden as an outdoor room? At this time of year in particular, our gardens work hard to give us extra space for outdoor dining, family garden games, entertaining, and simply relaxing in the sunshine. Using our gardens more can make us feel the need to create some privacy. Unless your house is situated in a large, detached plot, your garden is likely to be overlooked in some way. Even if you get on well with your ...