Collaborative post Your garden shed is an important building, especially if you do a lot of gardening, but unfortunately, lots of garden sheds are not very hardy. Wooden sheds are prone to rotting, metal sheds can rust, and any shed that's neglected can quickly get into a bit of a state. There are a lot of things you can do to improve your shed so that it lasts longer, looks better, and is more enjoyable to use. Here are some easy ways ...
Top tips for adding a shed to your garden
Collaborative post Adding a shed to your garden can be a great way to increase storage space and improve the look of your property. If you're thinking about adding a shed to your outdoor space, there are a few things that you should keep in mind. Here are some tips to help you get started. 1) Choose the right location The location is one of the most important things to consider when adding a shed to your garden. It's essential to ...
Fun garden entertaining ideas
Collaborative post Whatever the size of your garden, you probably like the idea of using your outdoor space to entertain and relax. Whether you're keen on hosting barbecues, laid-back gatherings, or more formal events, there are lots of easy ways to make your garden a great place to welcome visitors, or simply enjoy some outdoor time with the family. Here are some fun garden entertaining ideas to help you host in style ...
How to maintain your garden shed this winter
Collaborative post Winter is a time of year when we tend to use our gardens and outdoor spaces less. But while you're staying cosy indoors, harsh weather conditions can take their toll on the exterior of your property. A common winter home maintenance task is protecting house walls, roofs and surrounding areas from snow and rain. But people often forget that there’s another area which requires extra care and attention during winter: ...
Simple Ways to Spruce up Your Garden
External post by Frederic Shaw If your property has a garden, you'll know just how useful it can be. A garden can be a play area for children, a social space in the summer, and the perfect place to indulge a love of gardening. However, it can be easy to prioritise other parts of our homes over the garden - and that's not necessarily a good idea. Here's why your garden is such a crucial element of your property, and some easy ways to make it ...
Win Burg-Wächter shed security products worth £85
This is a collaborative post in partnership with Burg-Wächter Welcome to a fantastic giveaway, courtesy of the lovely team at Burg-Wächter. I've got a bundle of their shed security products worth £85 to give away - perfect for making your belongings more secure in your outdoor storage. Home security products from Burg-Wächter Burg-Wächter is internationally recognised as a leading provider of security products for the home. From ...
Improving our shed security with Burg-Wächter
This is a collaborative post in partnership with Burg-Wächter Do you have a shed in your garden? If the answer to that question is yes, how confident are you about your shed security? With over 22,000 reported garden and shed burglaries in the UK every year, it’s definitely a good idea to make sure your shed and it’s contents are as secure as possible. We store all of our bikes in our shed, and unfortunately we’ve had to deal with ...
Garden Building Trends 2021
Collaborative post Are you looking for ideas on how to make the most of your outdoor space? If the answer is yes, this guide to the latest garden building trends is a great place to start. As the country entered lockdown last year and people spent more time at home, lots of us learned to use our outdoor space more effectively. The garden was recognised for its full potential, and soon became an invaluable extra 'room' where the family ...
Ten easy ways to get your garden ready for summer & outdoor entertaining
We all spend more time in our gardens in summer, but this year lots of us are planning on using them more than ever for outdoor entertaining. Is your garden ready for summer guests? During the colder months of the year, we naturally spend less time taking care of our gardens. When the weather warms up again in summer, we immediately want to get out there and enjoy them. The trouble is, there’s often work required to get things looking ...
Garden storage: GearHooks review & giveaway
Do you struggle to effectively manage the storage in your outdoor buildings? I suspect your typical family shed or garage has to cope with a multitude of storage challenges - including bikes, gardening equipment, DIY supplies, toys, and pretty much anything else that we don't want to store in the house. Here's what the inside of our shed usually looks like - be warned, it's not pretty... If I'm being completely honest, I actually had a ...