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Are you looking for decking? There will be so many options available, from employing someone to install decking for you, to fitting your own decking with the help of a decking kit. But how do you know if you are getting the best quality? And how can you tell that the option you are choosing will be the right one for you? How do you know if a decking kit will be the right option for you? Decking kits are essentially packages that contain everything you need in order to install decking. You can get different kits that will contain different types of timber, so there’s still plenty of choice if you want to make use of a decking kit. The general idea of a decking kit is that it... Continue reading
If you are someone who likes spending time in your garden and looking after it, then you may struggle to know what you can do during the winter months to allow you to still get the use out of your garden. Why not invest in a bird table, bird feeder or bird bath? The feeders are essential to birds especially during the winter months when the ground is harder and berry have all disappeared. It can give you a great feeling watching the numerous beautiful birds flock to your feeders during the winter not only allowing you to observe whilst they feed but also knowing that you may be helping them stay alive. If you have children, then you may feel that it is too cold for them to be... Continue reading
One of the most common arguments between neighbours is about boundaries and responsibility. If you live in a house which is attached to another or that shares a garden fence or wall etc., then it is important to establish who is responsible for the upkeep and any changes that are made. Often people say that you are responsible for the fence on the right-hand side of your property but this is not always the case so the only way you can be sure of this is to check the deeds. If one of the boundary walls or fences needs replacing or if you wish to change it for something else then be sure you know where you stand first. Check the deeds and with the local council to see what... Continue reading
Whilst it’s been wonderful basking in glorious, almost uninterrupted sunshine for what feels like forever, the heatwave presents a number of challenges for the green-fingered among us. Whilst warm weather in summer is not unusual, it’s rare for it to be so dry for so long. Believe it or not, actual rainfall isn’t that far off normal averages for this time of year, but what is different is how it falls. Rather than falling steadily and lightly over a number of days, some areas have had their month’s rainfall in just one day. Hitting the parched ground, much of this will run off without soaking into the land, meaning it does little good for vegetation. All around I see parched grass, nearly brown from lack of water – if this is... Continue reading
We Brits are great at complaining, we often complain in the winter that it’s too cold and the snow is causing disruption but then also moan during the summer if we have a week or two of hot weather. The hot weather can though be welcomed by many but if you are an avid gardener then you may struggle to keep your garden as vibrant and lush as you wish. Watering your plants and grass throughout the summer, especially during dry periods is a must. Ideally, they should all be watered once a day and not during the hottest time of the day. If you water plants when the sun is blazing on them you may end up scorching them. Wait until the late evening or if you are up... Continue reading