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Garden Sheds Buying Guide

Garden sheds have long been a staple in many UK homes and gardens. These structures take pride in solving outdoor storage dilemmas and are a significant ‘home improvement’ that homeowners …

How to Organise a Shed to Declutter and Create Space

Organising your garden shed is an extremely worthwhile undertaking, especially if you are about to start a new gardening or summer season. By turning your cluttered shed into a clean …

How to Keep your Garden Shed Cool in the Summer

Garden buildings such as a shed, log cabin, or summer house can easily become too hot in the summer months, particularly if we are once again subjected to a heatwave. …

Creating the Perfect Hot Tub Gazebo Set-Up

Transforming your outdoor area into a cosy spot for your inflatable hot tub is what we’re all about. Think of it like creating a special hideaway where you can relax …

How to Grow Plants and Vines on a Pergola

Pergolas are outdoor roofs without walls – they’re great for chilling in your garden. Now, picture adding plants and vines to them. This guide will show you how to do …

What’s the Difference Between a Gazebo and a Pergola?

Are you trying to decide between getting a garden gazebo or a pergola for your outdoor area? It’s common for people to mix up these two structures, but they’re actually …

How to Keep Mice Out of Your Shed

Dealing with mice in your garden shed, wooden ones in particular can be a pesky problem. If overlooked, this can cause potential damage to your stored items and pose health …

How to Make Outdoor Log Storage

Welcome to our guide on making log storage outdoor, and say goodbye to messy log piles! In this guide, we’ll walk you through planning, material gathering, and construction. Plus, learn …

How to Protect Your Plants from Frost

Frost can wreak havoc on your garden, causing irreparable damage. So, in this blog, we’ll explore ways to shield your plants from the icy grasp of winter. Read on for …

Two pallet compost bins filled with homemade mulch.

How to Create Your Own Garden Mulch

Transform your garden into a thriving, growing space with a low-cost solution — homemade garden mulch. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting, making your own is an easy …