With half the world in lockdown due to Covid-19, many of us are rediscovering our backyards or gardens as a place to entertain the kids and get some fresh air. Many of us, however, are also realising that the space behind our homes isn't as child-friendly or inviting as it could be to ensure that that our kids can run wild and get rid of some of their excessive energy. If you want to transform ...
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How to spruce up your home for less
Whether you have recently moved into a new home or you are simply looking to reinvigorate a property you’ve been at for a while, there are a number of ways to do so without breaking the bank. A little change or investment can make a great impact or even add value to your property - never a bad side effect, even if you aren’t looking to move on just yet. Paint A lick of fresh paint can make a ...
Get Into Gardening This Summer
If you have a garden or outside space with your home, then do you see it as something that is stressful or something that is really enjoyable? If you find that the former is more than what you think, then would you believe that planting a garden can be a great way to relieve some stress? No matter what size of space that you have, the physical act of making your outside space your own, can be a ...
5 Creative Ways to Bring Your Outdoor Space to Life this Summer
Who doesn’t love summer? With temperatures allowing us to enjoy the outdoors and the sun on our skin, the garden becomes an extension of indoor living. Add a little more pizzazz to your outdoor space this summer with these creative ideas. Plant Up If you’re stuck for planting space or just want to give your garden an extra dimension, vertical planting is the way to go. And it can be easily ...
How to look after your garden furniture - Keep Your Garden Furniture Looking Fresh This Summer
Whenever we buy garden furniture, we don't only want it to be comfortable and look stylish. We also want it to last! This means that we need to make sure that no matter what the weather may throw at it, it's going to stand the test of time. This is particularly true if you have invested a fair amount of money in your furniture of choice. But how do you start protecting your teak bench, or any ...
Herbs and flowers that keep flies away
Is there anything worse than sitting down to enjoy a picnic only to find that every fly in a 10-mile radius decides to come along and enjoy it too? Whether you are picnicking in the garden or enjoying a lazy afternoon at a local park or the beach, these flowers will help to keep flies away, so you don't have to worry about any nasty bugs and critters. Either plant them in your garden or use them ...