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Welcome to your ultimate destination for expert tips, the latest trends, and invaluable advice on garden sheds, storage solutions, and outdoor living spaces. Whether you are looking for inspiration to transform your garden, guidance on choosing the perfect shed, or maintenance tips, we have got you covered.
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The Importance Of A Sturdy Concrete Shed Base
30/06/2022
With a garden shed likely to include all manner of important tools, expensive equipment and hobby appliances, there are plenty of reasons to protect garden outbuildings from harm and long-term damage. Though there are plenty of security accessories, paints and additional measures which can be taken to reinforce the lifespan of your chosen shed, few options are more effective than
Improving Shed Security: What You Need To Know
30/06/2022
Often conveniently storing everything from pricey lawnmowers, hedge trimmers and chainsaws, to various other power tools and appliances, a garden shed should be adequately protected from intrusion as a bare minimum. Though you may not expect it, criminals do often target large sheds and outbuildings, with the objective of reselling tools and electronics found inside. A 2019 report even suggests
Fun Themes For A Children’s Playhouse
30/06/2022
Do you have a growing family and space in the garden? Then there are few better options than investing in a children’s playhouse. Highly customisable, safe and durable, playhouses are perfect for those chilled out Sundays, the school holidays, or Summer months. Regardless of your child’s age and preferences, playhouses can be adapted to fit interests and activities, with wooden
A Guide To Setting Up A Garden Office
30/06/2022
In this ever-changing post-lockdown world, we are seeing drastic shifts in the way that we go about our working lives. With more and more businesses implementing hybrid roles as well as remote positions, the days of a strict 9 to 5 office culture seem to be fading away. As the once-alien concept of working from home has now become the
How To Choose The Correct Shed Paint And How To Apply It
30/06/2022
Painting your current garden shed comes with a long list of essential benefits. Compared with the costs of purchasing a new shed, repainting your current garden shed is a much more cost-effective method of restoring your shed to its former glory. Using high-quality paint with a strong primer and coat of UV protective paint will ensure your garden shed remains
How to Organise a Prefab Garage
26/05/2022
If your home didn’t come with a built-in garage, you don’t have to leave your vehicle outside all the time. In fact, you can have a prefab garage installed rapidly and immediately give your vehicle protection. There are many types of prefab garages and garden buildings that will work as timber garages, so if you don’t currently have one, just
A Guide to Choosing the Right Garden Playhouse
26/05/2022
If you look at your childhood, you likely had a special place you liked to hide away in or a place you enjoyed playing with friends or siblings. Whether this was a treehouse, a garden playhouse or simply a clearing in the woods, it was your space. This is something every child can benefit from, so consider adding a playhouse
How to Get Started with Your Greenhouse
26/05/2022
Once you have a greenhouse set up, what do you do with it? Many gardeners dream of this moment, but once it comes, you may not be sure where to begin. Today we’ll look at what you can do to start using your new greenhouse and start growing amazing produce or other types of plants. What to Grow You can
How Long Will a Plastic Shed Last?
26/05/2022
There are many types of garden sheds available to you, including plastic sheds. These are appealing to many because of their versatility, but will they actually hold up to the weather and being outdoors? You’ve likely seen how quickly plastic can deteriorate in the sun and rain, so you probably don’t want to invest in something that will end up
Five Reasons You Need a Garden Shed
26/05/2022
Garden sheds are quite common in most homes, but if you don’t yet have one, you can rapidly remedy this situation. There are ready-built garden sheds that make it quite simple to install one in your garden. It will be ready to use immediately. So, why do you need a garden shed? There are several reasons. Move Things Out of
The Advantages and Disadvantages of Timber, Plastic and Metal Sheds
28/04/2022
A storage shed is the ideal exterior solution for storage of tools, plants and all sorts of useful equipment. Practical and available in a range of size or materials, a shed is much more than an area to contain your lawnmower and seedlings. Perhaps you need an area to set up a workshop? A Large personalised space to host guests?
Different Types Of Metal Garden Buildings From Steel Sheds To Prefab Garages
28/04/2022
For many people, a garden is the pride of your home. With flora, fauna and ornaments aplenty, the exterior of your household should offer a relaxing and practical area to unwind while surrounded by nature. Thankfully there are plenty of additions which can be made to a garden space, including custom storage solutions, handy areas to contain plants and brilliant
How To Customise A Playhouse For Your Child
28/04/2022
Now the summer months are approaching, it’s time for the garden to be used more often. While as an adult you’re content to just relax in a chair and enjoy the sun, children often require a bit more entertainment. A playhouse is a great way to give your child a place to have fun, giving them a space that is
Benefits Of Installing A Bike Shed
28/04/2022
Cycling is a great way to get a bit of exercise and go from place to place easily. If you’re looking for a way to store your bicycle outside, whether it’s at home or work, a bike shed is a great way to do this. Here are some of the benefits of having a bike shed, for residential and commercial
3 Crops To Grow In A Greenhouse & 3 To Plant Outside
28/04/2022
A greenhouse is a perfect spot to grow crops all year round, perfect for giving stable conditions to aid beginners with the basics and a specialised spot for experienced gardeners to grow whatever they want. But while they offer a place to protect plants and create an ambient atmosphere, some plants will actually thrive better outside of a greenhouse environment.
How to Improve the Appearance of your Shed
22/03/2022
Sheds can be invaluable when it comes to providing extra storage for your tools, equipment and bikes. However if neglected, the appearance of your shed can start to deteriorate and as a result, impact the overall image of your garden. Rather than just having your shed as an extra place to store things, why not improve its appearance by touching
The Benefits of Owning a Greenhouse
22/03/2022
Essentially, a greenhouse is a building that has glass walls that helps plants and vegetables to grow. Considering that this structure has glass windows, this means the inside stays warm regardless of the weather. Whether you are a keen gardener or just starting to get into it, investing in a greenhouse is something that you should consider because of the
Three Reasons Why You Should Invest in a BBQ Hut
22/03/2022
It goes without saying that for many of us, the garden is one of the most important parts of the house. One way of improving your garden area and making it a social hub for friends and family is by investing in a BBQ hut. Barbecue huts are particularly effective because they allow you to throw a grill party, whilst
Garden Storage Ideas From Custom Sheds To Storage Furniture
22/03/2022
and another begins. Clutter and mess can easily form around the house if not monitored regularly, and having a number of available storage solutions within the interior and exterior of your home is sensible. Whether a pile of junk has formed in the corner of your garden space or you’re in need of a place to store the tools and
The Key Advantages Of BBQ Huts And How Best To Utilise Them
22/03/2022
With the Summer slowly creeping up on us, and weather gradually improving, barbecue season is almost here, and no better way to celebrate than by hosting friends for a get-together. One of the trends of the season is sure to be BBQ huts. An all-purpose solution to seasonal party hosting, there are a huge number of advantages to investing in