If you have garden space that you just aren’t using for anything in particular and want it to fulfil some kind of useful purpose, you should consider investing in an oak framed orangery. They are very similar to conservatories, in that they are extensions built onto existing houses that form…
Making a Home Lift Stairlifts have been around for many years, but home lifts are becoming increasingly more affordable and popular. Instead of hiding them away in a cupboard or putting them in the corners of rooms, there are now plenty of examples of people making them centrepieces in their…
Real Lawns vs. Fake Lawns: Why I still prefer Natural Lawns In the agriculture and gardening world there are many controversial topics, like Roundup Ready crops, or native vs nonnative plants. One that tends to hit close to home is the real grass vs artificial grass debate, especially as this…
Top tips on dog proofing your garden When you first bring your dog home you might think that you have done all you can to make your garden dog proof. However, we recommend taking a look at our tips just to make sure you have everything covered. Shut your garden…
Garden decorating? Choose from these breathtaking ideas! Many people focus on decorating the inside of their homes but end up overlooking the vast possibilities of the spacious outdoors. Particularly, their garden. Your garden is an extension of your indoor space and should be used to its full advantage, so don’t…
Have a plan It may seem like an obvious tip but never take for granted the importance of a plan. When it comes to refurbishing your garden, things can take longer than you expected. There are external variables to consider such as weather, roots and piping. If you are considering…
Energy Efficient Home Improvements That Pay Off Excessive consumption of energy and water takes its toll on our planet and puts our future at risk. It’s clear that we need to take immediate action, but what intimidates most people is the price of that action. Adopting a green way of…
Top Garden Trends for 2017 Image Source Your house may be ready to take on 2017, but is your garden or outdoor space? This year, you may notice some old trends gaining new tweaks, and some completely new ways of gardening creeping into backyards. Brightly-colored, unique plants, living green walls,…
Beautiful Interior Design Trends for 2017 Since 2016 is nearly over, now is the perfect time to start thinking about updating your home for the coming year. Whether you’re considering a complete makeover or changing just a few accents, you’ll want your home to keep up with worldwide interior design…
How to Pattern Using Tiles Tiles have been used since antiquity to cover both walls and floors and for many good reasons. Durable and attractive they protect what’s underneath or behind them while adding beauty to wherever they are installed. There are many tile patterns to pick from to help…
