A beautiful home for sale in Rancho Cucamonga, California, USA – Photo Courtesy: Gabriel Chag Pet home improvement projects serve as the perfect hobby for idle home owners. They also help boost the home equity value when it’s time to sell. Some of the simplest DIY projects can have the biggest impact on your […]
Proper Care For Your Trees Could Actually Increase The Value Of Your Property
Most of us don’t actually realise how valuable our trees are. In fact, it is estimated that trees could increase the value of your property by up to 20%, although this will very much depend on the number of trees, their species, their location and how mature they are. Some of the main benefits that […]
The Pros And Cons Of Cultivating A Perfect Lawn
A lawn is a traditional feature of many gardens. Old fashioned gardens always had acres of grass and lawns were often used as outdoor areas for entertaining, playing games, and as a way of breaking up the different sections of the garden. Many modern gardens are designed around a central lawn area. Flower beds and […]
Build Your Dream Shed On A Budget
Writing Shed in the country retreat of the novelist Virginia Woolf (Monk’s House), Rodmell, Lewes, Sussex, UK – Photo Courtesy: Oliver Mallinson Lewis Roald Dahl had one, Dylan Thomas and Virginia Woolf had one and even rock legend Roger Waters had one. They’re used for creative hideaways, office space, storage or even just a place […]
Why Every House And Garden Should Have A Fire!
There is nothing more comforting and snug than curling up in front of a fire at the end of a long, cold day. Fires give the sort of warmth and ambience that no heating system can offer – there is nothing quite like it. Fires aren’t just for indoors either – a chiminea or fire-pit […]
Which Type Of Outdoor Flooring Should You Use? Here’s How To Choose
A beautifully laid Brazilian Hardwood Itauba outdoor floor in a home in Vancouver, Canada When you are considering all the different types of outdoor flooring that are on the market, it is really easy to become overwhelmed and not know which option to take. It helps if you think your decision through by considering […]
The Top Five Gadgets To Buy A Keen Gardener
A Gardener – Photo Courtesy: Andra MIhali Some people love tinkering around in their garden. Others, on the other hand, hate it with a passion and would much rather stay indoors with a good book and a nice bottle of Pinot Grigio. If your other half falls into the first category and you are wondering […]
How To Get The Most Out Of Your Outdoor Porch
“A swing, a glass of wine, a mountain view, and thee” – Ken and his wife on their lovely porch in Tucson, Arizona, USA. Photo Courtesy: Ken Bosma Outdoor porches are highly desirable, especially on warm days when you just want to sit outside and relax for a while with friends and family without having […]
Planning The Perfect Barbecue – Get The Most Out Of Your Outdoor Entertainment Space
Celebrating ‘Australia Day’ with Barbecue – Photo Courtesy: Mosman Council There is nothing more Australian than getting together with some good people and enjoying a ‘barbie’. Barbecuing is fun, social, and also gives you a chance to enjoy some delicious fresh food and make the best use of your garden, beachfront area, patio or deck. […]
6 Must-haves For An Awesome Outdoor Kitchen
Photo Courtesy: Landscape Design Advisor So, you’ve pulled off the masterstroke and found the space to set up an outdoor kitchen. Just having an outdoor kitchen alone is quite an awesome thing in itself anyway. But you know it’s never enough, especially when you’ve put all that effort and money into creating that fabulous little […]
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