Tag: Garden
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13 eco-friendly and stylish ways to re-use brick in a garden
If you’ve got bricks left over from your self build, or have ended up with a big pile of them as a result of removing walls during a renovation, looking at ways to re-use brick in a garden can be one way of making sure they don’t go to waste. As well as saving you…
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How to buy garden land from a neighbour to build a house
When the search for a self build plot seems fruitless and frustrating, have you considered looking closer to home? Buying land off a neighbour with a generous garden is a popular option, when and where it’s possible. This approach to finding a plot comes with advantages, such as knowing the area, not having to move…
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Garden wall height regulations UK: Why your rear wall can be larger than the front
Building a garden wall is a popular choice for creating a boundary on your property, but you aren’t just free to build one as high as you want. While the material you use to build the wall isn’t always an issue, there are garden wall height regulations in the UK that you must adhere to…
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Where to put drainage in your garden
Good drainage is essential in any garden if plants are going to thrive. If you regularly spot surface puddling after rain, or waterlogged areas of soil or lawn it’s a sign you need to look into what’s going on and correct any potential problems before they escalate. Surface puddling could simply be caused by compacted…
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How to protect your garden during a build
Understanding how to protect your garden during a build is vital if you’re going to prevent damage to your plants, shrubs and trees. While undertaking an extension for your home is an exciting prospect it’s also important to make sure your garden doesn’t suffer during the process, so that it ends up needing an overhaul…
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How to design a garden for a contemporary home
The connection between house and garden is key in contemporary landscaping design. If you’re interested in finding out how to design a garden for a contemporary home, the ideal is an outdoor space designed to complement both your interior decor and your lifestyle. The signature look for contemporary landscaping tends to be a combination of…
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How To Add Interest To Garden Spaces
Creating an engaging and visually appealing garden space doesn’t always require a complete overhaul. Often, it’s the thoughtful details, clever features, and creative accents that bring a garden to life. Whether you have a compact courtyard or a sprawling backyard, there are many ways to add personality and charm. Here are several effective and inspiring…
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Can garden rooms with bathrooms be stylish and practical?
Garden rooms with bathrooms are an appealing upgrade if you’re needing extra living space without the disruption of an extension. Offering convenience (after all who wants to run up the garden path to the house every time nature calls), and the opportunity to use your garden room ideas for more than one purpose, adding one…
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Can you use a garden room as a bedroom? We explain the rules
If you’ve ever looked at garden room ideas and wondered if they could be a solution to your sleeping needs, you’re not alone. It’s a question commonly asked by homeowners considering one. However, the answer to can you use a garden room as a bedroom isn’t quite as simple as a straight yes or no.…
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9 front garden wall ideas that blend style and practicality
As well as addressing practical considerations like privacy, security and defining boundaries, front garden wall ideas can be used to add a stylish design feature to your property. Combined with other landscaping ideas such as paving, planting and gravel this will help to boost kerb appeal. When deciding what style of garden wall works best…