Shed Base Essentials: What to Consider Before You Build

A solid foundation is critical for the stability and durability of any structure, and sheds are no exception. A well-constructed base ensures that your shed remains level, reducing the risk of structural problems like warping or leaning in the future. It’s not just about giving the shed something to sit on; it’s about laying the…

How to Build a Summer House

Summer houses can take on various forms, from rustic cabins and chic modern pods to grand garden pavilions. However, they all share one common feature – they are spaces designed to enhance enjoyment of your outdoor environment, irrespective of their specific purpose. At its core, a summer house is an additional, often smaller, structure situated…

How to Build a Shed Base

How to Build a Shed Base

The majority of homeowners have some kind of structure in their gardens, whether it’s a shed, log cabin or form of bike storage; but many of us don’t consider the important steps that go into the planning of a new shed. We just assume that it gets delivered and set down where we want it…

6 Creative Ways to Use Solar Powered Lighting in Your Garden

6 Creative Ways to Use Solar Powered Lighting in Your Garden

Summer is the perfect time to take your indoor habits – relaxing, reading, eating – outside. Especially at the end of a scorching hot working day when you were stuck inside your workplace for eight hours or more. But there are one or two issues you might need to overcome to turn your nighttime garden…

8 Things to Consider When Buying a Garden Shed

8 Things to Consider When Buying a Garden Shed

Buying a shed is often a long-term investment, not something you do every few years. You’ll want to ensure that your choice stands the test of time, so making well-informed decisions is crucial. This guide zeroes in on the top eight key considerations you should keep in mind during this process. Take a look, and…

How to Create a Stepping Stone Path in Your Garden

How to Create a Stepping Stone Path in Your Garden

This is a simple job to do and shouldn’t take more than a few hours. But it can be hard work (see video below). A lot depends on the size of your garden, how many steps you want to lay, the weather and the ground conditions. Once the slabs are down, you’ll need to allow…