Nothing says ‘welcome to your new home’ better than a thoughtful and pleasing housewarming gift. Rather than chocolates or wine, living gifts like trees and plants will last for years and provide year-round pleasure (not to mention marking an important milestone in a homebuyer’s life). However, do you choose plants that fruit, shrubs or trees? …
Summertime is well and truly here and if you are looking forward to relaxing in your garden and revel in the soothing comforts of nature you need an outdoor retreat in your yard or patio to recharge and centre yourself. However, if you think creating that perfect outdoor escape is a huge project, then you …
Installing artificial grass in your garden comes with a whole host of benefits; from taking the stress out of gardening, all the way to keeping your garden green 365 days a year. But did you know that you can cut costs by installing artificial grass yourself? No workmen required! Read on and find out just …
Vegetable gardening is not just for people with a green thumb. Anyone can start their very own vegetable gardening especially now that gardening poses so many benefits. However, like all the things in our life, you must plan intensely ahead before you commit. You don’t want to end up with wasted effort and resources. As …
Junk is not something to look forward to. Be it in your home, office, construction place or your yard. You cannot give a shelter to junk. It is a big hindrance to cleanliness and ultimately can affect your health. Especially if the junk is in an open yard. It invites pests, insects, mosquitoes and many …
If you have a bit of a big task ahead in revamping your garden you will need to think about sourcing the right tools for the job. Unlevel ground, overgrown weeds, and other obstructions can mean undertaking major changes before you can even start planting and pruning. Whether it’s prepping to lay turf, transplanting trees …
If you’ve been searching for a home to rent, you realize just how dramatically outdoor space can vary from place to place. Single-family homes generally provide you the most, while apartments usually come with the most limitations, often providing only a small balcony or patio, if they provide any outdoor space at all. While it …
Living in the UK has probably made you extra aware of just how much changes as fall turns to winter and snow covers the ground. A particularly cold winter can be damaging to a garden you’ve worked all year to cultivate and tend to, as frost can cause the water in plant cells to actually freeze and …
Burst pipes can be a nightmare. Fortunately, you can protect your home from serious damage by taking the necessary precautions. The first thing that you will need to do is call a plumbing company. There are also things that you will need to do while you are waiting for a plumber to arrive. Find Your …
It is pretty annoying to hear the buzzing sound of housefly hovering around your food, table or head. Although the average housefly does not bite, it is responsible for spreading disease and pathogens by laying eggs on your food and other surfaces-yuck! Getting rid of flies from your home is non-negotiable; it is vital if …
