When stone patio furniture is placed in the correct position, it can add spice to the overall appeal of an area. Unfortunately, stone patio furniture is not beneficial in all areas and there are places where it can be more detrimental than useful. This article will provide information on the different pros and cons to …
Those beautiful summer months are finally almost upon us, which means it’s time to get out into the garden and prepare it for the warmer weeks ahead. There’s nothing more exciting than that first glorious day when you can swing open those patio doors and enjoy a sunny afternoon in the comfort of your own …
A house is a literal concrete building. A home, on the other hand, has a much more personal meaning. This word carries a very strong emotional connotation, a sense of personal connection with a place while the word “house” significantly implies just a neutral feeling. Most of us probably have a house, whether it is …
We tend to prefer that things last as long as possible — and that goes for our homes as well. Unfortunately, that is not the case and houses undergo wear-and-tear just like any other material item. Additionally, unless you are an inspector or very perceptive of change, the subtle distress of the home’s structure tends …
Garden soil is one of the primary factors that helps in proper plant growth in pots and planter boxes as well as in the enhancement of production in well-developed vegetable gardens. The soil of your garden should not be treated as a means of just supporting the plants, rather its role is much more substantial …
After a rigorous day’s work there nothing more appealing than achieving fine relaxation on some nicely designed furniture. Living in a world where ailments are part and parcel of us, getting furniture that both ergonomic for both leisure and health is the perfect fit. It is no surprise that homeowners are opting for message chairs …
Some people have green fingers, everything seems to bloom and grow healthily. It may be they have a special talent, but it’s not impossible for anyone to achieve good results. It takes time, care and a degree of knowledge gained by experience, or listening to sound advice. Rattan Direct are committed to delivering guidance on …
Available in a wide array of colors, sizes, and growing habits, ornamental grasses are a wonderful group of plants which can add beauty and interest to your garden. They are known to perform well as container plants and tend to attract a variety of fauna into your garden.Widely acclaimed as plants of all seasons, ornamental …
As the mercury rises and the weather starts being a bit more pleasant, many of us feel the urge to channel our inner Monty Don and start tending our garden a bit more. Whether your garden is a balcony with a few pots, or several acres in Herefordshire, plants generally follow the same rules and …
Our gardens have a number of different purposes. They’re a space to relax, to entertain and spend time with family and friends. They’re somewhere for our children and pets to play, or where we can make ourselves busy growing herbs or looking after flowers. However, our gardens are also somewhere we can help wildlife. Since …
