Whether you’re a car fanatic or a keen carpenter, owning a workshop at the bottom of the yard is a dream come true for us all. Unfortunately, we can’t all afford such a luxury, so some of us will have to stick to that old garden shed with a leaky roof. But, with the introduction …
When it comes to cutting down trees or cutting through large branches, chainsaws are extremely effective. When handled incorrectly, however, they can be quite dangerous. That is why it is so important to learn how to use a chainsaw safely. The following tips will help: 1. Use a blade guard when the saw is not …
As temperatures drop, home heating costs increase. Of course, no homeowner wants to spend more than necessary to keep their homes cozy and comfortable on those chilly fall days. Fortunately, there are several simple yet effective ways to reduce energy use without sacrificing comfort in the process. Re-Visit Your Thermostat Settings At what temperature do …
When it comes to gardening, there needs to be a place for all the tools, seed packets, compost packages, and the like, to go. Usually in the shed in the back of the garden, or in the big cupboard that seemed to come with the house stuck in the back of the brick. However, these …
Here in the UK, it is estimated that around 27 million people practice gardening as a hobby, which accounts for a retail market worth about £5 billion. It’s clear that gardening is a big part of UK culture and many residents not only take pride in their garden but see it as a source of …
In this day and age when the world’s population is highly disproportionate to the amount of food that is available, it is encouraged that we grow our own food. It is also proven that eating fresh, organic fruits and vegetables is better than eating store-bought ones, even if they are labeled fresh and organic. One …
Keeping your home comfortable and energy efficient does not have to be difficult. If your monthly home energy bills are through the roof, often poor attic insulation can be the root cause of it. Improper insulation material in your attic can lead to several problems. Here are some of the most common attic insulation problems …
If you want to have healthy trees, you need to make sure you keep them pruned. Not only will your trees stay productive and healthy, pruning will help them grow and remain safe during heavy rains and storms. In this article, we’ve compiled the top three reasons why you should keep your trees pruned. Please …
A 2012 survey revealed that around 42% of gardeners are jealous of their neighbour’s lawn. Lawn size was the number 1 factor, closely followed by neat, well-manicured lawns. The truth is, achieving a luscious lawn takes a considerable amount of work all year round. If you want to improve the condition of your lawn, our …
A lawn sprinkler is a mechanism that allows water to be distributed in a spray in order to irrigate a residential lawn or garden. To care your lawn sprinkler is an important tools. Lawn sprinklers are available in a wide variety of forms, materials and prices. The oscillating sprinkler is the most popular due to …
