Author: Sharon Sutcliffe

What Benefits Do Summerhouses Offer?

What Benefits Do Summerhouses Offer?

Summerhouses are a good addition to your garden and can provide plenty of benefits. They’re relatively simple to install if you choose a prefab option, but even if you are building your own, the summerhouse can be finished in, well, a summer. What benefits can you expect from a summerhouse? Here are our top reasons…

1 July 2022 · General, Summer Houses

Garden Office Essentials For Hybrid Working

Garden Office Essentials For Hybrid Working

Garden offices are a practical and creative way to make the most of excess room in the age of hybrid working, with spacious exteriors ideal for installing or converting an existing building into a ready-made office away from the office. Despite many employees being asked to work away from the primary company building on alternating…

26 June 2022 · Garden Office

Tips to Create the Perfect Playhouse

Tips to Create the Perfect Playhouse

Every child loves to have a little space of their own, where they can be themselves and let their imagination run wild. Why not give them that space with a little playhouse in the garden that can serve as their special house? To make the playhouse even better, there are a few things you can…

14 June 2022 · Playhouse

5 Reasons You Need a Garden Shed

5 Reasons You Need a Garden Shed

Everyone needs a garden shed, even if they don’t garden. This is for many reasons, but today we will look at the top reasons you should have a garden shed in your garden. 1. Easy Tool Access Whether you’re looking to grab some pruning shears or a shovel, it’s useful to have everything right where…

16 May 2022 · General, Sheds

Can A Garden Office Add Value To My Property?

Can A Garden Office Add Value To My Property?

As a homeowner, you may, at times, find yourself wondering if there are any cost-effective ways to improve the value of your property. Aside from large scale building works, renovations and landscaping projects, are there any ways of increasing the worth of your house? Whilst you may not be planning on selling your house any…

7 May 2022 · Garden Office

How to Make a Dog Kennel More Appealing

How to Make a Dog Kennel More Appealing

Do you feel bad about putting your dog in their kennel? With a little care, you can turn the kennel into a space that your dog loves and enjoys being in. Whether you have a run attached to it or not, the actual kennel can be made rather appealing to your pet. It’s important that…

8 April 2022 · Kennel

Do Garden Buildings Require Planning Permission?

Do Garden Buildings Require Planning Permission?

Garden buildings can be a great addition to your garden. Whether you’re planning to lounge in a luxury log cabin, sunbathe in a spacious summer house or grow your own garden in a glass greenhouse, it’s important to first understand the planning policies put in place. When Will I Need Planning Permission? There are a…

7 March 2022 · Garden Room

Timber Dog Kennels And Other Garden Additions For Pets

Timber Dog Kennels And Other Garden Additions For Pets

The garden is likely to be one of your pet’s favourite locations within the home, with plenty of space for them to stretch their legs, release bundles of energy and play with their favourite toy in a relaxing environment. If you’re an animal lover with additional space in the garden, there are plenty of creative…

3 September 2021 · Kennel

5 Uses for Your New Garden Room

5 Uses for Your New Garden Room

A garden room gives you a lovely outdoor space to enjoy during the warmer months, but it’s not just for sitting around in. You can put your garden room to good use with a little planning. Here is what some people are doing with their own garden shed. Hobby Room Do you love to work…

3 August 2021 · Garden Room

How to Make Your Dog’s Kennel Inviting

How to Make Your Dog’s Kennel Inviting

Many dogs need to have some outdoor space to roam around and a kennel can be exactly what allows them to do this. You’ll need to plan carefully and help your dog become content in the kennel. Once they’re used to it, they’ll love to hang out in their own space and enjoy the freedom…

3 June 2021 · Kennel

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