Monthly Archives: January 2017

  1. Bringing People and Gardens Together

    Bringing People and Gardens Together

    We caught up with Ken at People and Gardens to find out about their work and some of the projects they're involved with, how gardening can provide substantial health benefits, and who they work with in the community for their projects and wider aims.

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  2. An Interview with Incredible Vegetables

    An Interview with Incredible Vegetables

    Recently, we caught up with Mandy Barber from Incredible Vegetables to find out all about how she started growing vegetables, how she has become one of the main growers of ulluco in the UK, and to get some vegetable growing tips for beginners.

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  3. How to Straighten Bowed Deck Boards

    This problem is easily corrected with a little know-how!

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  4. Garden Decking - How to Build a Decking Sub-Frame

    Garden Decking - How to Build a Decking Sub-Frame

    Before laying decking boards, it's important to get the sub-frame right to ensure that you'll have a firm and easy-to-maintain deck. Here are a few steps to take, in order to make sure that your garden decking is structurally sound and will last for years.

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  5. Choosing the Right Decking for Your Needs

    While it's always great to have the inside of your home just how you want it, there will come a time when you'll also want to start to make the most of your outdoor space. One great way to do this is to have some decking installed.

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  6. Deck Board Installation Advice

    Before you lay decking, we would recommend that any remaining work to the sub-structure, such as applying a protective finish, is completed. Take a look at our guide on building the sub-frame.

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  7. Deck Care and Maintenance

    In time, wood that is left untreated turns silvery-grey with a rough, bark-like surface. To help revitalise the surface, you should sand off any old, flaking stain or dirt and apply an annual coat of good quality wood preservative.

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  8. Water Features for the Garden

    Many homeowners dream of having a water feature in their garden; this can be a fountain, pond, waterfall, or even a stream. No matter the type of feature, water is a beautiful and striking addition to any garden.

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  9. Decking Construction Techniques

    All decks involve some basic construction techniques to ensure that the finished project will provide many years of service.

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  10. Fixing Balustrades and Rails

    Any deck can benefit from railings. The boundaries and the visual lines that the balustrades create add a sense of enclosure, privacy and safety.

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