Fencing

We understand putting up a fence is no easy task. What’s more is if you’re putting up a fence for the first time, you might want to get familiar with the technical fencing terms before purchasing. If you’ve decided to begin a fencing project then read our handy fencing guide to aid you.

Over the last decade we have seen gardening rise in popularity, with many homeowners taking a great degree of interest in improving their backyard for a more enjoyable and comfortable home living space. Whether you’re looking to renovate your garden or complete those gardening jobs you planned years ago, read our blog to explore what we expect will be hot for gardens trends this year.

Autumn is well underway; darkness is drawing in sooner and the weather is getting colder. Leaves are falling and although the colours might be beautiful, some DIY is in order. Without adequate preparation, the harsher weather conditions that start making an appearance as we transition into winter will wreak havoc on various aspects of your garden, such as your wooden fence.

Maintaining your garden fence is extremely important. For starters, it is your main line of outdoor security against potential intruders. Your fence can also offer great protection against the effects of the weather as well as being an aesthetically pleasing garden feature.

Summer is the perfect time of year to get outside and give your garden some TLC. Treating your fence panels should be one of the chores on your list of things to do; your fence needs just as much care and attention as anything else in the garden, especially if you want it to last for a long time. If you look after your fence now, you’ll save money in the future that would have otherwise gone on repairs and replacement.

Fencing accessories are an essential part of any fence building project or repair. When bad weather causes damage to your fence panels or posts, it is important to repair them as soon as possible to prevent the damage from affecting the rest of the fence…

Decorative fencing is not only a great way to add some security and privacy, but it can also improve the aesthetics of your garden and help to create an attractive landscape design. There are many types of decorative fencing styles available in a variety of sizes, so you will be sure to find a type of decorative garden fencing to suit your home. To help you choose we take a look at three of our top selling fencing styles and explain how each one can enhance your garden…

Trellis has a variety of applications in a garden. It can hide unattractive areas, like a compost heap; provide support for climbing plants; add height to an prevailing fence; or act as a partition between yours and your neighbour’s gardens. Depending on its purpose, there are different ways to install trellis and the process is fairly simple, even if you’re a novice.

When you hear the term white picket fence it can conjure up thoughts and images of an all American family from the 50’s living in a big house with 2.5 children and a dog. Picket fences are however still standing strong and today they are still one of the most popular options for fencing a front garden

One of the first questions you may have when you’re thinking of replacing a fence is whether or not to speak to your neighbours first? It is always courteous to let your neighbours know of any work you plan to carry out in your garden, especially if that work involves a sudden gap in the fence!