If you are the type confident with basic do-it-yourself (DIY) tasks, then installing an artificial lawn shouldn’t be a heavy burden at all. However, there are several stages to the process and the project will necessitate utilizing a variety of products, so if at all uncertain, it is probably better to make use of a professional service provider.

How can we conserve energy at home and in our garden offices and other domestic buildings?

During this time of year we often get calls and emails from people asking 'how should clean my garden decking?' It seems that the first few days of summer always bring people out in numbers to the garden and the condition of their decking after the winter months is less than satisfactory. There is also an important safety aspect for keeping the garden decking clean as it will prevent the surface from becoming a slippery one. Cleaning hardwood decking isn't hard and will ensure the structure will remain in great condition for years to come despite the harsh winter elements. Here are couple of tips which we recommend you take.

Monitoring the water quality of your garden pond can have a huge effect on its ability to sustain life. The pH level (alkalinity or acidity) of pond water will affect fish health and determine whether aquatic plants will grow.

You have invested in your dream shower, you’ve only been using it for a couple of weeks and you notice the limescale marks marring the appearance of the glass, Quelle Horreur, how can you restore your sparkling and expensive glass cubicle to its former glory?

"Hard" water is the term used to describe water that has a high content of dissolved minerals, specifically calcium and magnesium. Living in a hard water area can have hidden costs and reducing the effects of hard water can save you significant amounts of money.

Whilst most of us will probably never get the chance to live by the waterside, we can create ponds or water features in our gardens that enable us to enjoy many of the benefits of being by the waterside.

There are many types of hedge serving different purposes, we have a very wide selection of hedging plants available and there are a number of factors to consider when choosing.

Can garden activities do you as much good as a brisk walk, or a morning spent in the gym? It seems that "yes" is the answer. Your favourite pastime may be all you need to keep healthy. Now, isn't that good news! Of course, it does depend on how active you are in the garden.

Hedgerows date back thousands of years. There is evidence that Romans planted thorn hedges to provide boundaries to estates.