Shade & Shelter
Most owners of British gardens will eventually reach a breaking point after three washed out barbecues or two summer afternoons of squinting at the BBQ. The weather has other ideas. These structures tackle the problem of needing space to use the garden.
GARDEN ROOMS & GLAZING
Most garden purchases are reversible. A garden room with glazing or glass pergola is not. It alters how the house looks, how the garden functions, and how the two relate to one another. Get it right and it becomes one of the most loved and utilized rooms of the home. Get the specification wrong and it’s either too hot in July, too cold in November, or it’s leaking at the roof junction in five years. The difference is made by decisions (often the right ones) made before anything is physically ordered.
This section deals with glass pergolas, independent garden rooms, and glazed structures that are a midpoint between a conservatory and an open outdoor room — i.e. they are weatherproof and usable all-year-round, and are designed to be connected to the garden rather than sealed off.
Garden Rooms
Gates & Access
Every day, a gate will be opened, used in the rain, and sometimes people can be in a hurry and end up leaving a gate half-open, or the latch is stiff and the post shifts, so people leave it open for months. Many people chose their kitchen tap after researching and spending a lot of time on it, but choose their gates in a hurry with little thought and wonder why it looks worn after three years. The choice of material, fixing and operation all have long lasting consequences and some can be very expensive to redo.
The main options for gates would be timber, wood, and wrought iron, aluminum and for driveways, automatic sliding or swing. These would work for different properties and different levels of maintenance.
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Things to Consider When Looking to Buy a Cantilever Parasol
Most garden furniture is bought spontaneously. The sun comes out and the barbecue is dragged into the garden shed. In the middle of that frenzy, someone utters “we really should sort some shade out.” It’s usually not the first thing on the list, but that is the first of many purchases that usually dictates how…
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Pergola with Retractable Roof: A Way to Expand the House into the Garden
There’s a point where the house ends and the garden begins. A step, a threshold, a strip of air. That edge often gets overlooked. But it’s in that in-between where the most interesting space can be made. A space that isn’t quite indoors, not entirely outside either. It changes with the seasons, and with the…
Metal driveway gates
Gates for your driveway will offer you security and privacy, making your home safer and a more pleasant place to be. There are various gates you can choose, but metal driveway gates are one of the most popular options. Metal is a durable material that will last well out of doors, and you can choose from different decorative designs to suit your home. Metal gates will complement all homes and driveways, whether you are looking for a modern or traditional aesthetic. You can choose something as simple or as ornate as you like – generally, the gates will be made from a quality metal like steel, and will feature an attractive wrought iron design.
Aluminium Gates
One of the very many benefits of aluminium gates is its amazing strength and durability – particularly its ability to withstand the harshest of weather conditions. And because of its strong and robust properties, aluminium gates also offer a higher element of security. Even though aluminium is strong by nature, its also very lightweight, making installations much more straightforward. And so if you’re looking for something low maintenance, affordable, strong and robust – then aluminium makes an ideal gate choice.
Personalise your home’s windows and garden design
Installing double glazed windows is an excellent way to add insulation and noise reduction to your home. Framed in PVC or composite materials for low maintenance, double glazing features two panes of glass with a sealed air gap in between to prevent heat transfer. This improves energy efficiency and reduces condensation and frost on the window glass in cold weather. Double glazed units also help block outside noise from traffic or noisy neighbours. For added insulation, argon gas fills the gap, while soft coatings reduce solar heat gain inside your home on sunny days. Various styles like casements, sliders and awnings are available to match your home’s design. Pair new double glazed windows with coordinating garden décor for a put-together look outside. For cottage-style charm, whitewashed planter boxes overflowing with colourful blooms complement new windows with mullions. Contemporary homes benefit from sleek window frames combined with ornamental grasses and minimalist water features outside. The choices for personalising your home’s windows and garden design are endless.
Patio Awnings
Patio awnings have become increasingly popular among homeowners seeking to create a comfortable and inviting outdoor living space. A patio awning is a shade solutions not only to provide protection from the weather but also add a touch of luxury to your garden. By selecting a quality awning for your home, you can enjoy your outdoor space for many years to come.
Enhance Your Outdoor Living Space with Electric Awnings
These innovative sun protection solutions are perfect for transforming your patio, into a luxurious outdoor living space. Investing in an electric awning you can maximise your outdoor living space. With their ease of use, durability, and stylish designs, electric awnings offer the perfect blend of form and function. Buy electric awnings and upgrade your home’s outdoor space today and start enjoying your garden no matter the weather.
Elevate Your Home and Garden with a Versatile Garden Room
A garden room is a clever way to extend your home living space to let the indoor and outdoor cosy parts blend together. These free-standing structures, sited for movies or weddings for example, or even for just social gatherings, are a great way to add more space to your home without the cost and hassle of moving house or doing an extension.