Preformed garden ponds give you the beauty of a fabulous water feature without the worry of having to design it yourself, that being said, I personally prefer to use a flexible pond liner. Rest assured that your garden pond (whatever size or shape mould you choose) will look interesting as well as provide a suitable place for garden wildlife to rest. We present a variety of sizes and designs of the best preformed ponds by…
If a square or rectangular gazebos leave you feeling, well, stuck in a box, consider one of the hexagonal gazebos we cover in this review. These gazebos offer all the features of their straighter sibling gazebos, but with more walls and corners for a different look. We review the pros, cons and features of the best pop-up and permanent hexagonal gazebos in a variety of sizes and make our recommendations. Our Buyer’s Guide discusses the…
Add some complexity to your garden design with a topiary or two – and make it no-maintenance by choosing artificial boxwood topiary trees. Choose from traditional designs such as globe or spiral trees or more contemporary styles which mix these elements. We review the best artificial boxwood topiary in a variety of sizes in spiral, globe and speciality designs, listing their pros and cons. All of the models in this review are worthy of your…
You need a gazebo for shelter in your garden more than usual if you live in an exposed area, and that’s why we have reviewed the Best Gazebos for Windy Areas. These gazebos have features that make them extra stable and let the wind flow safely through, but you need to do your part by staking them down as much as possible. We review the pros, cons and features of wood, metal and pop-up gazebos…
If all the garden tools and unused seat cushions cluttering up your lawn and patio are bugging you, you need a storage box to house them in. Perhaps a rattan-style box that can sit proudly and stylishly as part of your patio furniture set. We review a selection of rattan-style storage boxes in a wide range of sizes, from one that doubles up as a coffee table to one that is over 152cm long. For…
Everyone who enjoys cycling understands the value of having a bike in good condition. Many people invest in bike sheds because it is an easy way to keep the bike protected from the elements whilst keeping things organised. If you have just purchased a bike, or you are looking to replace your old bike shed, this review just for you! After intensive research, we have put together a list of five of the best bike…
The UK winter can be a long one but once the sun comes out, sun loungers are back in business! People can relax in the garden, even by the pool if your lucky enough to have one or on balcony as they get their dose of natural vitamin D. Gone are the days of white plastic sun loungers with the new rattan style sun loungers which look very attractive in any outdoor scene because they…
Bring the relaxation and excitement of seaside trips into your garden with one (or more) of the Best Deck Chairs in our review. We start with traditional deck chairs but then move to more contemporary versions, including a deck chair for two, one with a canopy to keep you out of the sun, another with a perfect drinks holder, one just for kids and yet another you can personalise with your own logo or message.…
Spring and summer bring about the return of rattan furniture into the garden scene. Rattan furniture offers contemporary but attractive designs that are timeless. If you are looking to revamp your patio, balcony, or garden with a rattan bistro set, this is the review for you! You are not limited to the traditional dark brown colour; some sets are available in bright colours and have interesting designs. If you are looking for the best rattan…
How many times have you watched your gazebo nearly be swept up by the wind or maybe your actually did go with the wind. Having to repair or replace a gazebo costs money, and to avoid this problem, gazebo leg weights are a great solution and some are so quick and easy to use. Regardless of whether you have a large or small gazebo in your garden that quickly pops up or a large market…
