Furniture & Planters
A guide to garden furniture
29 January 2024
In our handy guide to wooden garden furniture, we look at the types of timber available and how to take care of it.
Treat your garden at Christmas
20 November 2023
Having a hobby can make it much easier for anyone wanting to buy you a gift, and being a garden lover or gardening enthusiast is no exception. Read our guide if you are looking for Christmas gifts for gardeners.
The benefits of wooden garden furniture
18 August 2023
As well as being hardwearing, durable and attractive, wooden garden furniture has many benefits. We take a look at them in our latest guide.
How to build raised beds with timber sleepers
28 June 2023
For anyone who has ever used children’s building blocks like Lego, building a raised bed for the garden with timber sleepers is a straightforward project that can be carried out quickly. We show you how!
How to choose the perfect garden bench
05 June 2023
In the summertime, nothing beats coming home after a long day and relaxing in the garden. As we look ahead to warmer evenings, our latest guide gives you advice on choosing the perfect garden bench.
How to choose the best furniture for your garden
27 March 2023
With spring and warmer days not far away now, thoughts might be turning to garden furniture. If you are looking to invest in some new pieces, our guide explains how to choose the best furniture for your garden.
How to protect softwood garden furniture
12 September 2022
A good time to protect softwood garden furniture is towards the end of the summer while the weather is still dry. Our guide examines how to treat softwood garden furniture to prolong its life and see it through the winter.
How to restore, revive and refresh dried wood garden furniture
16 May 2022
Winter can be brutal on wooden garden furniture, with harsh wind and weather conditions either drying it out or turning it into the ideal spot for mould and mildew to gather. We show you how to bring your favourite pieces back to life.
A comprehensive guide to hardwood garden furniture
25 April 2022
Wooden garden furniture instantly adds a stunning extra dimension to your outdoor space, and hardwood garden furniture is the perfect choice to withstand all that our British weather can throw at it.
The difference between hardwood and softwood: we explain everything
17 January 2022
When choosing timber garden furniture, is hardwood or softwood better? We take a look at the pros and cons of each.
The ultimate Christmas gift guide for gardeners
15 November 2021
What is a good gift for a gardener? Or someone who loves gardening? We have put together a small selection of Christmas gift ideas for the green-fingered in your life, to make your festive shopping that much easier.
Timber garden furniture – a guide to storing it safely
17 September 2021
Should you put outdoor furniture away in winter and how can you store wooden garden furniture outside? Our guide will help you store your garden furniture safely all winter long.