Once the summer sun starts to shine, you want to walk outside and spend your free time relaxing in the backyard. But you have one problem: your deck or patio doesn’t have any shade, which means any time in the sun leads to heat and sunburn.   You can still...

As the cooler weather approaches, it’s a good time to think about adding a patio or deck to your home, so it’s ready to use when summer comes rolling around again. To help you get started, we’ve come up with the top 5 things you should consider when choosing a...

One of the wonderful things about living in Australia is our vast and amazing population of native birds, and it’s not too difficult to experience them close up with a little bit of effort. In the following we describe 4 easy things you can do to attract native birds to...

1. Vegetables March and April are the months to set about planting your veggies. Many vegetables prefer cooler climates, so planting them in time for winter is a must. And of course, who doesn’t love garden-fresh produce with a mid-winter roast!  We recommend trying salad favourites like lettuces, carrots...

1. Natural Wood For many homeowners natural wood is the ‘natural’ choice. It’s durable, attractive with a striking aesthetic. It’s also (when maintained) very long-lasting. It does however require upkeep, which won’t be a problem for handymen and women, but if you’re looking for a set-and-forget option, it may be...

We all want our patio or deck to be comfortable and appealing – somewhere that we want to spend time relaxing or entertaining. Yet, for many of us, a lack of space means compromising on something, with plants taking away from seating or the BBQ leaving no room to eat....