Whether you want to learn about planting or need to fix a fence our handy guides will give you green fingers in no time.

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Laying a deck

Make the most of your outdoor space with the addition of a super stylish ground-level deck.

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Building a raised deck

Create a great entertaining space in even the most difficult, uneven, or sloping garden.

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Composite decking

For long-lasting, hard-wearing, virtually maintenance free decking, look no further than composite.

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Assembling decking rails

Install railings and balustrades for a safe, attractive and practical finishing touch to your deck.

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Installing deck lighting

Stylish and easy to install, deck lighting is a great addition to a new or existing deck.

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Laying artificial grass

If you want the perfect lawn but without the mowing, artificial grass is the ideal solution.

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Laying a patio

Laying a patio can provide a low-maintenance space that’s great for entertaining and al-fresco dining.

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Laying a path

A well-constructed gravel, slab or block paving path is a stylish, long-lasting garden feature.

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Turfing tips

Practical advice to help you prepare, lay and keep your lawn looking great all year round.

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Installing a fence

Offering privacy, security and marking a physical boundary, here’s all the advice you need to install fencing.

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Fitting roof shingles

Useful tips to maintain, replace, or fit, new roof shingles

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Applying bitumen sheets

Detailed and practical advice for maintaining or replacing long-lasting corrugated sheet roofing.

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Gardening calendar

Keep your garden in great shape, all year round, with these monthly tasks and tips.

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Planting techniques

Careful planning and preparation will help give your shrubs, bulbs and trees the best possible start.

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Growing fruit and veg

Growing your own fruit and veg, even in the smallest space, is thrifty, healthy and rewarding.

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Building a planter box

From cutting and treating the wood to ensuring functionality, this guide is handy for building a planter from scratch.

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Attaching a trellis

Give your climbing plants a new home with a trellis on your fences and outdoor walls

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Building a shed base

Learn more about how to create a solid and stable base for your shed, allowing you to store your items for years to come.

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Planting hanging baskets

We're here to guide you through planting and arranging hanging baskets, giving your garden an easy but show-stopping uplift.

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Edging a lawn

Spruce up your garden by defining the edges of your lawn for a neatened finish to your outdoor space.

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Building garden steps

Turn those awkward slopes and ridges in your garden into a stylish, functional and natural-looking set of steps to your outdoor space.

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