Tuesday, January 29, 2013

Why Opt for Wooden Sheds for Your Garden?



Sheds had been considered a staple in any household as aside from garden machinery storage, most homeowners these days are utilizing sheds as an extension of their garage room as well. Wooden sheds are primarily used for storage purposes; but still they can be used as children’s playhouse, guesthouses, studio and pool cabana or even simply as personal space for many.

Wooden shed turned into playhouse

The good thing is wooden shed can be easily transformed without spending a lot of money. A simple as repainting jobs can totally alter the look of a shed as if bought brand new. Wooden sheds can be converted for example into a pool cabana and also as an storage to pool supplies where chemicals used to clean pool water can be stored safely in the pool cabana instead of being stored inside the house which can be very dangerous for kids for ingestion.

Wooden sheds may cost higher than metal sheds or plastic sheds. But the real value homeowners can get from choosing a natural material over synthetic is rewarding. When maintained properly wooden sheds can used for years to come making most value of your money. Aside from this, wooden sheds stands out when it comes to aesthetic purposes as compared to plastic and metal sheds.

Wooden frame shed

Furthermore, metal or plastic sheds has restrictions when it comes to modification. Which is totally opposite with wooden sheds as one can add or remove certain features according to storage preference of the homeowner. Redecoration and renovation jobs are relatively easy with wooden ones and by simply repainting it with new color, a new-look can be totally achieved right away. Metal sheds are prone to dents and fixing it can be such a tedious task for sure. For wooden ones, experts recommends sheds made from cedar wood. Cedar naturally produces oil and with this oil, natural and distinct aroma emanates which will serve as natural shed scent, insects repellant and protects wood from rotting. For those who are not the DIY types, wooden shed kits are widely available in the market and online shops. The kits are already pre-assembled and all you need to do is to bolt them together, this is the fastest way to build a shed for your backyard and garden in an easy way.

Wooden shed used as storage room

Homeowners who want to buy pre-assembled shed can bought them online at ilikesheds.com. The leading online shed store also offers plastic sheds and metal sheds and other garden machinery such as lawn mower, grass trimmer etc. and can be delivered to selected places. Truly a one-stop-shop for all your gardening needs. 

Saturday, December 8, 2012

Implementing a Well-Executed Garden Plan


Being passionate about gardening means that one needs to implement a garden plan to achieve a relaxing, satisfying and peaceful refuge.

A garden that serves its purpose is a product of a well-executed plan. And once your garden brings happiness, joy and solitude to you, then you can say that your garden had fulfilled its purpose and this is the most satisfying part of all – when you see the first bud opening, tasting luscious and fresh vegetables and fruits out from your garden. But these does not happen overnight as it needs an elaborate plan for your garden to bloom so let’s start your gardening adventure here, right now!



Consider your needs
The planning part is actually the stage where the gardener is considering all possible options. This is the perfect time to ask what you really need in your gardening venture. Talk a walk around your yard and assign specific location where you want your beds to be placed and the ideal spot for your paths.

Actually there is no cardinal rules when it comes to garden planning. You can rearrange your flower beds, paths, compost bin and garden shed until it you finally perfect it. The level of experience has nothing to do with the success of your garden plan as a novice and seasoned gardener must start anew. Do not afraid to break a rule as this will give you a valuable lesson until you perfect it next time around, so go redecorate, plan and execute your garden.

Isn't that wooden shed charming?


Ask possible questions
Choosing a particular theme or design will lead you to ask yourself what you are trying to achieve or create. Do you your garden to enhance and complement your currency home architecture? Do you want a country-side vibe or contemporary one? Do not forget to incorporate gardening basics or the housekeeping part of the garden which consists of hoses and where will they be placed, compost bins, gardensheds etc. 
Let be your garden the extension of your family and include summerhouse, trampolines and tractor toys for the young at heart family members. You might need a playhouse for your kids and some garden furniture. Incorporating such additions may require the service of a landscape designer and raise your issue regarding maintenance to the designer. Remember that the garden can be the extension of the living room where you and family can bond and it is crucial that the design and components inside your garden will lasts after a considerable use.

Lovely summer house!

Consider your garden’s purpose
Whether you are redesigning, updating or simply just starting a new garden, do not forget to consider who will use the yard. Which part of the yard that has the most traffic, it is the front or back side? Detecting this will help you a lot what appropriate gardening equipment will be placed in a particular spot.

You cannot place your compost bin for sure in a spot just a few feet from your kitchen backdoor. How do you foresee the visitor’s coming? Do they need to access your garden path before reaching your home or vice versa? This is crucial for your paths and gate placement. Questions likes this seems so mundane but they do significantly will affect to the overall design and look of your garden and we do not want to miss a single thing before you or the landscape designer had already his plan without consulting these considerations first.