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There are many ways through which you can improve the aesthetics and functionality of your garden, and nothing can compare to the beauty of a wooden pergola. These beautiful structures do not only become the center of attention in your outdoor area, but also are perfect for the growing of climbing plants and a place to hide from the sun.

Whether it's to keep unwanted people out or to keep pets in, a formidable gate will offer a reasonable level of security, enhance the look of your outside space, and can even elevate your property's worth. But what if your gate begins to sag, feel wobbly, or worse—show signs of weakening? Fear not!

A lot of homeowners in the UK encounter this difficulty of fitting gates on sloping driveways. At Garden Gates Direct, we get asked this a lot and you can indeed! But it isn’t as simple as putting up a gate on level ground. Let’s look at how to place gates on sloped driveways, so that you improve your home security and overall look no matter the pitch of driveway.

The humble garden in the heart of England’s green and pleasant land has always been a source of pride and joy for homeowners. As we increasingly seek to maximise our outdoor spaces, one question arises: do summerhouses add value to your house? This topic will be examined further with an aim to reveal the potential advantages of these delightful garden structures.

When it comes to fence installation, one of the most significant choices that you will make is the choice of a fence post. Metal and wood are some of the common materials for fences but which one is better? We will examine the pros and cons of each material thereby helping you to make informed decision for your garden fencing project.

What are some of the quick steps a homeowner can make to not only add value to their home, but deliver privacy, security, and style at the same time? One great place to start is your fencing. If you’ve got a lovely front or back garden of any size and want some strong durable attractive fencing, then there are quite a few options open to you.

The majority of wooden gates that you can buy online are usually 45mm thick, however, you’ll also find many hardwood gates ranging from 70-100mm. These are more suited to automation and easily withstand the push and pull action of the motors.

From Solid Oak to slow-grown Scandinavian Redwood, Siberian Larch or Western Red Cedar, it’s important to understand the difference between hardwoods and softwoods, as strength, durability and longevity can vary considerably.

It’s a question that crops up a lot, and it’s because space is at a premium in the UK, especially for growing families. We’re at a stage where homeowners want to make sure they utilise the space they have, so if you have one or two vehicles, it makes sense to consider swapping your garden lawn for a driveway.

When choosing new garden gates, the question of whether aluminium ones will get scratched often comes up. After all, when you invest in a nice set of gates, you likely want them to maintain their good looks for a long while - not get dinged up right away. The good news is that aluminium is highly scratch-resistant - though not 100% impervious. If you understand the potential causes of scratches and take some basic precautions, your aluminum gates can retain their eye-catching beauty year after year.