How to Create a Stylish Outdoor Space With a Gazebo
A gazebo can do more than just offer shelter. It can completely change the way your outdoor area feels. Whether it’s a quiet spot … Read more
Garden Builds
A wider collection of outdoor projects beyond garden rooms, decking, pergolas, verandas and other structures I’ve built or advised on. Each guide covers the practical side, materials, joist spans, and weatherproofing, so you can plan a build that’s going to stand up to the British weather.
How to Build a Veranda or Verandah, Canopy or Lean-To with Polycarbonate Roof
Welcome to my DIY veranda build guide. In this step-by-step guide I’m going to show you how to build a very solid veranda that … Read more
How to Build a Raised Planter with Seating
Looking for a raised garden bed with seating that actually looks great and lasts for years? This step-by-step guide shows you how to build … Read more
How to Build Decking and Hammock Support Posts
I built this decking area to create a calm and shaded space in the garden where I could relax, stretch out in a hammock, … Read more
DIY Veranda – How to Build a Wooden Veranda (Step-by-Step + Costs + Materials)
This is my step-by-step guide to building a wooden veranda with a corrugated roof, based on my own build here in the UK. The … Read more
The Complete Guide to Choosing the Right Timber for Your Garden Projects
When planning a garden project, whether it’s a shed, decking, fencing, or a full garden room, choosing the right timber is one of the … Read more
How To Build A Mini Wooden Greenhouse
Building this mini greenhouse is a simple task that most DIY enthusiasts can complete over the course of a weekend. Sometimes called a cold … Read more
What Is the Best Height for a Pergola?
A well-crafted pergola can be the piece de resistance of your garden, as it can turn an ordinary outdoor space into an inviting oasis. … Read more
