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Benefits and uses of garden cloches - By PoshCloche Garden Cloches

2011-06-24T14:59:00.007+01:00

We highlight some the ways gardeners can protect plants and grow vegetables using garden cloches throughout the year.

Weather protection and cloches
Your garden cloche will create a protected micro environment for your seedlings and plants in your garden or raised bed providing them with shelter from the worse of the weather. Frost is the obvious danger for those early plantings but heavy rain and high winds can also create havoc. Later in the season cloches can be used to protect the established crop from unexpected early frosts so it has the chance to grow fully before harvesting. Winter hardy crops such as spinach carried overwinter under cloches are less mud splashed and more tender as a result of their cosseted life. Some gardeners struggle to get even the winter hardy crops to survive their local climates and growing under cloches makes this possible.

Soil Warming under your cloche
Pre-warming the soil with a garden cloche before sowing encourages earlier germination and increases the length of the cropping season. Seeds germinate at various temperatures but as a guide germination of hardy crops such as carrots start when the average soil temperature is above 8°C (46°F) and for tender crops such as French Beans 12°C (54°F).

AcryliCloche® Garden Cloches will raise the temperature of the soil thus increasing the average daily temperature. In addition dry soil warms quicker than wet soil and your cloche will keep rain and snow off your planting site. An added bonus is the faster germination of weeds under the cloche. Known as a 'sterile seed bed' the weed seeds germinate as the soil warms, these can be removed before the vegetable crop is sown and will mean there are a few less weeds to worry about later in the year. PoshCloche have carried out temperature trials which show how quickly soil warms under AcryliCloche® Garden Cloche and have published their trial results.

Pest protection
Your AcryliCloche® garden cloche provides the first line of defense against threats to precious seedlings and early sowings with the main early season culprits being weather, slugs, rodents, pigeons and rabbits.

Pigeons and rodents are the main problem when planting seeds from the Fabaceae family of plants such as peas and broad beans. Before they get a chance to germinate most seeds are dug up and eaten and need to be protected under cloches to prevent this. Onion sets are a particular attraction to pigeons which seem to make a national sport of pulling them up. A garden cloche provides a physical barrier which will give them time to germinate and establish before the next wave of attack from slugs and rabbits which thrive on emerging seedlings.

Hardening off
Hardening off involves carefully acclimatising plants raised in greenhouses or windowsills to cooler temperatures under cloches and increased air movement otherwise the shock of planting out in the open will be to great. Plants usually require between two to six weeks to harden off before they can be planted in their final growing position. Place your plants under a AcryliCloche® Garden Cloche with the end pieces in place and gradually reduce the time the end pieces are off during the day. On mild days gradually increase the time the cloche is off replacing it only at night. Eventually the cloche can come off though half-hardy and frost tender plants must be protected until the danger of frost has passed.

Courtyard Gardens

2011-06-13T09:52:00.005+01:00

Courtyard gardens can be very small and it may seem almost impossible to achieve a fresh, original and comfortable look to such a space. The fact is that there are ways of working with courtyard gardens that can make them an attractive and colourful place to be, adding the right kind of garden furniture and the right type of plants will make all the difference. One of the tricks of enlarging a courtyard garden is to concentrate on using vertical as well as horizontal space by using a pergola or something similar create a more private space, and make the courtyard appear bigger. Taking things upwards, creates the illusion of more space and also provides some privacy.

When courtyard gardens are extended vertically, it helps to break the garden up into zoned areas. Creating separate zones in a small space, can make it appear bigger, rattan garden furniture, complete with scatter cushions will add colour to the space and give you somewhere comfortable to sit and relax. Choose a few vibrant plants to add life to the space and often the addition of a small water feature will make all the difference. The gentle noise of water can often be more relaxing than almost anything else, the sound of that softly flowing water helps in forgetting the cares of the day.

If you have a fairly sheltered courtyard garden, add a touch of greenery because it will help to make your space look more exotic and will also enhance the look of your patio furniture. The pergola is great because it gives you something to look at, in time, if you choose, you can trail plants like jasmine and honeysuckle across the pergola. The garden is a great place to sit comfortably and relax with a drink after a hard day at work. A little bit of thought, inspiration, colour and the right kind of garden furniture can really add substance and style to a small space.

Have a stylish entrance to your home!

2011-06-09T10:19:00.004+01:00

Over the summer months you will be enjoying your outdoor space more often, maybe even having the odd gathering at your home, BBQ, beers and good company, but the first thing your guests will see is your driveway. Is it one to be proud of, or is it a bit worse-for-wear and in need of repair?

Well, Anglian Home Improvements are not just a window and conservatory company, we offer a wide range of products including fantastic driveways! A nice driveway can add so much style to your home, transforming the whole look. With numerous different colours of paving and layouts, there’s a perfect design to suit your home beautifully.

However, it is not all about the look of your driveway; it is about how well it performs. In the 2007 floods, two thirds of the homes affected were flooded not because of rivers, but by surface water runoff and overloaded drains. This has resulted in strict legislation being put in place to avoid subsidence, flash flooding and poor drainage. Anglian have taken this on board by extensive planning to ensure proper drainage and go one step further by using permeable block paving which are designed so that water can percolate between the blocks and drain away through the free draining base of course grit and Type 3 sub-base.

As you can see by the pictures of the before and after, how much of a difference it makes to the house! I think it gives it a more luxurious look, an entrance to be proud of that is more inviting to your guests.

Anglian Home Improvements raising the standard since 1966. Visit the Anglian website for more information on our driveways.

Grow your own gourmet herbs and salads with Seed Pantry

2011-06-02T16:41:00.012+01:00

Seed Pantry provides all you need to grow your own successional herbs and salads this summer even if you have little or no garden! With a huge rise in people wanting to grow their own food Seed Pantry has created the perfect solution for ‘easy grow your own’ with seeds kits selected for novice and experienced growers – they make great gifts too.

Seed Pantry’s gourmet mini herb pantry seed pack and window salad seeds pack will help you grow fast, tasty and cheaper food than you would expect to buy from any supermarket. By sowing and growing your own herbs and salads every 2 to 3 weeks inside or outside you will ensure that you have a continuous supply all summer long and into autumn. Friendly advice comes with the packs and additional tips and advice you may need is available at Seed Pantry’s website.

Getting started growing your own food on windowsills, balconies, backyards and in gardens is really straight forward with Seed Pantry and brings great satisfaction, it’s amazing to watch a small seed grow into something that looks and tastes fantastic that you have grown with your own hands. You could start by growing your own basil in pots on the window sill with the Seed Pantry herb seeds starter pack that also includes pots and compost to get you going....or grow some gourmet salads from the window salads seed pack by sowing leafy seed varieties in a window box.

Firstly take your window box and to help drainage add a layer of gravel or broken pot bits in the bottom, then add compost to about 3cm below the top, firm this down gently, take a few seeds from your Seed Pantry pack in your hand and spread them evenly across the surface. Lettuces being grown as cut-and-come-again need about 2cm space between each plant. Sprinkle a 1cm layer of compost over the top and firm down, gently water until the soil is moist. Then 4 to 6 weeks later you’ll have grown your own tasty gourmet herbs and salads for the kitchen. To maintain a constant supply follow up sowings can be done 2 to 3 weeks after the 1^st sowing for successional crops.

Water Features

2011-05-27T16:42:00.000+01:00

There is a fair bit of evidence to suggest that the gentle sound of water in the garden can help people to relax quite easily at the end of a busy working day. More people are adding a water feature to their garden, especially in gardens where there is not room for a garden pond. Those families with young children may do better to wait before installing a pond because of the hazard it can pose to unsupervised toddlers. Even if you can’t have a feature with any depth, there are still plenty of attractive water features for you to choose from, whether you want a fountain, a model wishing well, or a planter and pouring pots.

There is a wide range of contemporary water features available today, including cascades, tubes and spheres, or you may prefer the more traditional features that are available in different materials, sizes and colours. Stacked stone water features have been around for a long time and continue to be a popular choice. Choose a feature style that compliments the rest of your garden, if you have a patio and pot plants, rather than a traditional lawn, then you might be better off investing your money in a table top water feature. Many modern styles of water decorations come complete with lighting to make them just as attractive when the sun goes down.

Nowadays there are water ornaments to suit almost every size, style and type of garden. If you are in the process of designing your garden then you may want to look at a water feature as the finishing touch to all your hard work. A small fountain feature is a great addition to the smaller garden. If you already have an established garden and you want something a little grander than a small fountain, a granite, kissing couple garden water fountain might be just the thing.

Garden Furniture Cushions

2011-05-10T14:08:00.002+01:00

The Garden furniture centre is pleased to offer a range of outdoor cushions to add to the comfort and style of our varied ranges of garden furniture. Outdoor cushions can make your summer brighter and sitting outside more comfortable. Nowadays, people spend more time in their gardens than ever before, especially when the warmer weather arrives. There are specially designed outdoor cushions for almost every type of garden furniture. If you enjoy an afternoon lazing in the sun then you need our recliner garden furniture cushions. The cushions are fashioned from special acrylic and come in a wide range of colours, the built in headrest on our recliner cushions offers an ideal opportunity for a summer afternoon snooze.

Outdoor cushions can make all the difference to wooden garden furniture, not just in terms of comfort but also aesthetically. On its own a garden bench is an attractive addition to your garden, but is even more attractive and also easier on your back, when you add an attractive outdoor bench cushion. The acrylic cushions from Kingdom Teak are available to fit garden benches 120, 150 and 180 cms wide and come in a range of attractive colours. If you have a half moon shaped garden bench, you can make it even more stylish and comfortable with an outdoor cushion in either bedrock beige or Knightsbridge green. Our garden furniture cushions will make you want to spend more time in your garden, either relaxing with a drink after work or entertaining friends at weekends.

If you are looking for something special then rattan garden furniture is a great addition to any outside space. You can add extra comfort to your seating arrangements with outdoor cushions that are specifically designed to accessorise our rattan sofas and chairs. The Kingdom Teak outdoor acrylic cushions are of outstanding quality and filled with a resin fibre for extra firmness and comfort. Cushion covers come in bedrock and Alaskan white, and can be quickly and easily removed for washing. For those people who enjoy taking a break in their rattan armchair, life will be a lot more comfortable with Arizona armchair outdoor cushions.

The Chelsea Flower Show

2011-05-06T13:03:00.004+01:00

The Chelsea Flower Show is an annual event sponsored by the Royal Horticultural Society. This year, as usual, the event takes place in the grounds of the Royal Hospital, Chelsea, London and runs from the 24^th to the 28^th May. The Chelsea Flower Show is the ultimate event in the gardening calendar and tickets are fast selling out. This year there are 17 fabulous show gardens, including the M&G garden, designed by the award winning landscape artist Bunny Guinness, along with gardens from as diverse contributors as B&Q, The Daily Telegraph, Cancer Research UK and the Green Poem Garden. The Urban Garden offers a new, interactive show that provides some great ideas for those with small, inner city gardens. The new addition of the Artisan Garden category is the result of what happens when designers use sustainably resourced and natural materials. Don’t miss the SkyShades Garden, which is billed as the ‘ultimate, home-based, wild life haven.’

The display at the Great Pavilion this year takes on a global atmosphere with displays that are inspired by places as diverse as South America, Rwanda and the Himalayas. If you love gardens and gardening then this is a sight not to be missed as many of the plants that are exhibited cannot be seen anywhere else in Britain. The Rwandan display is presented by Birmingham City Council. Closer to home the peony growers of Kelways will be recreating the Peony Valley, which is the nursery’s own display field based in Somerset, as a celebration of 160 years in the horticultural business. Look out for a wonderful display of Japanese tree peonies at this year’s show.

If you plan on visiting the Chelsea Flower Show this year, there are still some tickets available, for members and non-members on Thursday 27^th and Friday 28^th May, but you will need to hurry. You can order the show’s catalogue when you book your tickets, if you can’t attend the show you can still order the show catalogue either online or by telephoning 0844 338 7528 or 0844 338 7505 for show catalogues only.

Web Link:
www.rhs.org.uk/Shows-Events/RHS-CHelsea-Flower-Show/2010/

Teak Garden Furniture

2011-04-21T12:59:00.000+01:00

Teak is an incredibly durable and attractive wood, which is why teak garden furniture is always a top seller. If you want wooden garden furniture that is good looking and stands up to changing weather conditions then you should invest in teak furniture for your garden. Teak is less likely to warp and bend than other solid woods and exposure to sunlight actually gives it a mature and attractive appearance, rather than destroying the quality of the wood. Teak is a smooth wood because its natural oils tend to provide it with a smooth, finished surface.

If you like to entertain family and friends in your garden then you might want to think about buying one of the many attractive teak furniture garden sets that are available, from tables and benches to oval shaped tables and matching dining chairs there is plenty of choice. You may be surprised to find complete sets of attractive teak sofas and chairs with weather resistant cushions, including a teak coffee table or footstool. If you want to create more of a flow between the inside and outside of your home then teak garden furniture is a good way to start. Nowadays you can even get teak garden rocking chairs where you can relax in style and relieve the stress of the day with a cool beer. For the more ecologically minded, reclaimed teak garden furniture is a way of making your garden more comfortable and attractive while at the same time doing your bit for the environment.

Chatsworth bench sets are ideal for garden picnics or for commercial use at pubs and national parks and picnic spots. The Cotswold teak garden furniture range is sleek and stylish and consists of armchairs, coffee tables and comfy sofas with attractive outdoor cushions, making you the envy of the neighbourhood on warm summer evenings. If you are looking for some lasting and comfortable garden furniture then go for a mixture of highgrade teak and deterioration proof batyline fabric. Whether you are looking for a sun lounger, recliner chair or a simple stacking chair, these two materials combined make the ideal garden furniture.

Garden Ideas

2011-04-18T15:06:00.003+01:00

As people spend more time in their gardens they are constantly seeking new ways to make the garden a more attractive place to be. Nowadays, and largely as a result of various programmes on the television, people are more inclined to think of their gardens in design terms. Time was when people would plant a lawn and have a few bedding plants and various other flowers around the sides of that lawn. Modern gardens, especially very small spaces, may not have a lawn at all. There is a trend towards laying down stones either side of a path and planting different flowers and small bushes in planters placed at strategic points.

Gardens of all sizes benefit from a garden bench, where owners can sit and rest between gardening tasks or just sit and enjoy the fruit of their labours. Almost every garden now contains some form of garden ornaments, from the derided gnome to replicas of Greek statuary and plastic butterflies that you simply stick in the soil. Garden lighting is also changing as LED and solar lights now take many different forms, from lights placed in the ground to fairy lights, wall lights and even lights for your water feature. An increasing number of people now have patio furniture and garden furniture so that they can sit and relax in the garden with a glass of wine, or entertain family and friends in the summer.

Garden gazebos are becoming more popular as people recognise the benefits of having somewhere dry to place the barbecue and where they can gather when a summer shower interrupts their festivities. Garden gazebos come in different styles and sizes so it is not too hard to find one that will fit your shape and size of garden. If you like to relax on a summer Sunday afternoon by taking a snooze in the garden then hammocks are the ideal answer. Modern hammocks are self supporting and don’t need to be slung between two trees as in the past. There are some great, stylish hammocks out there, if you are thinking about garden ideas for this summer, a hammock is a great addition to any outdoor space. Follow the link below for more information and garden ideas and inspiration.

Link: Garden Ideas

New Garden Furniture Showroom

2011-04-15T15:12:00.004+01:00

Whether you are looking for garden furniture or Weber barbecues you will find plenty to interest you at the new Garden Furniture Centre showroom. The Centre is expanding and so there is an increased number of products on view, including garden and conservatory furniture, garden benches, garden gazebos and garden accessories. If you are a fan of summer barbecues then you will be pleased to know that there is a new Weber display of barbecues and barbecue covers.

If you feel like engaging in outdoor entertaining in the summer months then you will love the ranges of teak garden furniture that is now on offer at the centre. The new showroom is designed to give the public a much broader display of the products on offer, especially as they relate to outdoor living. Whether you want to entertain family and friends or want somewhere comfortable where you can relax with a drink after work, you are sure to find something that will suit your needs when you visit the new showroom.

You will find a huge range of garden benches, including rustic garden benches and personalised benches. A garden bench is a great place to take the weight off your feet after you’ve finished the weeding or mowed the lawn. Just sit back on your garden bench with a coffee or something stronger and survey your handiwork. Prefer relaxing in a hammock to sitting on a garden bench? No problem – you will find hammocks and daybeds and comfortable sofas to suit your needs. If you are still considering different ideas for your garden and haven’t yet settled on the kind of look you want, the new showroom should help to provide you with plenty of ideas for making your garden the ideal place to be this summer.

Daybeds

2011-03-26T09:30:00.002Z

Nowadays garden furniture is becoming increasingly more sophisticated. While many people used to be satisfied with a plastic table and chairs, an increasing number now take garden décor and furnishing far more seriously. Many people pay almost as much attention to designing and furnishing their gardens as they do their lounge or dining room. In addition to garden benches and teak tables and chairs for your garden it is also possible to get rattan and cane furniture that would look good indoors as well as on the outside. Some rattan ranges now incorporate daybeds into their conservatory and garden furniture.

Garden daybeds offer a stylish and comfortable means of relaxing in the sun. Daybeds are also ideal for furnishing your conservatory so that it can accommodate an overnight guest if needed. Comfortable, stylish daybeds add that extra something to your garden; made from quality, handcrafted rattan and European style upholstery a daybed makes a great addition to any garden. The best type of garden daybed has a lift up base so that you can store your cushions and protect them from the weather when not in use. If you like to relax together then the Apple day bed is a premium day bed for two people and it has a swivel, turntable base so you can change your view of the garden.

Rattan daybeds are available in cappucino or natural rattan outdoor weave with contrasting seat and cushions. Imagine yourself on a warm summer’s day with lemonade on the side table, relaxing on your garden daybed. Stylish, rattan garden furniture is reminiscent of the days of the Indian Raj when style and comfort for the rich British families were a must. Today’s garden daybeds are designed for contemporary lifestyles in an Ecolene outdoor weave. You can also find larger daybeds such as the Riviera daybed with a built in sunshade in a flat, Ecolene weave with contrasting cushions. Another premium daybed is the Colonial, this daybed is made from a combination of teak and all weather wicker for a great, summer afternoon retreat. Whatever your taste and preference you are sure to be able to find a daybed that suits your garden and your lifestyle.

Barbecue Recipes

2011-03-22T13:28:00.004Z

When summer comes around and it is time to get out your Weber barbecue, then you may be pleased to have some barbecue recipes to hand. Most people recognise that the black and burned sausages and burgers of yesteryear are no longer adequate fare for a great family barbecue. When you choose a Weber barbecue you have more control over cooking temperatures and this makes it a lot easier to cook food out in the open. Sticky barbecue chicken wings and chicken and pepper kebabs, as outlined below, are among some of the most popular summer barbecue recipes

Sticky Chicken Wings

As with most barbecue recipes you will need to adjust quantities to the number of people you are cooking for and the amount that your Weber barbecue will cook at any one time. You need olive oil and chicken wings, the sticky sauce is made from a combination of ketchup, balsamic vinegar, dark brown sugar, ground garlic, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco sauce, Dijon mustard, paprika and a little chilli powder.

Mix together all the ingredients except the oil and chicken wings and stir thoroughly, rinse and dry chicken wings and place in large, sealable plastic bag, pour marinade on top of the wings and seal bag, making sure there is no air and place in fridge for five or six hours., When ready you can remove the wings and discard the bag, brush or spray wings with olive oil and sear over a medium heat for 4-6 minutes turning once, then continue grilling until cooked through.

Chicken and Pepper Kebabs

You need chicken cut into bite sized pieces, breast is easiest for this, and a mix of red, green and yellow peppers cut and deseeded, some kebab skewers, lemon and soy sauce. Place chicken and peppers alternately on skewers, dip first in lemon and then in soy sauce. Put the kebabs on the barbecue and cook for fifteen minutes or until meat is cooked through, turn occasionally.

Spring in the Garden

2011-03-16T15:17:00.003Z

Spring in the garden is one of the best times of the year as you can see the buds of new plants emerging and the grass starting to look lush and green again. It’s at this time of year that people’s thoughts turn to replacing old furniture or buying a new garden bench. Rustic benches are ideal for the more traditional garden; you can sit at one end of the lawn and enjoy the sunshine and a view of the entire garden.

Springtime is when many people’s thoughts turn to outdoor entertaining. If you enjoy inviting family and friends to eat in the garden when the weather is good then you will need a large garden table and sufficient seating. There is some great garden furniture around nowadays and you can choose from teak garden furniture, aluminium garden furniture, rustic and rattan furnishings. If you want to sit outside even though the evenings are still a bit chilly then it is worth looking at the wide range of patio heaters available so you can stay warm while you enjoy a relaxing drink after work.

Many people view spring in the garden as a time to start thinking about the summer barbecues to come. If you enjoy barbecues but want to ensure that your food is safe from those unexpected summer showers then you may want to consider investing in a garden gazebo. With steel frames and weatherproof awnings you should be able to find a gazebo where the cook can carry on his or her good work and where you and your guests can shelter from that unexpected burst of rain. No matter what your lifestyle, spring in the garden almost always leads people to think more about enjoying time out of doors. When you have the right garden furniture and equipment you can enjoy your garden for longer periods than in the past.

Barbecues

2011-03-08T11:23:00.003Z

As the days start getting longer most people’s thoughts turn to summer and BBQs in the garden. Whether your preference is for a gas or a charcoal BBQ the proven market leader in such products is Weber. Have fun with your friends and cook your food without turning it to charcoal with a super Weber grill.

Weber BBQs are made from the best materials and finished to the highest standards. Whether you are looking for a large, garden grill or a smaller portable one, Weber charcoal BBQs come in a range of styles, sizes and colours to suit your particular needs. One of the most popular charcoal grills from Weber is the Weber BBQ One touch premium - 47cm barbecue, which is suitable for garden barbies, picnics and camping holidays, just pick it up and off you go.

Weber’s quality gas fired BBQs come in a range of sizes, from small, portable grills to large garden grills. The Weber Summit garden grill is a market leader in quality grills that make you feel as though you are bringing the kitchen outdoors. These top of the range grills have four burners and a rotisserie and is the ultimate in Weber garden BBQs. If you are looking for a portable gas grill that will adapt to any environment the Weber Q 200 is a quality and durable grill that offers good value for your money.

The Big Lunch - An Eden Project!

2011-02-22T11:17:00.008Z

The Big Lunch is a very simple idea from the Eden Project. The aim is to get as many of the 61 million people in the UK as possible to have lunch with their neighbours once a year. Since starting in 2009, thousands of Lunches have taken place in all types of community – from the most deprived to the most secure - and nearly a million people have taken part each year. It’s a simple yet profound act of community that we know can have a real impact: research shows that when people get involved, they feel good and it has a noticeable affect on their area. After taking part in 2010, 80% of participants said that they feel better about where they live and 95% feel closer to their neighbours. What’s more, we know that they keep in touch, lend each other a hand and plan future events together.

Why not arrange your own Big Lunch. The Garden Furniture Centre has a wide selection of Picnic Tables that would be ideal for such an occasion.

For more information, to download

resources and register an event visit:

www.thebiglunch.com

Picnic Benches

2011-02-15T10:11:00.002Z

We have a wide range of picnic benches and tables that are suitable for the garden or for use by local councils and commercial organisations. All of our benches and tables are made from the highest quality materials and come in a range of sizes and styles. Whether you are planning a summer garden picnic or you want something stylish for your pub garden or park café, these picnic benches are an ideal choice. Our Chatsworth picnic benches and table set is made from high quality teak hardwood, the picnic benches are designed to fit neatly under the table when not in use. This picnic bench set comes in a range of sizes and can be bought with or without a parasol base.

The Regent, backless teak picnic benches and tables is crafted from the best possible hardwood and finished to a very high standard; the backless benches are designed to fit neatly under the table when not in use. Our picnic benches and tables come in different sizes, so it shouldn’t be too hard to find exactly what you need. Solid hardwood picnic benches with matching tables are an ideal choice for the pub landlord or restauranteur. Our classic teak picnic bench has a high back that is designed ot give you greater comfort, The traditionally designed bench comes complete with chunky arms, a great place ot sit in the late afternoon/early evening and watch the sun go down. Our classic teak bench is a large, comfortable bench that is made from only the finest hardwood, ideal for park or garden or those late night drinks before bed. Picnic benches need little or no maintenance either than the occasional rub down with tea oil. It is possible to have a name engraved on the bench’s comfortable bench, visit our site for further information.

Special Offer Gazebos

2011-01-31T09:38:00.004Z

Gazebos on Offer

When spring is on its way most people’s thoughts turn to spending time in the garden. Increasingly people want to enjoy their outside space when time and weather allows, and even sometimes when it doesn’t. Take a look at some of the special offer gazebos around today; a gazebo is a great addition to any garden. special offer gazebos are weatherproof so if the rain comes down you can still enjoy time in the garden. You don’t have to worry about your barbecue party being spoiled by the rain because you can do the cooking in the gazebo just as easily as outside.

If the heat gets to you in the summer then a gazebo gives you some protection and shade from the sun’s rays. The special offer pop up gazebo is ideal for those days when the sun is shining and you want a bit of shade. The special offer pop up gazebo is easy to erect and can save the day if you’ve planned to eat outdoors. Any special offer gazebo that you purchase will be waterproof and if it doesn’t have windows and doors these can often be purchased as extras, as with the pop up gazebo.

When you are looking for a gazebo but cannot afford to pay the full asking price it is worth taking a look around for special offer gazebos. A good way to get a cheap gazebo is to buy one that is an ex display model, in most cases there will be nothing wrong with the gazebo, but because it has been on display you can save up to £200 off the normal price. The 400cm x 300cn Riviera gazebo is a good example of how you can save money on an ex display model, waterproof and roomy with a hardwood frame, side curtains and a mosquito net, you can save more than 25% off the regular price.

It is well worth taking a look online for special offer gazebos before the spring and summer seasons begin. Many garden furniture companies have cheap gazebos for sale during off peak periods and this is the best time to buy special offer garden equipment like gazebos. You may be lucky enough during your search to find some special offer gazebo accessories such as a heater for those cooler evenings. If you don’t have the space for a full sized gazebo then you may want to consider a motorised awning that will fit on your window and provide you with protection from the rain or the heat of the sun. Why not make this spring and summer extra special by adding one of our gazebos that we have on offer at the moment.

Wood Treatment

2011-01-20T16:09:00.003Z

Golden Care Wood Treatments

If you have wooden garden or conservatory furniture then you will want it to continue looking good for as long as possible. Golden care wood treatments are specially designed to help you get the most out of your hardwood outdoor furniture and to protect the wood and keep it looking beautiful. Golden care products have been developed to help you protect your garden furniture against the weathering process.

Golden Care wood treatments are kind to the environment as well as to your teak and hardwood outdoor furniture. Once you have tried our special teak protector you won’t bother with teak oil ever again. You will find that our teak care protector outperforms teak oils and sealers every time and is the best choice for keeping your teak furniture looking good for a long time to come. Golden Care teak protector is designed to preserve the natural golden brown colour of teak over an extended period. Probably the best thing about our teak protector is that it lasts twice as long as teak sealers and up to four times as long as teak oil, which means less work and lower costs for you.

Golden Care Cleaner and Brightener

Our Golden Care cleaner and brightener is designed to smarten up even the dullest looking teak garden furniture. The cleaner and brightener will restore and brighten dirty dark grey, and green teak garden furniture.

Golden Care Invisible Wood Shield

teak furniture is an investment and it makes sense to do all that you can to protect and preserve that investment. Golden Care products are designed to help you protect your furniture and enable it to keep its good looks for as long as possible. We all recognise that tea, coffee, wine and red sauce spills will eventually ruin the look of teak furniture. The Golden Care invisible wood shield prevents substances such as liquid and sauces from penetrating the wood and generating dark spots. The invisible wood shield can be used on both garden and indoor teak furniture.

Golden Care Maintenance

Our Golden Care three in one maintenance kit is the ideal solution to preserving your teak and hardwood furniture and keeping it looking good. The kit includes the following products:

A litre of teak cleaner
A litre of teak protector
Care kit, including gloves, scrubbing brush, applicator cloth and sponge

The Golden Care three in one maintenance kit will cut your workload and preserve the beauty of your hardwood furniture. We believe that you will be so pleased with our Golden Care products that you will want to try them all.

Log Baskets

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Rattan Log Baskets

There is nothing quite like a log fire to make you feel warm and cosy, whether you are inside the house or enjoying the garden. Our rattan log baskets come in a variety of shapes and sizes, for both indoor and outdoor purposes. Make sure that the logs for your fire are easily accessible and in one place with one of our rattan log baskets. You may decide to splurge and have one for inside the house and another for when you have log fires in the garden. All our log baskets are multi-purpose and can be used for storing toys or towels instead of logs.

We think that you will love our rattan log baskets so much that you will want them for all kinds of storage problems. If you choose our indoor baskets then you can choose to have a square shaped basket rather than a round one. Our rattan log baskets can give both your outdoor and indoor settings that finishing touch.

Outdoor Rattan Log Baskets

The outdoor rattan log baskets are made from dark brown, rattan with an attractive ecolene weave. All the outdoor log baskets are 6mm in diameter and come in small, medium and large sizes. If you want our log baskets for different purposes, then why not purchase a set of three, that way you can store logs inside and outside the house and have an attractive and easily portable toy basket.

Conservatory Log Baskets

For those of you who are lucky enough to have a conservatory, you may want to consider one of our conservatory log baskets. Our conservatory log baskets are available in small, medium and large sizes, and you can choose to have a square or a round basket. The conservatory log baskets are constructed from a natural rattan weave called Kubu, and will give that added touch to your conservatory.

Even if you don’t have a conservatory, you may still appreciate our indoor log baskets enough to want to buy one, or even more. We think you will appreciate that our conservatory log baskets are great when you need extra storage, and will give an air of traditional homeliness to any room. We feel sure that if you choose our rattan log baskets you will continue to use them for years to come. You can rest assured that you won’t pay through the nose for our conservatory log baskets as all prices include the new 20% VAT rate.

Garden Covers

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Your garden furniture and accessories might be weatherproof but you may still want to protect it from winter’s worst effects with garden furniture covers. You can get different shaped garden covers and garden furniture covers to protect virtually everything that you use for outdoor living. If you have a rattan sofa set in your garden then protect its beauty with garden covers for your sofa, your chairs and your coffee and end tables if you have them. You can even get a garden cover designed specifically for an outdoor corner sofa.

If you love dining outdoors and having the family round for a meal in the summer why not keep your dining set looking good with garden furniture covers? If you have a dining set with a round table then you can get round table set garden covers in three different sizes; 130cm, 150cm and 180cm. Protect your rectangular shaped dining set with a properly shaped cover, again in three different sizes; small, medium and large. Get protective garden covers for your wooden benches so that the wood does not rot or fade in the wet weather. You can cover your picnic table and there are even garden covers designed to protect your parasol. Patio heaters are a great idea for when the weather starts to cool. When it is too cold or wet to enjoy your outside space you can protect your patio heater with an appropriate garden cover. Why let the weather place unnecessary wear and tear on your garden furniture and accessories when you can protect it with garden covers?

We Are Now On Twitter

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The Garden Furniture Centre are now on Twitter. Follow us to get the latest garden furniture news and offers.

Water Hyacinth Furniture

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There is nothing quite like outdoor furniture to make your garden an extension of your indoor space, and this is best achieved with the Water Hyacinth, weatherproof range of furniture. If you like to come home from work and relax outside with a drink on summer weekday evenings then you will love the Water Hyacinth outdoor sofa sets, including the Montana and Bellagio ranges. You may wonder about the wisdom of an outdoor sofa set but Water Hyacinth furniture is weatherproofed and designed for the outside. There are a number of sofa set combinations to choose from, including two and three seater sofas and a comfortable armchair. If you want a matching coffee table and weatherproof cushions then you really will have copied the look of early twentieth century Indian Raj.

If you enjoy outdoor dining with family and friends at summer weekends then an outdoor Water Hyacinth dining set will gain everyone’s approval. Designed for comfort, style and durability the Water Hyacinth dining table and chairs will look good for years to come and make you the envy of your neighbourhood. Why not invest in your outdoor space with Water Hyacinth furniture and give it that extra wow factor that everyone wants.

Rattan Garden Furniture

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At the garden furniture centre, it is our pleasure to exhibit our unique range of rattan garden furniture. Needless to say, all of our rattan garden furniture is made to withstand rigorous outdoor conditions and also to be resilient against the effects of sun exposure and extremities of temperature in addition. Furthermore, they are also able to withstand heavy rain downpours providing both sophistication and resilience at the same time. Thus, you will be reassured to know that benefits of our furniture are that they are strong, durable and also weatherproof additionally. We hope that by buying our rattan furniture that it will bring enhancement to your garden and be a center-piece of conversation. By the way, we also have a section for discount rattan furniture in case you wanted to try and catch a bargain.

Taking a look at some of the items in our selection, the Apple Day Bed is a unique rattan item that can provide space for 2 people to relax in the shade. It has a turntable base that allows one to swivel 360 degrees and in addition the top section is able to be removed for those who wish to have sunlight.

Another line in the outdoor rattan furniture range that we offer which might be of interest are the Outdoor Rattan Sun Loungers. With these, you can relax in style to get your share of vitamin D or just simply relax of course - needless to say take due care such as not being in direct sunlight for too long. Items in this range include the: Wave sun lounger, the Double wave sun lounger and Feri sun lounger among others - we hope that you find what you are looking for here.

Perhaps also of interest might be our Arizona rattan garden furniture. These items are geometrically-designed and we hope that they would embelish your outdoor space. Items in this larger range include the Arizona rattan 4 seater sofa, Arizona rattan coffee table and Arizona corner unit - large. Maybe another range that could be of interest to you would be Outdoor Weave Chairs. This assortment of great-value outdoor chairs in the rattan range can be used as both dining chairs or perhaps just for relaxing in your garden as you wish. Items include: the Broadway stacking chair, Feri armchair prussian bronze, Moreton stacking chair set of 4 and Tia armchair among others.

Finally, you may be interested in our Outdoor Day Beds. These items are comfortable and extremely eye-catching in addition. For instance the Igloo Day Bed - Medium can house two people who would be able to stretch out and enjoy the sun. It comes with an adjustable sun canopy and has free mainland UK delivery on it. Another item in this range is the Curved Swing Seat which is suitable for 2 people to stretch out enjoying the sun. In addition it comes with a sun canopy, frame and full set of cushions. So, whatever your rattan garden furniture needs are we hope that we can provide them, how about giving us a call on: 01564 79 3652 or if you are happy to go ahead with your order, you can also simply place it online, we hope to be delivering to you soon.

Gazebos

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Did you know that at our Garden Furniture Centre we also stock a range of gazebos? Needless to say, our range of gazebos can be easily used for entertaining with your friends and we aim to design and manufacture them to the highest standards. Through their use, they can provide an attractive rest shelter in the garden and shade from the sun. So, if you are considering having a gathering in your garden, we hope that our range in gazebos will more than match your requirements. By the way, before looking at the main range of gazebos that we sell, it would also be useful to mention that we have a cheap gazebos for sale section on our website, so if you are looking to try and snap up a deal, how about giving that a look as well?

Taking a look at our Regatta Steel Framed Gazebos range, they come in size from 300 x 300 cm to 1,000 to 400 cm in area. Also, they are intended to not only look good and be effective in their function but to be able to put together swiftly.

The items that we stock in particular in this range are the:

Regatta 300cm x 300cm gazebo
Regatta 400cm x 300cm gazebo
Regatta 600cm x 300cm gazebo
Regatta 600cm x 400cm gazebo
Regatta 800cm x 400cm gazebo
Regatta 1000cm x 400cm gazebo.

So we hope that if you particularly like this range you might consider buying from it and if you needed larger sizes from the same style, you could always consider buying more than one of them.

Something that might catch your eye, is that we also offer a range of Pop Up Gazebo types. These pop-up gazebos are constructed with aluminium frames and come in two sizes, which are 3 by 3 meters and also 4.5 by 4.5 meters. Both of these gazebos are available in 3 different colours, which are forest green, arctic white, and also navy blue to hopefully complement your personal setting as well as possible. Other items which may be of interest are side curtains, doors and also windows. Moreover, the pop-up gazebos have a waterproofed UPVC lined canopy which would be appropriate for all types of weather conditions. Furthermore, please note that our pop-up gazebos have free delivery for the mainland of the UK.

Finally one type of gazebo accessory that might be important and useful to you is the Deluxe gazebo carpet flooring. This can be used on grass and has many benefits including being hard wearing, rot proof and uv stablised in addition. The Deluxed gazebo carpet flooring is available in an attractive two tone weave and there are two types of options which might be of interest in terms of the size. The first option is a 3x3 meter gazebo carpet flooring and the second is a 4x3 meter gazebo flooring. Naturally, if you have any questions about this or any other gazebo item or accessory, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

Our Largest Sale Yet

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The Garden Furniture Centre Ltd is pleased to announce that we will be holding Our Largest Ever Sale on Saturday 11th September for one week only. There are fantastic savings on our entire range of garden furniture.

Place an order on our website and you will save 10% on all new items. Get even greater savings by visiting our spacious purpose built showroom in Warwickshire, where you can try before you buy and save up to 50% off ticket prices.

The Garden Furniture Centre Ltd, Yew Tree Farm Craft Centre, Wootton Wawen, Henley-In-Arden, West Midlands, B95 6BY.