In today’s construction industry, it’s all about working smarter, not harder. Thanks to an abundance of power tools, the era of hammer and nail is virtually extinct. Even when there aren’t any sockets or power available, you can bet there’s a long list of battery operated power tools ready to …

There comes a time in every proud DIYer’s life when you need a jigsaw. And since you’re already here, I’d say that time is now. When it comes to saws, the jigsaw is kind of like the jack of all trades with a myriad of applications straight off the bat. …

If you love maintaining a neat, homey yard or garden, you probably have an arsenal of tools in your shed. But what exactly do you use when you need to clear some small branches and carry out some light woodwork? How about cutting through pipes, plastic, and even metal? It …

We all love the festive season, especially the end of year holidays. It’s a time to eat, give, share, and most importantly, enjoy some time indoors with your family away from the cold; preferably near a log burner, fire pit, or chimney fire. Of course, the fire isn’t going to …

No matter which part of the world you live in, some of our fondest childhood memories happened right outside in the lawn. Whether it was playing ball or roughhousing with your siblings, the grass just felt so good. Fast-forward a few decades later and the lawn is still a great …

For nature lovers all over the UK, there’s nothing more relaxing than some backyard bird watching. Birds are clever, colourful, and quite interesting to watch. What’s more, they’re not destructive; they actually remind us of how delicate and versatile nature can be. So if you’re lucky enough to have even …

We all enjoy a bit of gardening, especially during a cool summer morning. Unfortunately, some gardening chores are outright back breaking. These include cutting massive hedges and clearing wild, overgrown areas. But no task is more demanding than manual digging, ploughing and tilling. No matter what your fitness level is, …

Your yard or outdoor space should be an extension of the interior; a place you can relax and enjoy every single day. That’s why it makes total sense to build or update you deck. Decking not only provides a neat, peaceful place to retreat, it also boosts the value of …

Grass looking greener on the other side? Well, perhaps it’s because your neighbours have learnt the simple science of composting. Compost is like pure gold to any type of garden – a multivitamin of sorts for all greenery. Good compost enriches the soil with all the nutrients plants need for …

Of all the tools a homeowner needs, a lawn raker has to be the most basic equipment to have around the home. To understand why lawn rakers (or scarifiers if you want) are so important, we need to start from the beginning. In a healthy lawn, it’s completely normal to …