23 August 2026
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Quick answer: Choose Closeboard fence panels if you want a more substantial traditional privacy fence with overlapping vertical boards. Choose Waney Lap if you prefer the familiar horizontal overla..
23 August 2026
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Quick answer: Standard Closeboard fence panels are a strong general-purpose choice for most garden boundaries, while Ultra Heavy Duty Closeboard panels are better suited where you want a more subst..
14 August 2026
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East Coast Fencing sold more than 50,000 fence panels between 1 January and 31 July 2026, representing around 1,500 tonnes of product. Closeboard was the dominant choice, with standard and Ultra He..
14 August 2026
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Quick answer: If the fence belongs to your neighbour, you should get their permission before painting, staining or treating the side facing your garden. Being able to see or access one face of a fe..
13 August 2026
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Quick answer: The main parts of a typical garden fence are the posts, fence panels or individual boards, gravel boards and fixings. Traditional closeboard fencing also uses horizontal rails and ove..
13 August 2026
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Quick answer: A straightforward domestic fence can often be installed in one to three days by an experienced team, but there is no reliable time based on fence length alone. Removing old posts, dig..
13 August 2026
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Quick answer: In many UK gardens, trellis can be fitted above a fence, but you should calculate the height of the complete boundary rather than treating the trellis separately. In England and Wales..
13 August 2026
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Quick answer: Feather edge and closeboard are closely related, but they are not technically identical terms. Feather edge describes the tapered vertical timber boards used to create the face of the..
13 August 2026
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Quick answer: Concrete gravel boards are usually the better choice if durability, resistance to ground-level moisture and low maintenance are your priorities. Wooden gravel boards are lighter, easi..
10 August 2026
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Quick answer: Your neighbour can generally cut branches or roots from your hedge that grow across the boundary into their property, but they should only cut back as far as the legal boundary. They ..
10 August 2026
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Quick answer: Your neighbour may be able to build very close to, or in some cases right up to, the legal boundary on their own land, but that does not automatically give them the right to use, remo..
10 August 2026
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Quick answer: You will often be able to replace an existing garden fence without applying for planning permission, particularly when the replacement stays at the same height and position. In Englan..
10 August 2026
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Quick answer: If the fence belongs to you, your neighbour should not normally remove, dismantle, move or materially alter it without your permission. The difficult part is often proving who owns th..
10 August 2026
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Quick answer: The best garden fence combines the level of privacy you need with a design that suits the size and style of the garden. Closeboard and waney lap panels work well for solid screening, ..
10 August 2026
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Quick answer: Choose a fence if you want immediate privacy, a clearly defined boundary, predictable dimensions and relatively little space taken from the garden. Choose a hedge if you prefer a natu..
10 August 2026
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Quick answer: Measure each straight section of the fence separately, record every corner, gate and change in ground level, then plan the fence around the actual dimensions of the panels, posts and ..
6 August 2026
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Quick answer: A professionally supplied and installed garden fence in the UK commonly costs around £85 to £180 per metre. A straightforward timber panel fence may sit near the lower end, while deco..
6 August 2026
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Quick answer: A good-quality garden fence combines well-constructed panels with correctly sized posts, adequate foundations, suitable gravel boards and durable exterior fixings. Look beyond timber ..
6 August 2026
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Quick answer: Ask a fencing contractor for a detailed written quote covering the panels, post sizes, gravel boards, foundations, fixings, gates, waste removal and VAT. Confirm how they assess the g..
6 August 2026
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Quick answer: Inspect every side of the garden rather than judging the fence from the patio. Check whether posts move, timber is soft at ground level, concrete is cracked, panels are loose, gravel ..
5 August 2026
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Quick answer: Start by confirming the boundary, finished fence height and location of buried services. Choose a complete compatible system of panels, posts, gravel boards, foundations and fixings. ..
5 August 2026
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Quick answer: The essential tools for installing a fence are a tape measure, string line, setting-out pegs, long spirit level, spade, post-hole digger, digging bar, shovel, drill, exterior screw bi..
5 August 2026
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Quick answer: Choose Omega lattice panels for a traditional decorative boundary with a solid lower section and curved lattice top, horizontal hit and miss panels for balanced appearance and increas..
5 August 2026
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Quick answer: A successful garden fence starts with the right panel, post and gravel-board combination. Closeboard panels suit strong privacy fencing, waney lap panels offer a practical traditional..
5 August 2026
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Quick answer: There is no general 7-year boundary rule in England and Wales. A fence does not automatically become the legal boundary because it has remained in one position for seven years. A long..
5 August 2026
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Quick answer: If the fence belongs to your neighbour, do not attach planters, trellis, lights, screening, hooks, mirrors, plants or decorations without their permission. The face visible from your ..
5 August 2026
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Quick answer: Choose fencing ironmongery by matching the fixing or fitting to the timber dimensions, weight, exposure and installation surface. Use suitably sized tee hinges for garden gates, a rin..
5 August 2026
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Quick answer: Choose fencing timber by matching the timber profile, dimensions and treatment to the job. Feather edge boards are used for closeboard fencing, cant and square rails support boards or..
5 August 2026
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Quick answer: Choose landscaping sleepers by considering the project, finished dimensions, ground contact, structural loading and preferred treatment colour. The available pressure-treated timber s..
5 August 2026
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Quick answer: Choose traditional square trellis for general climbing plants and decorative screening, privacy square trellis when smaller openings and greater screening are required, horizontal sla..
5 August 2026
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Quick answer: Choose wooden gravel boards when you want a matching timber finish, easier handling and straightforward cutting. Choose concrete gravel boards when resistance to rot and long-term gro..
5 August 2026
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Quick answer: Choose fence posts by matching the material, length and section to the fence height, panel weight, ground conditions and wind exposure. Pressure-treated wooden posts provide a natural..
5 August 2026
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Quick answer: Choose fence panels by deciding how much privacy, strength, airflow and decoration you need. Closeboard panels suit strong privacy fencing, waney lap panels provide an economical trad..
31 July 2026
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Quick answer: Stop fence panels rotting at the bottom by keeping the timber away from direct soil contact, fitting gravel boards and clearing leaves, grass and damp debris from the fence line. Use ..
31 July 2026
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Quick answer: Avoid setting fence posts in a hole filled with standing water. Remove the water, clear loose mud and confirm that the sides and base are firm enough to support the foundation. Use su..
31 July 2026
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Quick answer: To stop fence panels lifting out of concrete posts, check that each panel is wide enough to sit securely inside both post slots and that the concrete posts are upright. Fit suitable f..
31 July 2026
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Quick answer: Timber fence posts twist when different parts of the wood gain or lose moisture at different rates. Natural grain, knots, rapid drying, poor storage and uneven exposure to sun and rai..
31 July 2026
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Quick answer: To remove a fence post set in concrete, first detach the fence panels, gravel boards and fixings. Dig around the concrete foundation, loosen the surrounding soil and lift the post and..
31 July 2026
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Quick answer: To stop a dog digging under a fence, first close any existing gaps and remove loose soil from the fence line. Fit a durable barrier such as concrete gravel boards, timber gravel board..
31 July 2026
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Quick answer: Post mix is usually the more practical choice for setting standard garden fence posts. It is supplied ready blended, requires no separate mixing and sets quickly, making it well suite..
31 July 2026
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Quick answer: You can usually fit new fence panels into existing concrete posts if the posts are upright, firmly set and free from serious cracks or damage. The slots must also be the correct size ..
31 July 2026
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Quick answer: You can usually replace fence panels without replacing the posts if the posts are upright, firmly set, correctly spaced and free from serious rot, cracks or movement. Check every post..
31 July 2026
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Quick answer: Gravel boards should usually sit at ground level or slightly above it rather than being deeply buried. The bottom edge can be set into the surface enough to close small gaps, particul..
29 July 2026
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Quick answer: You can usually put trellis on top of a fence without planning permission if the total height remains within the permitted limit. In England, this is normally 2 metres from ground lev..
8 July 2026
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Your neighbour should not grow plants up your fence without your permission if the fence belongs to you. A fence is private property, and the side facing your neighbour’s garden does not automatically..
8 July 2026
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In most cases, you cannot force your neighbour to repair or replace a broken fence just because it looks bad, offers poor privacy or makes your garden feel untidy. Whether they have to do anything dep..
8 July 2026
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A neighbour cannot usually stop you putting up a fence on your own land if the fence is lawful, within planning limits and does not interfere with their property or rights. However, they may be able t..
8 July 2026
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The strongest type of garden fence for UK weather is usually a well-built closeboard or feather edge fence supported by strong posts, set properly into the ground, and protected at the base with grave..
6 July 2026
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A neighbour’s fence can have a bigger effect on your garden than many people expect. If it is broken, ugly, too low, badly maintained or completely the wrong style, it can make your own garden feel ne..
6 July 2026
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Making your garden more private does not have to mean putting up the tallest fence you can find. In many UK gardens, the best privacy comes from a careful mix of fence panels, trellis, screening, plan..
30 May 2026
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Quick answer: Choose a feather edge garden gate when privacy and a solid traditional appearance are the priorities, a picket gate for an open front garden or internal boundary, and a double slatted..
30 May 2026
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Quick answer: Buy fencing as a complete system rather than choosing panels alone. Start with the required privacy, appearance, airflow and finished height. Then match the panels with suitable timbe..
30 May 2026
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Growing vines and climbing plants on a fence is one of the simplest ways to soften a garden boundary. A plain run of fence panels can quickly become a living feature with colour, scent, texture and se..
30 April 2026
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Quick answer: Choose closeboard panels for solid privacy, ultra heavy duty closeboard for a more substantial framed option, waney lap for straightforward traditional screening, picket panels for lo..
2 March 2026
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A fence that leans, rattles or wobbles is nearly always a post problem, not a panel problem. The panels might look fine on day one, but if the posts are not set deep enough, the whole run can move the..
1 March 2026
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A rattling fence is usually a sign that something is moving when it should not be. The cause is often simple: a loose fixing, a panel sitting badly in its posts, a gravel board chattering in the slot,..
24 August 2025
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If you need a shed for storage, a workshop or a small garden room, one of the first questions is whether it is cheaper to build one yourself or buy a ready-made shed.
The honest answer is that it dep..
24 August 2025
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Quick answer: Choose a shed by starting with its intended use, not its external dimensions. Confirm the planning and building-control position, measure the delivery route, select a level and well-d..
21 August 2025
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Post spacing is one of the most important parts of building a strong fence. If the posts are too far apart, panels can move, rails can sag and fixings can work loose in the wind. If the posts are too ..
21 August 2025
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A railway sleeper retaining wall is a practical way to level a sloping garden, create raised beds or form a stronger edge for paths, patios and seating areas. Sleepers give a solid, natural look and c..
20 August 2025
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A shed is only as good as the base it sits on. If the base is level, firm and well drained, the shed is more likely to stay square, dry and easy to use. If the base moves or holds water, you can end u..
20 August 2025
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Decking can make a garden much more usable, but it is worth checking the rules before you start. Height, position, drainage, privacy and the type of property can all affect whether planning permission..
20 August 2025
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If you are planning a new patio, cost is usually one of the first questions. The final price depends on the paving you choose, the size of the area, access, drainage and how much ground preparation is..
19 August 2025
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Quick answer: Green and brown pressure-treated timber are primarily different in their starting appearance, but colour alone does not tell you how well the timber has been treated. The important fa..
19 August 2025
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If your neighbour wants to put up a fence on or near the boundary, the main question is where the fence will sit. If it is fully on their land, they can usually install it without your permission, as ..
25 July 2025
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Quick answer: Most sloping gardens are fenced using one of three approaches: stepping standard panels down the slope, building a site-made fence that follows the gradient, or creating level section..
25 July 2025
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Fence posts do most of the hard work in a garden boundary. They hold the panels upright, support gates and help the whole fence cope with wind, wet weather and movement in the ground.
If the posts ar..
1 April 2025
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Quick answer: There is no single UK law that sets exact lawn mowing times for every home, but councils can act where noise becomes a nuisance. As a general rule, avoid mowing very early in the morn..
1 April 2025
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Quick answer: Do not paint directly over green algae on fence panels. Algae creates a weak, damp and contaminated surface that prevents paint or stain bonding properly. The coating may become patch..
7 November 2024
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Installing a fence is more than just a decorative addition to your property. It's a project that requires careful planning and execution.
One of the most critical aspects of fence installation is unde..
5 November 2024
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Concrete fence posts are strong, durable and a good choice for long-lasting fencing. They do not rot like timber posts, and they are often used with slot-in fence panels and gravel boards.
Sometimes,..
5 November 2024
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If you have noticed green patches, streaks or speckles on new timber, it can look worrying at first. This is common on freshly pressure-treated wood, including fence posts, gravel boards, sleepers and..
5 November 2024
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If your fence backs onto your neighbour’s garden, you may wonder whether you can go round and paint the side facing them. The simple answer is that you should ask first. Even if the fence belongs to y..
5 November 2024
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In many cases, you can replace a fence without your neighbour’s permission if the fence belongs to you and sits entirely within your property. If it is your fence, you are generally responsible for ma..
5 November 2024
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When planning to install a shed in your garden, one critical consideration is its proximity to your fencing. The positioning of your shed can impact several factors, including local planning laws, you..
5 November 2024
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If you want to put a 6ft fence at the front of your property, the first thing to check is whether the boundary sits next to a road, footpath or verge. In many UK homes, a front garden fence beside a h..
5 November 2024
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Quick answer: If you have applied too much iron sulphate and the grass has turned dark brown or black, stop applying lawn treatments and assess how severe the damage is. If the application was rece..
5 November 2024
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Postcrete and normal concrete are often mentioned together, but they are not the same thing. Both can be used around the garden, but they are designed for different jobs.
Postcrete is mainly made for..
5 November 2024
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Creosote was once one of the best-known treatments for outdoor timber, especially for fencing, posts, sleepers and agricultural timber. Many older homeowners remember its dark colour, strong smell and..
5 November 2024
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Most people want their garden to feel private. Whether you are sitting outside with a coffee, eating with family or just trying to relax, it is not pleasant to feel overlooked.
In the UK, garden priv..
5 November 2024
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When you are putting up a new fence, one question often comes up: do you have to give your neighbour the nice side of the fence? It is a fair question, especially when you are paying for the materials..
5 November 2024
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Neighbour fencing disputes are common because fences sit right where two properties meet. A fence may look simple, but it can raise questions about ownership, boundaries, privacy, access and who is al..
6 September 2024
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If you are replacing a fence between neighbours, height is one of the first things to check. In most cases, the rules are fairly straightforward, but there are a few details that can catch people out,..
4 September 2024
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Quick answer: The best way to slow rot in Railway Sleepers is to use timber with a treatment specification appropriate to where it will be installed, prevent water from remaining trapped around the..
4 September 2024
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Badgers are fascinating creatures, but they can become a nuisance when they start digging up your lawn. This behaviour, although natural for them, can cause significant damage to your garden. Understa..
7 May 2024
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Quick answer: To install fence posts, confirm the boundary, check for underground services, mark a straight fence line and calculate the exact post spacing from the panels or rails being used. Dig ..
1 May 2024
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Best Plants to Grow Alongside a Garden Fence
A garden fence does more than mark the edge of a property. It gives privacy, creates shelter, frames the garden and provides a useful backdrop for plantin..
29 April 2024
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Quick answer: For many UK rear gardens, a fence around 1.8m or 6ft provides a practical balance of privacy and security. Lower fences around 0.9m to 1.2m suit front gardens and decorative boundarie..
25 March 2024
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Quick answer: Brown foliage in the middle of a conifer is not always a sign that the plant is dying. Older shaded foliage naturally turns brown and drops on many conifers, particularly when the out..
17 February 2024
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Leatherjackets are one of the more frustrating lawn pests in UK gardens. They are the larvae of crane flies, often called daddy longlegs, and they feed on grass roots beneath the surface. A small numb..
15 February 2024
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Fencing costs can vary throughout the year, but there is no single month when every fence is guaranteed to be cheapest. Prices depend on materials, demand, labour availability, weather, delivery costs..
12 February 2024
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Quick answer: Timber fencing begins with logs being sorted, debarked and sawn into posts, boards, rails and smaller components. The timber may then be graded, dried, machined and pressure treated b..
5 February 2024
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Fence height is one of the most common questions homeowners ask when planning a new garden boundary. The right height can improve privacy, security and appearance, but it also needs to suit the proper..
1 February 2024
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Quick answer: There is no reliable UK rule saying that you own the fence on the left or the right. Fence ownership and maintenance responsibility may be recorded in title documents, deeds, transfer..
30 January 2024
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Rock salt is one of the most common products used to reduce ice on driveways, paths and paved areas during winter. It is affordable, widely available and simple to use, which is why many homeowners ke..
29 January 2024
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Rabbits can look harmless in a garden, but they can cause real damage once they start feeding, digging and creating runs through lawns and borders. A few nibbled leaves may not seem serious at first. ..