Easy ways to revamp your garden for the summer

With the summer just around the corner, now is the time to be making changes to your garden to make it a habitable place for both yourself and friends of yours. The sun improves the mood of even the most cantankerous of souls and it encourages people out into the garden. With light evenings and long days, you can easily while away your summer in great company, but first you need to make some minor alterations.

With the sun finally out, it's time to get in the garden.

My garden in May

Garden expert Hilary Oakley from Oakley Landscape joins HouseFixer.co.uk for her monthly column on all things green and gorgeous.

There are lots of jobs to do in the garden in spring

Top jobs for the garden in Spring

Now that spring is in the air, your attention might be turning to clearing away traces of winter and sprucing up the garden in anticipation of budding blooms. For a guide to garden jobs worth completing this spring, read on.

Cuprinol's competition will continue this year and another shed will have a shot at a complete redesign.

Got an old shed? Yours could be next...

Old sheds need looking after, but sometimes they don't just need a spot of paint, they need a full makeover.

My garden in April

Garden expert Hilary Oakley from Oakley Landscape joins HouseFixer.co.uk for her monthly column on all things green and gorgeous.

5 ways to get your garden ready for summer

Five easy ways to get your garden ready for the summer months

My garden in March

Garden expert Hilary Oakley from Oakley Landscape joins HouseFixer.co.uk for her monthly column on all things green and gorgeous.

A buyers' guide to playhouses

If you have young children, playhouses can be a fantastic addition to the home. There is a wide variety to choose from, including fun plastic cottages and larger wooden playhouses complete with ladder and veranda. Read on for tips on choosing the right one.

What do you do in your shed?

Sheds are getting more central to people's lives, so much so that six per cent say they'd like to be buried in theirs.

My garden in February

Garden expert Hilary Oakley from Oakley Landscape joins HouseFixer.co.uk for her monthly column on all things green and gorgeous. It might be cold outside, but February is as good a time as any for some gardening!

Ways to keep your garden and shed secure

Whether you own a shed and keep expensive equipment in it your garden or you are simply concerned about thieves gaining access to your house through your garden it is vital to give as much thought to securing your outdoor space as your main property. Read on for useful tips.

5 reasons why charcoal BBQs are better than gas

If you are looking to invest in a new barbecue, but are not sure whether to buy gas or charcoal, there are a few things to consider before parting with your cash. Charcoal BBQs have the edge over their gas counterparts, though, for several reasons.

My garden in January

Garden expert Hilary Oakley from Oakley Landscape joins HouseFixer.co.uk for her monthly column on all things green and gorgeous. This month it's time to start over afresh in your garden.

Top tips on garden shed improvements

If you own a garden shed, there are plenty of ways you can enhance it to make the space as useful as possible. Should you be interested in improving your shed - and, as a result, the look of your garden as a whole - read our tips on some of the best ways to do so.

My garden in December

Garden expert Hilary Oakley from Oakley Landscape joins HouseFixer.co.uk for her monthly column on all things green and gorgeous. This month it's all about planning and prepping for next season.

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Natural tones spring trend

Forget bright and bold when redecorating your home as pale tones make a furnishings comeback. It seems spring may bring out colours in the garden but many home furnishing companies are offering a range of paler tones for customers.

How to make your home more energy efficient

Installing loft insulation will save you money on heating.

Taking action to improve your home’s energy efficiency will save you money and lead to a better lifestyle. With some simple changes your home will require less heating, cooling and have a better climate for day-to-day life. We show you how.