Is your decking looking tired and weathered? Maybe it’s time to clean and oil your decking or update your timber colour with a decking stain. You can rejuvenate and transform exterior timber such as decking and furniture for a long lasting, beautiful result. Here’s how.
Is all your hard work in the garden worth highlighting? Garden lighting can add a level of ambiance and sophistication to your beautiful garden landscape. It provides practicality to enable you to easily navigate your garden in the dark. There are many types of garden lighting kits to suit all types of environments.
Elevate your garden's appeal with our diverse range of DIY water feature ideas. Ideal for gardening enthusiasts, our collection spans from soothing pot water features to lively, captivating outdoor installations. Each design is crafted to add a sense of serenity, allure, and personal flair to your outdoor space. Explore our guide and discover the perfect water feature to transform your garden into a restful and picturesque retreat.
Explore a variety of garden water feature ideas perfect for DIY enthusiasts. Whether you're looking for a tranquil corner or a striking outdoor statement, these designs cater to every style:
Transform your garden with a charming pot water feature. This project is a perfect weekend activity and a great way to add a touch of tranquillity to your outdoor space.
Give an old pot new life by transforming it into a beautiful water garden. Along with making sure your pot is watertight, you’ll also need to consider choosing aquatic plants that don’t need much regular maintenance. Otherwise, let your creativity go wild.
And it’s not all that hard when you get the right gear from your local Mighty Helpful Mitre 10.
If using an old garden pot or fountain, you’ll need to give it a good clean to ensure it’s in optimal condition for your water feature. Empty it of all soil and debris and clean it with CLR cleaning product. When you’re done, wash it out properly before filling it with water and plants to get rid of any chemicals that could harm the vegetation.
The location you choose should be flat, level ground that allows for ample morning sun. The positioning will affect the plants you’ve chosen. We recommend finding a north-facing spot in your garden that won’t impede access. It should also be in proximity to an outdoor power point.
Low-maintenance aquatic plants are the best bet to a successful container water feature. We recommend waterlilies, rushes and papyrus. Repot them using a clay-soil mix. This soil is dense and will ensure your plants receive optimal nutrients and support while submerged. Cover the soil with layers of sand and gravel to keep it in place while the plants are underwater.
Fill your pot with water and place your plants inside. When adding your plants, the growing pot should be positioned so the lip is just below the surface of the water, about 3cm. Water lilies should be placed down to about ⅓ of the total depth of the water. Depending on the height of your pot, you may need to prop up your plants with bricks or some kind of platform.
In order to keep the water clean and free of mosquitoes and algae, and the plants thriving, your pond will require a pond pump and fountain kit. Place your pond pump and fountain kit inside the water feature, plug it into an external power point and turn it on.
Creating a DIY water feature, especially a pot water feature, is a rewarding project that adds a unique charm to your garden. Explore more DIY project ideas and expert advice from Mitre10.
This turkey roll is perfect to serve up for that special Christmas lunch. A classic to share with family and friends. While this recipe can be cooked on any BBQ, for optimal results use the new Weber Q. It has the option to use indirect heat on grill or to cook in the Q Ware Casserole Dish.
Everyone will be coming back for more with these tasty chicken wings, accompanied by a summer season mango and herb salad. This recipe can be cooked on any BBQ but for optimal results use the new Weber Q, For perfectly cooked chicken the Weber Q also offers the option to use the Weber Connect Integration.
These little sliders make the perfect party starter, a simple entree or a great light lunch. Marinate the prawns in advance then all they need is a quick grill. The new Weber Q with its high efficiency burner design provides even, consistent heat across the entire cooking surface, which means the delicate prawns will cook evenly.
Wood pallets have become a firm favourite material for the budget savvy DIY enthusiast. Often found for free, this raw material provides an interesting and on trend look for whatever you are creating.
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