Whatever size and style garden you have, these garden landscaping rules ensure you use walls, plants, paths and other features to give it structure and shape 1. Create zones Breaking up the space in your garden with different borders and boundaries is the simplest but most effective way to design a garden. Think about which way the sun faces, whether you want to use your garden for entertaining, gardening, children's play or all of these activities. Con …

We sell both green and brown timber, but what does that mean and which timber is best for your gardening project? Here's all you need to know on how we treat the wood that make up our productsWhat is green timber? The naturally-pale, wooden colour of green timber also has a slight green tint or fleck due to the chemicals used in the pressure-treating process What's brown timber? In comparison, brown timber is a darker colour of wood which has been stained on treatment. At AVS, brown timber …

Setting fence posts is an essential part of installing your own fencing. Fence posts hold your whole fencing up so are key to any fence construction. Setting a fence post isn't overly complicated but it must be done properly to ensure that your fence line stays set, secure and erect for years. Why set fence posts? Installing quality fencing keeps your property, garden, animals and family secure and safe. So, start this DIY task off right, by knowing how to set fence posts, and the rest …

Our post and rail combines a robust and traditional design, with good vision through the fence and also has the added benefit of being able to be used as an attractive option as a livestock barrier.Post and rail is a generic term used to describe fencing system comprising of solid timber post with rails and has three main variations to choose from: cleft, half-round and square cut. Post and rail is great for livestock, but also demarcation; it has the benefit of being able to deal with land that …

Our fences take a lot of flak: from strong winds and rain throughout the winter as well as from children and pets. Fences usually lose stability before they show real signs of damage so supporting the fence post is likely to be the solution. (So save the time, effort and expense of taking down an entire fence and erecting a new one.) How do fence posts get damaged? The most common problem with domestic wooden fences is that timber fence posts begin to rot at ground level. Rain and o …

Smart gardeners know there are important jobs to be done outside in the colder months so wrap up warm, get into the open air and ensure your garden is winter-ready  Add some colour Evergreen plants will keep your garden looking bright and fresh all year round so consider grasses or shrubs for your outdoor space. Winter bedding plants such as pansies or violas will add some much-needed colour, just ensure they're grown in a sheltered spot and, if in pots, are moved inside  …

The Forest Stewardship Council®, usually shortened to FSC®, was created in the early 1990s to help protect the environment. It is an international non-profit organisation dedicated to promoting responsible forestry. FSC certifies forests all over the world to ensure they meet the highest environmental and social standards. The FSC Mission The Forest Stewardship Council shall promote environmentally appropriate, socially beneficial, and economically viable management of the wo …

There are two main types of treatment that are commonly used with timber fencing and fence panels – dip treated and pressure treated. Both of these treatments are effective but which should you choose for your project? This is all you need to knowDip treated timber• Dip treatment, which is sometimes referred to as dipping takes place when the timber is immersed in a bath of treatment then removed and left to dry. • The process adds a darker brown or golden colour and protection to the …

If you're about to put up a fence for the first time, it's easy to become confused by the technical phrases used. Our handy glossary of the most popular terms will help you to identity which components you'll need to see your project through.  ARRIS RAILS are a wooden beam with a triangular cross-section, used in the construction of feather edge or closeboard fencing. They run horizontally along the back of a fence panel, making them strong and long-lasting. BATTEN  …

If you’re planning on constructing your own fence, the chances are that you’ve thought carefully about the materials you’ll need. Yet it’s equally as important to give the same consideration to the fencing tools you’ll need to see the project through. The right tools will improve the end product and keep you safe as you complete the job. Spirit levelMost of us have used a spirit level for DIY jobs inside the home, but these are just as handy in the garden, ensuring that your fence is level. …

The end of the summer months and start of cooler days is the ideal time to show your lawn some love, prepare it for the coming winter months and keep it looking lush into next year... Deal with growthsIf you've noticed that moss has become an issue for your lawn, it 's time to start treatment with an application of autumn fertiliser and moss killer. Another problem that can occur in the late summer and autumn months is the reddish tinge that develops on patches of grass. This tinge then tur …

Fencing creates privacy, improves security and  helps shelter your garden from the elements. Garden fencing from AVS comes in a great selection of ready-made fence panels and timber and concrete posts. Here's how to make the most of concrete fence posts and gravel boards... The benefits of using concrete fence posts  • Ready-made fence panels are a real boon to the DIY enthusiast. If you want your fence to last, as well as look good, concrete fence posts which last longe …