There are lots of traditional roofing materials, from metal and slate, to glass and plastic. People are however, beginning to explore more sustainable roofing materials to play their part in saving the environment. One example is roof gardens. This is exactly what it says, a garden on a flat roof. They are extremely good for heat control. This is because they absorb more of the sun light. Using this type of roof will help to keep your house cooler in the summer, limiting the amount of time you need to use a fan or other cooling systems. Another option is a solar panel roof. These offer a way to produce electricity to help to run your home. Roofing materials are being reimagined to include solar panels built it. These are... Read More »

So you’re thinking to yourself, how can I make my english garden feel tropical? Well think back to those beautiful sunny holidays and where better to relax than at the tiki bar.  Tiki huts are a great mix of gazebo shade with the exotic tropical feel with its  thatched roof. Tiki huts are expensive.  Gazeboes with clever planting can give a tropical feel without having to spend thousands.  What material are gazebos? Gazebos are usually metal frames with a weather resistant cotton/polyester covering or wooded frames  with a tiled roof. Wooden being the more expensive option.  Gazebo on a budget – what colour would give  my garden that Mediterranean tropical feel?Beige or green are  great colours  to add the natural tones, then bring in the splashes of bright tropical  colours with... Read More »