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A garden bench can serve as comfortable seating when you want to relax outside, whether alone or with family or friends. This piece of furniture will withstand the test of time and outdoor space, if you give it suitable care and protection. Here are some quick, simple and inexpensive ways to effectively look after your garden bench.

A playhouse has the power to keep kids entertained for hours, inspiring them to seek out adventure and let their imagination run wild. They’re also great for encouraging children to play outdoors in the fresh air which has huge benefits for both their physical and mental health - which means less TV and iPad time. 

Is there anything more exciting than having your own hot tub? No need to worry about booking in at your local spa or having to wait for spa treats on holidays - simply enjoy bubbly bliss whenever you want in the comfort of your own home, relishing in a little luxury. When you become a new hot tub owner, there are certain steps you’ll need to follow to keep it clean and in safe working order.

With the sun starting to make an appearance - it’s time to get your garden in full swing for al fresco season. Whether you fancy a garden dining set to eat meals regularly outside or a bistro set for lunch and light refreshments, or even to read a good book with a beverage while basking in the sun, Robert Dyas has plenty of styles to choose from.

Upgrade your relaxation levels in your garden by choosing unique seating that will create an eye-catching focal point, while offering practicality. Garden swing seats and hammocks are distinctive pieces of garden furniture that provide exceptional levels of comfort for lounging in the sun.

Ensuring you give the right amount of paint TLC and maintenance to your garden furniture will save you the hassle of replacing old weathered furniture or having to constantly touch it up every year. There are many things to consider before you reach for the paintbrush! Whether you’re painting metal or wooden garden furniture or having a transformation, you must pick suitable outdoor furniture paint and carry out the right process for a successful job.

Adding an outdoor gazebo into your garden creates an appealing focal point and makes for a fabulous place to relax and entertain family and friends. There are plenty of ways to enhance your gazebo and transform it into a space you’ll adore with simple and attractive touches

While a summer house is most commonly used during the warmer, summer months - you might be pleasantly surprised at how many other ways it can be utilized as a living space during winter, and even all year round!

Being environmentally friendly has never been as important as it is today. Something that we’re very passionate about and strive for here at Robert Dyas. Sure, you only have to listen to David Attenborough’s heartfelt, stirring messages to be moved about how much our planet needs us to change in order to protect it for future generations. By changing old habits, learning how to be more sustainable, and making more eco-friendly choices - we can all play an important role in protecting our beautiful planet. 

The popular saying ‘Tidy house, Tidy mind’ that most of us have heard so many times is definitely a wise phrase. Sure let’s face it getting the home organised smartly seems to be on-trend lately, whether you’ve watched all episodes of ‘Tidying Up With Marie Kondo’ on Netflix or not - so you might as well jump on the home organising wagon!