When I tell people that I'm the landscaper who looks after our team's football field they are really impressed, and a little jealous. I don't think they know how much work it is though - it's definitely trickier than keeping your backyard looking green. Not only does my football field need to look lush, it also needs to be perfectly even so that the ball doesn't bounce at crazy angles, and not so soft that the players boots sink in. I need to keep up with all of the latest tricks that landscapers have, and I write these up here so that everyone can give them a try on their own fields.
28 October 2016
Concrete is a popular choice of material for retaining walls within the garden. It's not surprising as concrete is inexpensive, versatile and incredibly durable. However, if your retaining wall is in a prominent place in your garden, such as an outdoor entertaining area, you may find a plain concrete finish isn't all that aesthetically pleasing. Fortunately, there are some simple ways that you can make concrete retaining walls much more attractive, and here are three of them.
25 February 2016
If you are looking to lay down a fresh lawn, you will first need to remove the sod. Here are some tips for removing the sod using a variety of different techniques. Prepare to Remove the Sod Before you decide which method you will choose, there are some preparation steps to take first. First of all, make sure you know where all sprinklers and other aspects of the lawn irrigation system are located.
12 January 2016
Owning business premises is not simply about ensuring the building itself is aesthetic appealing. The overall curb appeal of the premises will also play a role in creating an impression on current as well as prospective clients. You may have a pristine office but if the exterior looks decrepit and ill maintained, you stand the chance of losing business. One of the easiest ways of ensuring the outdoors of your premises is aesthetically appealing is through the use of commercial synthetic grass.