If you’re looking to get the most out of your garden, it’s worth looking beyond all the greenery. Even before you consider pathways and patios, you should think about the first part of the garden that anyone visiting or passing the home is likely to see: the boundary. Its fencing, gates, and walls can all play an important part in making a first impression. If you think that yours is looking a little lackluster, here are a few tips you can try.
Showing a fence some love
If you don’t have all that much to spend, but you’re not happy with the look of your fence as is, then there’s plenty that you can do to improve the situation without needing to install anything new. Painting the whole thing, or painting your fence posts if the boards are in good condition, is a good idea. You should take the time to straighten any warped sections, as well. With any wood fixtures, it’s important to finish and varnish them, as well, to protect them from the elements.
Switching out for something a little more solid
There are benefits to sticking with a fence, including the fact that it’s much easier to install, doesn’t take up a lot of space, and is initially cheaper. However, if you’re not planning to move any time soon, then switching out to a brick wall might be more of an initial investment, but it’s going to last a lot longer and need a lot less maintenance. Brick walls also offer great privacy for the garden and can work well as a sound barrier, as well, allowing you to relax in your garden without worrying as much about being seen or overheard.
The greatness of a gate
If you want to make sure that your garden has a complete boundary, then you might not want to leave the driveway open, especially if you’re trying to focus on security. A strong, iron gate can certainly provide that, acting as a deterrent against anyone who might want to get access to your property without permission. With the help of iron metal gates, you can add a lot of class and sophistication to your property, too. Iron can be shaped into all manner of gorgeous shapes so there’s a lot of potential for customization.
Go green with it
If you have a fence or wall already up, there’s a way to enhance its look and its ability to offer some privacy for your garden even further. A green wall is as it sounds, using plants such as crawling vines that can add a blanket of greenery to your garden. If you have a fence, the greenery will fill in the gaps, making it much harder for people walking past to look in. Greenery can off great sound privacy, as well, and certainly doesn’t cost as much time, effort, or money to put up as a wall does.
The boundary of your home can help it make a good impression, while also offering privacy, security, and maybe even a boost in its value. Think about the tips above.
