4 DIY jobs for you and the kids this summer...

The school summer holidays can feel like an eternity to your young ones, as well as to parents who have to find ways to entertain them! So what better way to engage them in an activity you can do together than getting some help with DIY jobs around the house? Here are four DIY jobs your children can get involved with this summer.

Painting the garden fence

Getting children outside when the sun is shining and away from the TV is vital once in a while. Why not get the kids some fresh air and give the garden fence a freshen up? Tony Almond has a fantastic selection of paint colours for fences and outdoor furniture too, including Vintage Rose, Natural Vanilla and Steel Smoke by Johnstones and Ronseal.

Fixing up the bike

Learning to ride a bike is a big moment in any child's formative years. Keep the excitement going by teaching them how to keep their bike road safe so that they can gain independence while having fun cycling around the local area with their friends. Attach appropriate lights such as the Just Bike Multi-Function Cycle Light Set, learn how to keep those tyres roadworthy with the Supatool Puncture Repair Kit and Blue Spot Bike Pump, and attach the Sport Direct Silver Bike Bell to complete the set. All these items are essentials for cycling but easy enough for kids to pick up how to use and get out on the road!

Kitting out the garden shed

The garden shed doesn't just have to be a place for mum and dad's storage, it can make a great play area too. Whitefurze Storage Boxes are available in various sizes and can give the kids a place to store some of their outdoor toys while encouraging them to tidy up.

Arts and crafts

The Paint Your Own Plaster Farm Animals set is a great way for younger children to have a go at some painting on a smaller scale before taking on the garden furniture! Complete with eight paint pots and two brushes, this adorable set will surely be a fun way for kids to develop their arts and crafts skills.

With a vast array of products available online, these magical DIY projects are at your fingertips. However, if you're local, come into our Merseyside store in Waterloo, open seven days a week, immerse yourself properly in what's on offer and get more ideas for DIY projects for you and the kids!

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