Get your garden summer ready!

Summer has sprung up on us before we’ve even realised it, and has sent many of us into a panic about the sorry state of our gardens. With any hint of sunshine comes a surge of pesky weeks, and after months of taking a battering from wind and rain, our garden furniture could definitely do with a little TLC! Here at Tony Almond, we have everything you need to get you outdoor spaces looking their best, so you can show them off with pride at your next garden party or BBQ!

Banish those weeds

Weeds can appear overnight, and the more persistent can grow to knee height in a flash… which automatically makes your patio look a mess. But with our great selection of weed killer, from top brand such as Weedol and Roundup, you can get your patio looking pristine with ease.

Have a good clean up

We all keep on top of household cleaning, but it can be easy to neglect (or even completely forget about) cleaning when it comes to our outside space. But your summer garden will immediately look so much neater and more welcoming with a clean patio, path and garden shed. Jeyes Fluid Outdoor Cleaner is a multi-purpose cleaner that you can use to clean and disinfect your driveways, paths, flower pots, tools and more.

Before doing so however, it’s a smart idea to sweep up any leaves and debris with a good old fashioned broom, such as the Harris Victory Soft Broom. With soft density PVC bristles and hardwearing design, it’s perfect for outdoor tasks.

Get creative with garden paints and stains

Now that those vital jobs are out of the way, it’s time to flex your creative muscles. If your garden is looking a little dull, you can give your shed, fences and wooden furniture a colour injection with a coat of garden paint, such as Johnstones Garden Colours. In a gorgeous selection of shades, such as vintage rose, spring rosemary and wild bluebell, there’s something to suit every garden and taste.

Fade resistant, smooth and protective, this specially made paint will give you garden timber a makeover without hiding the natural grain of the wood. Or if you’re a fan of the more muted look, you can spruce up your garden furniture with a simple stain, such as Ronseal Hardwood Furniture Stain and Johnstones Outdoor Furniture Stain. These stains enhance the native beauty of your garden wood in addition to offering protection from the elements.

Protection from unpredictable British weather

And speaking of protection from wind, rain and sun - to round off your garden refresh it’s a good idea to give your garden furniture a dose of protection. Here at Tony Almond we have a selection of handy wood preservers, such as Cuprinol 5 Star Complete Wood Treatment and Ronseal Total Clear Wood Preserver. Clear and multi-purpose, these useful products provide protection against infestation and decay.

Finally, guarding your furniture with a Gardman Cover is a simple but effective way to shield your items from the elements and prolong their life/finish.

So don't despair if you have a BBQ or summer party looming in your diary that your garden isn't quite ready for... because here at Tony Almond, we have all the products you need to get your garden ready and looking gorgeous! Shop online or drop by our Waterloo store today.

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