THE PROJECT
Dark Grey LED energy-saving rope solar pendant light with on/off switch. Hang from a parasol or tree, £85, Ella James
ST YLE WINNER
Glow on Enjoy the sun even after it’s gone down by using it to fuel your evening lights. Solar powered lights can create a pretty glow where you want it – without the need for extension cables – and transform your night garden.
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SENTIAL BUYS ES D N A S D EN TR S, EA ID THE LATEST FOR YOUR HOME IMPRO VEMENT PROJECT
Highlight beautiful blooms with an LED solar planter light, £14.99, Dobbies Wall Air Force Blue 260 masonry paint, £69.50 for 5ltrs; table in Mister David 47 Traditional oil gloss, £34 for 1ltr, Little Greene
COLOUR ME HAPPY
Stay on the right path with three frosted solar stake lights, £30, Cox & Cox
Paint in the garden can make the foliage pop, add a burst of brightness if you lack a way with flowers, or turn a dull corner into an outside party space. Little Greene has a rich palette of colours you can use on wood, brick, metal or render. Formulated with the same technical expertise used to make paints for lighthouses, boats and bridges, it’s durable enough to withstand any weather. The choice ranges from the environmentally friendly Intelligent exterior eggshell to natural Limewash for a traditional finish. Prices start from £32 for 1ltr of Intelligent gloss
Billy Oh Dorset, from £1,825, Garden Buildings Direct
take it outside The success of working from home measures means this temporary solution is becoming a permanent one for many. But while we might relish the end of commuting, having a way to separate work and home life is important. If there’s no room indoors to carve out an office, it’s time to go outside. Billy Oh garden offices start from less than £1,600 for 3.5x2.5m – ample room for a desk, chair and storage. Optional cladding thicknesses and double-glazing means they can be made cosy enough to use all year.
