How to Prepare   We have all heard the recent forecasts for snow from the lovely people at Met Eireann. There is a lot of talk of snow and if that happens, Autumn and may leave your garden looking like a winter wonderland…or Autumn wonderland in this case. However, snow can also cause damage to your garden, which is why it’s important to prepare for it. Here are a few tips on how to prepare your garden for snow. First and foremost, it’s important to keep your garden well-maintained throughout the year. Trim any trees or bushes that may be near your home, as these can cause damage if they ..read more

Setting Up Your Outdoor Dog Run   Where is the best place for your Dog Run?     We Irish love our pets and in particular, our canine friends. The most popular method of keeping our dogs safe and secure is in a dog run. Indoor or outdoor dog runs. InTheMarket.ie provide dog runs for sale and we are going to look at some ideas about what to put your dog run on, below. All of the dog run ideas below are for outdoor dog runs. Having a dog run for your large or small dog, in your garden is an excellent method to give your dog the freedom to run and play when you are away from home ..read more

How to keep your garden as low maintenance as possible   We all love the idea of a garden. Not all of us love the idea of keeping a garden. It has been well documented recently how much gardening can act as a form of wellness and is almost meditative in it’s nature. For other people however, the thought of being on their knees pulling weeds and straightening borders can be absolute hell.   A maintenance-free garden is a dream come true for many homeowners. It’s a garden that requires little to no maintenance, giving you more time to spend enjoying your outdoor space. There are severa ..read more

HomeandGarden.ie Guide to Getting Your House Ready for Autumn   Autumn is only just around the corner and we need to start preparing ourselves and our properties. Out with the BBQ and the trampoline in the back garden and in with raking the leaves off the grass.   As the seasons change and autumn approaches, it’s time to prepare your house for the cooler weather and ensure that it remains cozy, comfortable, and well-maintained throughout the season. From weatherproofing and insulation to cleaning and maintenance tasks, there are several steps you can take to get your house ready for ..read more

HomeandGarden.ie’s Guide ToThe Numerous Benefits of Garden Storage Furniture   Gardening and outdoor activities are enjoyable hobbies for many of us. We spend hours planting flowers, vegetables and fruits, taking care of the lawn, mowing the grass, and relaxing on our outdoor furniture. However, we often face the challenge of keeping our gardening tools, outdoor gear, and furniture protected and organized. This is where garden storage furniture comes in handy; not only does it provide storage solutions, but it also offers many other benefits:   Keeps Your Garden Organised Garden st ..read more

HomeandGarden.ie Blog: Creating a Pet Friendly Garden   How can a garden be made pet-friendly? We all love nothing more than to have our pets around and outside with us, particularly during the Spring and Summer months. We all know as well that dogs can do a lot of damage when they are out, particularly larger dogs.   Dogs can damage lawns and borders, so designate a space for them to play or dig with sand or bark. You might make trails through your borders or establish clearly defined boundaries, like a low-growing box hedge, to stop dogs from crossing them. An excellent alternative ..read more

HomeandGarden.ie Blog:  How to protect your garden during a heatwave   Gardeners are frequently caught off guard by scorching temperatures, which cause struggling transplants to wilt just as their summer growth surge is supposed to be beginning. There are some easy steps gardeners may take to combat the heat and keep a garden flourishing, regardless of how hot the summer is.   The majority of widely grown vegetable crops and natural shrubs can endure sporadic heat waves without losing strength. The stress of intense heat, which dries and coats the soil in the first few inches, i ..read more

Homeandgarden.ie Blog: Keeping Your House Cool This Summer   This summer, you can both keep yourself and your home cool while being environmentally responsible. How? Read on.   Many people associate summer with barbecues,swimming etc.   However, there are some days when the intense summer sun isn’t quite as enjoyable, and turning up the air conditioning at home seems to be your only choice.   Everyone has had those moments when they just want to freeze their house and forget about the energy bill for the following three months. However, it’s critical to keep in mind that ex ..read more

Home and Garden Guide to Preparing your Home for Summer   Summer isn’t just all about having BBQ’s and mowing the lawn a few times a week. Here, we will look at how best to prepare yourself for Summer…if we ever do get a Summer in Ireland that is. There is almost always something to be done, strim the long weeds around trees and bushes, painting, varnishing of fences, windows to be repaired, drains to be cleared and we love to leave things until the Summer.   We think that these are all easily done then because the weather is better and it’s easier being outside What we forget is tha ..read more

Professional labor can be one of the most expensive aspects of a homeowner’s budget when it comes to maintenance and repairs. While many people will save money by doing much of the work themselves, not everyone has the ability to repair their own homes, even with the help of instructional web videos. When it comes to home renovation projects, saving money isn’t the sole consideration. When it’s time to hire a pro, know when to do so. Putting a Leaky Kitchen or Bathroom Pipe Back in Service Tightening a slip-nut at the P-Trap could be a simple DIY remedy for a drain pipe. A flexible coupling ..read more