Garden Design

Sucking in joint sand: this is how it's done

table of contentsWhat is joint sand?What does mud mean?Where is it suitable for sludging?Sludge joint sand: Instructionsfrequently asked QuestionsSecure in position, permeable to water and not susceptible to weed - These requirements are met by a pavement when the joints are filled with sand. Our instructions explain how to sludge with joint sand and what you should pay attention to.In a nutshellJoint sand is a popular means to clean pavement joints, e.g. B. on patios or garden paths to keep ...

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Playground fall protection: bark mulch or wood chips?

table of contentsWood chipsBark mulchConclusionfrequently asked QuestionsA playground must be supplemented with suitable material on the ground that cushions any falls. Wood looks particularly natural. But what contributes more to safety, wood chips or bark mulch.In a nutshellFall protection in playgrounds is essentialpossible materials: sand, bark mulch, wood chips or rubberBark mulch and wood chips are natural and inexpensivebiodegradable (rot), so must be renewed more oftenWood chipsWood c...

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Cleaning paving stones: this is how soda, baking soda & co help

table of contentsGently clean the plasterRemove weeds properlyCleaning of natural stonesClean concrete blocksClean with baking sodaRemove stubborn stainsBe careful with high-pressure cleanersfrequently asked QuestionsOver time and through the effects of the weather over the year, paving stones can lose their shine and unsightly discoloration occurs. Then a cleaning helps. There are a few things you need to consider.In a nutshellNo chemical cleaning agentsdifferent cleaning of concrete and nat...

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Plant slopes with easy care: 22 plants for each slope

table of contentscriteriaLow-maintenance ground coverGround cover from D - KGround cover from P - ZColorful accents on the embankmentPerennials from B - GPerennials from K - VBushes and trees on the slopeBushes from B - GShrubs from R - ZPlanting a garden can be an exciting and exciting undertaking. Or just a job that needs to be done. It's up to you what you make of it then. If the garden or part of it is on a slope, the task is a little more difficult and interesting, but can be managed wel...

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Sand the pavement: slump in or stop off?

table of contentsJoint sandSweep the pavementSludge the plasterAdvantages and disadvantagesfrequently asked QuestionsPaved areas and paths are an important design element on the property. Laying paving stones is easier than expected. But when it comes to sanding in the pavement, the question arises as to whether sludging or stopping off is the better solution. We have the answer.In a nutshellGrout material and type of grouting determine the durability of the plasterSweeping in the sand provid...

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Set and grout granite curbs correctly

table of contentsAdvantages of granite curbsSet granite curbsinstructionsGrouting and layersfrequently asked QuestionsSetting and grouting granite curbs is very easy with the right tools, the right material and the following instructions, even for laypeople and manual experience.In a nutshellGranite has numerous advantagesGrouting curbs provides complete protectionclear structures are created visually in the gardenIt is possible to set versatile shapeslong shelf life despite little effortAdva...

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Clean terrace slabs with baking powder, soda & co

table of contentsBasic cleaning with detergentsodaSoda instead of baking powderBaby powdercolahigh pressure cleanerfrequently asked QuestionsYou can easily clean terrace tiles without chemical cleaning agents or great effort if you have the right home remedies at hand. You receive the material used for the plates and ensure cleanliness.In a nutshellBefore using special cleaning agents, the terrace must be swept and, if necessary, cleaned with washing-up liquidHome remedies should be preferred...

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Fasten the pavilion to the terrace without drilling

table of contentsGround anchorinstructionsFasten the pavilion: feetinstructionsUse filled bucketsfrequently asked QuestionsIf you want to equip your terrace with a gazebo, you have to attach it securely. There are several ways that it works great without the use of a drill.In a nutshellPavilions must be weighted down or braced without drillingGround anchors are used for bracing on the terraceThe feet are weighed down using different methodsthe methods can be used on terraces made of different...

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Fastening embankments: 7 options for securing embankments

table of contentsFix the embankmentWickerworkSpreading positionHedge bushFascinesGabionsDry stone wallsPlant stonesEmbankments and slopes can slide off sooner or later due to gravity. There are various ways of securing this. Depending on the type of subsoil and the height, it must be decided which fastening method is suitable. However, embankment fortifications can do much more than protect the slope from sliding off. Because they become a design element in the garden and a valuable habitat f...

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Ball tree for the garden: 11 easy-care varieties

table of contentsWhat exactly is a ball tree?Easy-care varietiesThe classicsOther round growing treesRefined spherical treesTrees that are compatible with pruningTrees have always been one of the most impressive design elements in many ornamental gardens. A tree becomes even more impressive when its crown comes as close as possible to a real sphere. Even if the shape is sometimes created artificially and thus can be more or less clearly imposed on almost every tree, some varieties are natural...

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