Get Your Garden Ready For Winter

Although people tend to speak about spring cleaning, autumn is the perfect time to get outside, enjoy some great outdoor time and get your garden ready for winter. At Lothian Building Supplies we like to make sure that we help our customers keep their gardens looking great throughout the year, and autumn is no exception.

So, what should you be doing right now to get your garden ready for winter? Here are some of the key things we’ll be focusing on in our own gardens and we’d encourage you to do the same:

House Painting or Touchup

Before we get started on your garden, it’s worth pointing out that now is the ideal time to make sure your house is in great shape externally ahead of the winter. Autumn is the perfect time to either tackle a full house re-paint or to tidy up any areas that are looking tired or weary. Doing this job when it’s not too hot and not too cold makes it a whole lot easier and more pleasurable. If your house or maisonry needs a bit of TLC, check this out.

Fence Staining

Now is the perfect time to make sure your fencing is in tip top condition and ready for what the winter months are likely to throw at it. We have a range of paint and accessories as well as timber treatments in stock that will help you get your fencing (and masonry) ready for the winter weather. Preserving wood is the best way to lengthen its lifespan and keep it looking great for longer. And, with our 10% online ordering discount, there has never been a better time to make sure you buy while stocks last.

The Last Cut

During peak summer, when you seem to be spending every weekend cutting grass, you could probably happily see your lawn far enough. But there’s something quite emotional about ‘the last cut’. When you cut your grass for the last time this year will depend on where you live and what the weather is doing. But as a rule of thumb, your last cut is likely to be coming up very soon.

And of course, if you really could see your lawn far enough, artificial turf is a great option which has come on leaps and bounds in terms of its authenticity in recent years – so maybe give that some thought.

Trim Hedges/Trees

Hedges and trees need your attention at this time of year to get them ready to look great next year. Trimming your hedges and trees in the autumn will give the plant time to harden off before the risk of frost. Autumn is also a good time to get rid of any dead or diseased wood to leave space for the healthy parts of your hedge/tree to blossom later.

Wash or Replace Paving Slabs

Dirty paving can get slippery in the winter months, so now is the time to get your paving slabs clean and safe. A thorough sweep and a good pressure wash are usually enough to restore your paving to its former glory, but if you need to replace grout or prime your paving, now’s the time to do it.

And of course, if you need to re-do your paving or replace broken slabs, we’re here to help. Check out the paving section of our website for inspiration and don’t forget that we are currently offering a 10% discount for online orders with fast delivery and the option for Click and Collect if you want to pick up.

Think Ahead for our Feathered Friends

Winter can be a tough time for birds and wildlife, so finally, consider adding a bird feeder to your garden. Even if you’re not much of a twitcher, you’ll be surprised at the hours of entertainment you get watching the birds from the cosiness of your home (just make sure you place bird feeders well out of the reach of cats).

So what are your plans for getting your garden ready for winter? Take your first step – visit our website – then order while stocks last for quick delivery. And don’t forget, you’ll get 10% off using current discount code 'GIVEME10'.