The summer months mean garden parties, picnics and cocktails on the patio. But if your garden doesn’t quite feel spacious enough for these activities, there is one simple change you can make that will make your space feel much more open.
Even better, this quick fix won’t cost the world – it’s a simple £15 hack to make your garden party ready. Bradley Spencer of garden furniture specialists Royal Finesse said: “We don’t all have as much space in our gardens as we might like, but that doesn’t mean we can make the most of what we do have. Making your outdoor space look and feel bigger than it really is might just mean giving your garden fence a new coat of paint.
“Lighter colours such as an off-white or light grey help reflect sunlight and can soften the edges of your garden to the eye, making it feel more spacious.
“Similarly,earthy tints such as a soft brown or green are great for creating a harmony between the natural colours found in your garden and its boundaries.
“Given that a tin of fence paint can start from around £15 in many hardware stores, it could be a quick and cost-effective way to give your garden a fresh new look.”
If you decide to try this hack out for yourself, make sure your fence is clean and ready to be painted. Remove any dirt or old flaking paint using either a pressure washer or a scrub brush, soap, water and elbow grease.
Once the fence is clean and dry it’s a good idea to sand it lightly and remove any blemishes before getting to painting.
Bradley says if you don’t want to paint the fence, there are a couple of other tricks you can use to create a sense of space.
He said: “Making good use of vertical space can go a long way, such as using climbing plants on walls to maintain a good amount of free floor space.
“Mirrors can also be used tactically, ensuring the reflection showcases more visually pleasing parts of the garden rather than the bins or a dead-end.
“Finally, try not to clutter your garden with junk, ensuring items such as garden furniture are practical and versatile, as well as maximising available space.”