
KNOWLEDGE HUB
Practical guides and advice to help you choose, install, and maintain garden buildings and timber fencing.

Steel vs Concrete vs Wood: Guide to fence posts
In this article, we’ll be comparing wood, concrete and DuraPost to help you make the correct decision for your new fence. This is even more relevant with the ongoing supply chain issues.

Pressure Treated or Dip Treated – Your Timber Choice
If you’re looking into buying garden fencing, furniture or other garden timber products, then wood treatment should be a priority.

Reduce burglaries: Ultimate fencing checklist
Autumn, despite its fabulous colours and cosier nights, does sadly create a rise in burglaries and your fencing could be putting your family, your pets, and your home at risk.

New kiln-dried firewood makes the perfect winter warmer for a season indoors
There’s no doubt this winter season will be a little bit different from all the rest.

Award winning: A lock with confidence
Gate and fencing accessory manufacturer, Birkdale, has been awarded full product patents for the single and double locking versions of its innovative GATEMATE® Euro Profile Long Throw Lock.

The best firewood for wood burning stoves
As the nights are drawing in, winter approaching and the temperatures dropping, re-stocking your firewood supplies is important. Choosing the best types of firewood can create the perfect fire.

Our ultimate guide to a garden shed
Need a shed? A solid shed can provide storage, become a focal point, increase and improve gardening and more. Here is how to get it right.

Dog friendly garden ideas using fencing
Our friends at Jacksons Fencing published a fantastic blog on how our four-legged best friends enjoy the garden just as much as we do.

How many fence panels will I need?
Read our three steps to ensure you correctly and accurately measure and to calculate the number of fence panels that will be required for your project.

Why are there supply shortages?
With Covid-19 causing immense challenges and emotional impact for many, it has had a wider effect on supply chains across all industries. Here are some of the key areas effected:
