What to do this month

Perk up your garden ahead of the winter with a lick of paint

1 CHANGE THE BACKDROP Brighten up your patio area by repainting the brickwork or render. Go for a warm neutral or soft pastel shade for a stylish backdrop. 2 ZONE THE SPACE Rearrange garden furniture

If your outdoor area is limited in size, here are some ways to make it feel much more spacious

MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR OUTDOOR SPACE THIS MONTH WITH OUR GUIDE TO THE CHANGING SEASONS

1 If you love entertaining al fresco, whether that’s grilling on the barbecue or firing up the pizza oven, then creating a dedicated space for outdoor food prep will save you from running back and for

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