A WOMAN has revealed that she and her partner gave their ugly garden a mega makeover whilst on a budget.
With just £500 to spend, Teri-Dewani and her man were on a mission to transform their garden without breaking the bank.
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Using bargain buys from Poundland and Wilko, the couple were able to add style to their once dull space.
Thrilled with their garden overhaul, Teri-Dewani took to social media to share a step-by-step guide of the process.
At the start of the clip, we saw Teri-Dewani’s garden prior to the DIY project.
With no grass or decking in sight, the outside space was in desperate need of some TLC.
Alongside the short video, Teri-Dewani penned: “How we made our ugly garden into paradise, under £500 budget.”
Firstly, Teri-Dewani explained that she and her partner dug and levelled up the garden.
Following this, they then added a fabric control sheet, which they bought for just £9.99 from B&M.
To create their own decking, the couple used wooden pallets, which they got for free from Facebook Marketplace.
They then added composite decking tiles from Home Bargains, which they bought for £9.99 a pack.
The couple also added borders, which they nabbed from The Range for £6.99 each.
They used six borders and painted them to match.
The next step was to add stones and they used three bags which they bought for £7.99 each.
Garden features that add the most value to a house
A well-kept garden can add anywhere between 5-20% to the value of a property.
Sellhousefast.uk carried out a study and consulted 36 estate agents, garden designers and property professionals from across the UK.
And the experts revealed the garden feature which adds the most value to a property is a shed.
- Shed – 82%
- Patio or paving – 76%
- Secure fencing, walls or gates – 72%
- Outdoor lighting – 66%
- Sturdy decking – 62%
- Water features eg. fountain or pond – 58%
- Modern garden furniture – 54%
- Artificial lawn/grass – 40%
To further add style to the space, Teri-Dewani got her borders from Poundland, for just £1.99 for a pack of four.
She also added a large gazebo from Wilko and stunning artificial grass.
To really complete the garden and brighten up the space, Teri-Dewani decorated with hanging artificial flowers, a comfy seating set and a bright neon sign.
Big divide
We think Teri-Dewani’s garden looks fabulous and clearly many others do too, as the TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @teri_dewani2013, has quickly racked up 968,500 views.
Not only this, but it’s also amassed 14,500 likes, 349 comments and 6,924 saves.
But social media users were left divided by the garden renovation project – while many thought it looked “great”, others weren’t quite as complimentary.
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One person said: “Wow, what a great idea, looks brilliant.”
Another added: “Loooove it!! Great job.”
A third commented: “On a budget that is brilliant. Looks amazing!”
Top 5 Spring Gardening Jobs
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Nick Grey, Gtech Inventor and CEO shared the tasks to crack on with as Spring arrives.
1. Clean your garden
Make sure to clear away all leaves, soil and plant debris from your patios and flower beds; this creates a healthier environment for new growth, especially as we get into the summer months. Gtech’s Garden Safety Kit includes durable gardening gloves and safety glasses; perfect for comfortability whilst tackling those outdoor tasks.
2. Weeding
Early Spring is the best time to tackle weeds; if you can introduce some regular weeding into your routine, you can guarantee a tidy garden all year round.
3. Hedge maintenance
Spring is the ideal time to tidy up overgrown hedges and shrubs, as regular trimming ensures healthy growth and reduces pest issues. Using a tool like the Gtech Lightweight Hedge Trimmer can help to keep your greenery looking sharp and neat.
4. Composting
Starting a compost heap this spring is a pro-active, cost-effective way to harness nutritious soil for your plants and recycle organic waste that will benefit the overall health of your greenery and foliage.
5. Look after your lawn
Lawn care is hugely important in assuring your garden stays looking beautiful. Make sure to rake away any excess leaves and trim your grass routinely.
However, at the same time, one mean user slammed: “This looks horrid.”
A second chimed in and alongside a laughing emoji snapped: “Council estate paradise.”
While someone else claimed: “That’s a breeding ground for rats.”
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