There have been many arguments for and against chopping down trees, many against arguments being related to the effects it’s having on wildlife and deforestation –  but if you want to get rid of one nuisance tree in your garden, there are many ways you can reuse your cut down tree to make sure it doesn’t go to waste. Tree Surgeon Poole companies can make sure your tree is cut down properly and with the correct safety procedures, so don’t panic about having to do this difficult task by yourself.

The Tree Stump

Tree stumps can make for a great natural side table or garden stools – they are reliable, sturdy, and most importantly you don’t have to worry too much about drink spillages. You can even revamp it by giving it a lick of paint. It’s strong, natural and useful – what’s not to like?

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Small walkway barriers

You may notice these out and about at nature walks, to allow walkers to differentiate

between forest and path way, tree branches make for great garden path edgings; it adds a bit of character, and looks unique. Just tie pieces of tree branches together and place on each side of your garden path.

Homely Decors

Instead of buying new, why not make your own home decorations. Photo frames are an easy make as you just need to tie or glue the sides together – voila, you have your own natural photo frame! You can even make your own placemats and drink coasters. The great thing about wood is that it’s basically a blank canvas so you can decorate it however you want to; decoupage is a great option for decorating wood, or you may just choose to have it undecorated for a natural wooden look.

Leaf confetti

Did you know? Most confetti is made from plastic – which takes many years to break down. This is harmful to our environment and the local wildlife. So if you’re attending an event or wedding you may want to consider leaf confetti. All the need is a shape punch (cutter) and of course a lot of leaves – it’s as simple as that!

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Trusty fire wood

The main benefit from cutting down a tree is the fire wood. If you have a log burner or an open fire place; keeping some logs from your tree aside for the winter, or even for extreme weather to make a fire will certainly keep you well prepared.

HandMade Furniture

If you are handy with DIY, you may want to create your own furniture – this could include bookcases, wine racks, or even a kitchen table. Wood is nature’s finest material, so it most definitely shouldn’t be overlooked. You might want to check out this article on different wood types for woodworking projects if you’re interested in making your own wooden furniture.

With spring rolling around, it is the perfect time to start planning for the annual spring clean in our homes and garages.

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A report in Very Well Mind suggests that clutter in our living spaces can create stress and that one-third of its readers avoid going home because of the overwhelming mess. When trying to combat clutter in your home, it can be tempting to throw it all into the garage; after all, out of sight can sometimes equal out of mind.

Your garage can be a functional storage space, but it isn’t a dumping ground. Fail to organise it well and you are failing to utilize its potential. The stress and mess will still be there, just relocated. Here are some tips on organizing your garage this spring.

Prepare well

Planning your clear-out/clean-up operation before you begin to move things ensures that the process is organised from start to finish. Before you begin, take an inventory of everything in there, separating the items into those you plan to get rid of and those you plan to keep. Then move everything out and clean the garage so that you have a fresh base to move everything back into.

Arrangement Of Lighting

To keep proper lighting inside the garage you can use high bay LED lights. This would be increasing the visibility inside the whole garage.

Maximize space

Utilising the space inside your garage means thinking outside of the box – quite literally! – in terms of storage opportunities. Use a garage shelving UK site to find great quality wall shelving, leaving you with plenty of floor space should you still need it for parking your vehicle(s). Multiple drawer units are also useful for categorising smaller items such as tools. Before you install any shelving, ensure that you have taken the right measurements for the areas in which you would like to put them.

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Create groups

Good organisation means being able to find something quickly when you need it. To do this, group items together and use a labelling system to identify what is where. Remember that dangerous items such as chemicals or sharp objects should be kept out of the reach of small children on high garage shelving UK. Any valuables should also be locked away in a secure cabinet.

Finally…

Don’t cover up any important vents or drains with heavy units, and don’t overload your shelving. Ensure that doors can still be opened seamlessly with the new fittings installed.