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There’s no doubting a winning garden space has the potential to add a whole new dimension to your home. As such, a backyard transformation should be top of the agenda for any homeowner currently failing to maximize the potential of this area. 

The dimensions of the space and direction it faces will have a big impact on your opportunities. Regardless of the personal situation, though, focusing on the following four features will create a garden you can be proud of. Here’s how to give your garden the homely vibe you deserve. 

Aesthetic Beauty 

The backyard is your private piece of land that is fully under your control. It allows you an unrivaled opportunity to embrace the beauty of nature. Do not let it pass you by. 

A little landscaping goes a long way. And this guide to seasonal flowers will help you maintain a beautiful looking garden throughout the year. Whether looking at the backyard from inside the property or stepping out onto the deck, surveying your stunning plot of land will fill you with joy. 

Hanging baskets, water features, and bird feeders can all have a positive impact too. 

A Place To Embrace A Hobby  

When utilized to its full potential, the garden enables you to complete activities that aren’t possible in any other part of the property. However, this is only possible if you designate a space for it. 

Some homeowners may build an annex to become a home gym, or install a swimming pool. Others are happier with a thriving vegetable garden. Several variables will influence your decision while there is no one right or wrong answer. 

Either way, the key is to tailor the yard to your needs. This sense of personality can truly take your love of the home to a new level. 

A Place For Hosting 

Relaxing in the garden is one of the most peaceful ways to spend a lazy Sunday morning. However, your outside spaces are equally ideal for spending time with friends and family. 

Turning the patio into a place of group leisure is one of the best home upgrades you’ll ever make. You can hire an outdoor kitchen designer to bring your visions to life. Meanwhile, adding the right furniture, lighting, and heaters will provide the perfect setting for the entire year. 

In addition to those direct benefits, you’ll be the envy of your neighbors for years to come. 

Safety 

If you truly wish to enjoy the garden and the property as a whole, safety is essential. Until this has been established, the results will remain limited. It’s better to be safe than sorry.  

When children are involved, it’s important to design the garden in a way that allows you to survey the entire space at all times. You may wish to invest in CCTV and motion-detecting lights to provide added security. This protects the entire home as well as the garden itself. 

This step will take the rewards of the other tasks to new heights, turning your dream into a reality. 

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A welcoming home is warm, free of damp and just perfect for its inhabitants. But do you know exactly who you are sharing with and how they might change your environment? Many homes aren’t just welcoming to family and pets…

Even when you live alone, your home is far from a solitary set of rooms. In fact, your home is probably better regarded as a house-share, bringing together around 100 species of animals. Yep, you read that right! So, who is sharing your welcoming home and do they deserve to stay? 

Who Lives Here?

The average house in Toronto comes with over 100 species of animals including insects, crustaceans and spiders. But, for the most part, there’s nothing to worry about. Contrary to their disconcerting movements, spiders are actually welcome guests and will happily see off a variety of small bitey things like fleas and ticks. 

Of course, the vast majority of the creatures living rent-free aren’t going to cause any bother at all. We won’t even see most of them. A good rule is that if you can’t see something and you don’t have any mystery bites, you probably don’t need to think any further. 

Don’t be Too Accommodating

There are a few you should be wary of and you should never hesitate to call a bed bug exterminator! Bed bugs will bite you at night causing itchy lumps to rise on your skin, which, needless to say, is pretty unpleasant. The good news is that you don’t need to get rid of your furniture as long as the exterminator is thorough. You can put your bedding into the freezer for 4 days as a way to combat any further bugs or eggs and wash on a high temperature. 

Dust mites can also cause problems and often favor your bedroom too. Though these mites are normally harmless and don’t bite, they can cause an allergic reaction. If this is the case for you, dust-proofing in the bedroom and cleaning regularly is essential. 

Carpet beetles are also responsible for itchy skin so if you have checked for bed bugs and still have what looks like bites, you should definitely hoover and wash all your interior fabrics, including cushions, duvets and curtains. 

Stink bugs are another common pest and while they won’t do any actual damage to you or your home, they do let off a significant stench when they feel threatened and they will happily go through your garden. 

To avoid accidentally accommodating unwanted guests, it’s a good idea to go through your pantry and make sure that all your foods are in sealed containers. You should also make sure that you clear up any spills as soon as possible and avoid leaving things like bags of flour for too long. 

For the most part, you can ignore the other residents of your home and leave peacefully together. However, to maintain an environment that suits you, it’s essential that you clean regularly and avoid any build up of dust or clutter.