Dads are no strangers to a bit of home renovation! It’s something a lot of fathers take pride in, and who doesn’t love some home improvement projects on free weekends when the sun’s out?
But what about the garden as well? Now we’re edging our way into the summer, and the kids are going to be off school, it’ll be good to provide them with an outdoor paradise to spend time in. They won’t need to head down to the park or pay to visit the pool – they can just go out into their own backyard!
And if that sounds like a great next project for you, here are a few things you should do to turn your garden into the kind of place where the kids can spend all their time.
Hose it Down
Most gardens will need a wash down when the spring comes round, and your backyard probably isn’t any different. A lot of grime can collect in the grooves and crevices, and turning on a hose pipe or even a Worx Pressure Washer for extra abrasion is the first step to transforming the place into something more fun.
Wait for the water to run off before you do anything else, and then marvel at how much cleaner your garden looks. Really, most people don’t even realize the level of dirt that’s accumulated!
Create a Play Space
Now that you’ve got a good base to work from, it’s time to section out a play space. This doesn’t need to be anything special – just a large slice of lawn will work incredibly here.
After all, kids tend to be happiest when they have space to move, whether they want to play tag, kick a soccer ball around, or build a fort to use on warmer nights when camping will be suitable. Give them this kind of space to play in, and they’ll use it!
Try to account for at least two-thirds of your garden within this, even if that means changing the current landscape. Don’t worry, you’ve got time!
Set Up a Dining Area
Kids love outdoor mealtimes. They’re a novelty that always represent just how fun the summer can be! Whether you want to eat a picnic on your own lawn or you fancy building a brick pizza oven for your patio, complete with table and chairs to eat from, a dining area will be a great addition.
You can mark this out by raising the level of a small portion of your garden and then laying some paving material down on top. These can be decking boards, patio slabs, or a bit of soft bark – whatever you think will complete the look best.
Then just try to keep this area as clean as possible to ensure hygienic mealtimes!
Garden paradises are great for summer fun! Create one outside your house by applying the tips above to your own garden space. The kids will be more than thrilled about the space you’ve made for their enjoyment.