KDM International are a specialist timber and forest products company who, since their inception in 1975, have been providing some of the best quality wood to companies all over the world. With offices as far out as Latvia, KDM are indeed a global company, and only with such worldwide esteem comes this prestigious degree of quality. As far as fencing, shed and gate products go, it’s truly hard to consider the competition.

Of course, the use of timber is one area where environmental impact must be taken into consideration, and KDM are one of the most prominently ecological timber suppliers around. With the protection of the natural environment right at the centre of the company’s core values they’ve ensured their timber is sourced from sustainable resources, is thoroughly compliant and checked by certified forestry control.

With our dedication to providing you with the best wood products available we, of course, stock KDM garden gates and a string of their other ranges as well! Their gates are strong and sturdy and ultimately reliable, looking bespoke and beautiful whilst providing that extra level of security and protection for your garden. They’re long lasting due to a special pressure treatment meaning the wood will continue to look brilliant for years to come, protected from the throes of rot, fungal decal and insect infestation.

If you’d like to know more about our full range of KDM garden gates and are in or around the Birmingham area, give us at Border Fencing a call today, and we’ll be happy to advise!

Freedom

Sheds offer the kind of escape that annexes and other similar such extensions of the home simply cannot. Their entirely independent location gives them a true ‘other-realm’ aura, a separate space that is wholly one’s own. Indeed David Budd, owner of shed enthusiast news group uk-rec-sheds.org.uk says “The shed, with its contents and use, is a major archetype within the male psyche”, going on to explain how knowledge of the joys of shedding seem to be largely unknown these days, speculating further still that this lack of knowledge may be contributing to the breakdown of modern society!

Functionality

Sheds have always been functional items, and whilst their prowess delves far deeper than their surficial applications, it’s undoubtedly true that, when safe, extra space is required no matter what the intended use of that space may be, a shed can supply. The shed atmosphere is particularly productive, it is a place for ‘tinkering and for making’ to quote designer shop Conran  who displayed their thoughts on mounted shed display inside their Chelsea establishment, a testament to the sentiment undoubtedly.

Flamboyance

That Conran quote didn’t stop there however, as they went on to explain how sheds were also ‘ripe for design’. Heading back to the Chelsea Flower Show, the examples on display there were truly inspiring, showcasing just what can be done with the modern shed to differentiate, stylize and personalise every inch.

Here at Border Fencing, we’re proud to be able to help reignite the passionate flame that once burnt inside sheds up and down the country (although not literally, of course) by delivering a huge range of options and alternatives on structures, sizes and styles, all tailored to your needs and designed to ensure you have the space to design, escape and enjoy. Give us a call today to find out more!

A good way to start when thinking about focal points is to decide what it is you need. Think what you’re going to require in your garden, so what’s going to be there anyway. Something like a large tree in the corner is likely a permanent fixture, but many of us require space to keep our garden tools and outdoor paraphernalia, something you could build with the rest of the garden in mind.

Shedded to Bits

Sheds are, of course, the storage space giving constructs we’re referring to, and with the range of quaint designs available, they don’t need to be the mere functional buildings we offer consider them to be! With the right style and type of wood, the right adornments and a perhaps a bit of gardening and landscaping to accentuate it, your shed could easily be the eye catching focal point of your garden!

All Decked Out

Decking has a beautiful, unique overall visual, something that’s instantly noticeable in your typical garden and something that is easily added to with flower and horticultural surrounds. You have an endless array of options when it comes to size, style, type of wood and how you’ll place it in your garden. Adjacent to the patio? In the corner? Border Fencing can supply beautiful railings to really help your decking stand out and turn it from more of the same, into something truly unique!

PATHological

If there were a scientific formula for creating picturesque scenes, garden paths would no doubt be an element of that equation. They are the meaning of quaint and, with little effort, can be the focal point of your garden. No matter how you choose to floor it, with decking style planks perhaps, or a rustic, stepping stone combination, adding in fences and gates will make a significant difference to just how eye catching you can really make it, and that is, of course, something we can help you with!

For more on our work, give us a call today, and we’ll help you turn your whole garden into one beautiful focal point.

So what makes your garden look great. Let’s start with the easier stuff shall we? Plants. Using the right plants to adorn your garden during the winter is paramount to keeping that rich and textured sense of colour alive. Evergreens are a great way to start and perfect for the border, whilst a structured element of colour, bright stems, bulbous berries, anything that’s going to augment the piercing sprinkling of white will do. If you’re feeling particularly flavoursome, Topiary tends to work well this time of year, as its shape is retained underneath the elements that lay on top. Clipped hedges and simple potted shapes will add a sense of visual interest with ease.

The extras are where you can really have fun. Try to think what might look interesting against the snow or the rather barren feeling that winter can impose on a garden. Patios, gravel stone pathways, and fencing all tend to look quaint and appealing when it’s cold outside, whilst doing something interesting with railings and decking will look great now and be even better if and when the sun finally reminds us all it exists.

If you’ve got a shed, why not build a small pathway to it, line it with a fence and a gate and sporadically add in potted hedge style plants along the way, perhaps adding a hanging basket to the door way of the shed as well!

Follow these simple tips and you’ll have created the perfect winter wonderland garden in no time, your neighbours and visitors will wonder how you did it, and they’ll be even more impressed when it still looks great in July! Of course, for all fencing, gating, railings and even sheds, Border Fencing can help. As experts in the garden, we’re happy to advise you on what’s best for your particular situation, so give us a call today!

Protecting Your New Fence from the Elements

If you’re going to install a new fence this winter, it’s important to learn how to protect it from the cold weather and frosts that plague the British winter.  Taking steps to protect it will ensure you get full value for money out of your investment, and it continues to look good for many years.

It’s a wise idea to paint your fence before installing it in the ground.  Using a waterproof paint will prevent the wood from absorbing water, which may cause rotting.  Applying paint with a sprayer will make sure all parts of the wood are covered.  You can then use a paintbrush to guarantee an even spread over the wood.  Treating the fence in this way will ensure it survives the winter without damage.

Making Your Garden Look Quaint with a Fence this Christmas

The number of unique and varied fence designs available from Border Fencing means there will be something for every garden.  You can make your garden feel extra Christmassy this year by installing a classy fence that adds to its aesthetic.  If you like Christmas lights, you could tastefully drape some over the fence to help create your own festive paradise.

Border Fencing’s products are double sided so both you and your neighbour will have a great view of the superior craftsmanship.  This makes it simple to go halves on the cost. To find out more about purchasing the best fencing Birmingham can provide, call today on 0121 371 0890.

Today, we’re looking at a family garden. How would you put together a plan to make a great space for you and your family to live in? How do you juggle the many aspects required for a family garden whilst still creating with the space you have? The answers are below!

Naturally, a true family garden needs to be practical, almost above all else. A close second, is, of course, those beautiful natural and contemporary aesthetics you’ll want to attribute to your green space.

A combination of surfaces is a good way to begin, think of decking, patio, grass and plantlife, and the kind of space you’ll need for each. With kids, it’s best to have a good deal of garden space for them to run and play in, but that doesn’t mean there’s a limit to what you can do around the edges and away from the main area. The planning stage is for you to decide all this.

Try drawing up a scaled diagram of your garden and marking out areas for each of the aforementioned aspects. You can squeeze a lot into a small space when you plan out in this manner.

Planting is one of the big factors to consider, as you’ll want to do this strategically, keeping out of the way of the kids, yet being focal enough to maintain an element of interest in the overall aesthetic , and baring maintenance and shaded areas in mind. Vegetable or herb spaces are great too, for food and even for educational purposes for the children.

Making space for sitting in the sun, perhaps via decking, as well as putting in a path will stop the worn-away look that dead grass will give on a route or patch that is over used, as well as adding interest and visual dexterity to your space!

Lastly, sheds are a great, practical addition to any family home and allow for the storage of items that would otherwise clutter up the garden space!

Look out for more great garden design tips coming your way from Border Fencing and stay tuned to this page for all your updates!

A Garden Building to Let your Creativity Flow

You could be an artist, a sculptor or even a writer and are fed up with having to turn your bedroom or dining room into your ‘workplace’ at any possible moment – with it never truly giving you the environment you need to focus, with unwelcome distractions or restrictions constantly rearing their heads.
With a sturdy, eye-catching yet affordable garden building which our team can design and build to your own needs, you gain that space you aspire for, leaving your home to be what it should be: a home, and your garden building a place for work, your thoughts and where creativity can flow and flow.

Workshops that Work for You

Another problem with trying to work inside your home could be the amount of noise or mess you could be making when carrying out whatever it is you’re doing… maybe you’re an avid do-it-yourself carpenter. Once again, these versatile, secure and long-lasting garden workshops are the solution to any problem, unlocking what could be often unused space in your back garden and turning it into an extension of not only your home, but what you can do when it comes to work. To find out more, just click here.

Bespoke Fencing Solutions

At Border Fencing we understand that not every garden is the same, and with this in mind we can provide you with entirely unique fencing that ensures your garden won’t end up looking the same as everyone else’s. The perfect complement to all garden features from ponds to bird tables, our extensive fencing range comes in lattice, ‘V’ arched, arched horizontal or traditional square horizontal.

We can also provide the duel-faced KDM International range of fence panels and accessories which can be enjoyed from both sides. With this in mind, why not share the cost of the fence installation with a neighbour?

Supplying Companies all Over the Midlands

When you’re looking for a company to carry out any sort of project on your domestic or commercial garden it is essential that you locate a firm with a strong reputation. At Border Hardwood we have been providing the very best fencing panels to clients throughout the West Midlands since 1991.

Our customers include large builders’ merchants, garden centres and fencing contractors among others, so make us your first port of call for all of your fencing needs.

To find out more about our range of quality and durable fence panels get in touch with our team by completing our online contact form, and our team will strive to get back to you as soon as possible.

Whilst fencing serves a practical purpose and has been used solely for its cordoning and edging prowess for many years, a striking visual design can really give the garden an interesting veneer, offsetting the various design nuances of your landscape and punctuating your designated garden areas.

And with our range of character panelling, along with the stunning hazel and willow hurdles, featheredge profile fences and double sided paling, there’re bountiful options here for you to be just as creative with your fencing as you are with the garden and the garden furniture itself.

Our team of experienced specialists are on hand to ensure you have all the information you need before you order. Need a specific design that’s not included in our initial range? Chances are we’ll be able to get it for you; it’s as easy as asking. On top of this, you can guarantee when you order with Border Fencing, you won’t have to go chasing bits up from other providers, whether you need the panels loose, or with complete concrete posts, gravel boards and the necessary fittings and accessories.

So to make sure your garden is both secure, and beautifully punctuated, call the experts at Border Fencing today, on hand to provide you with bespoke fence panels that will provide all your requirements, and if you’re unsure as to what exactly you need, pick up the phone and speak to the friendly team, who’re more than happy and able to help!

Disclaimer of Endorsement: Reference herein to any specific commercial products, process, or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise, does not necessarily constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation, or favouring by Border Fencing. The views and opinions of authors expressed herein do not necessarily state or reflect those of Border Fencing, and shall not be used for advertising or product endorsement purposes.

If you’re toying with the idea of investing in a shed but aren’t too sure, read on as we explore some ways that it will instantly improve your garden.

o Storage- Probably the most obvious of its uses, but it’ll be highly valuable when you struggle to find room for all your gardening tools and the children’s new Kookaburra cricket bats.

o Place to Escape- If you’ve had a busy week at work, you’ll appreciate the quiet surroundings that your garden can provide, and a shed will be a perfect place for you to sit back, relax and let all of life’s worries float away.

o Somewhere for the Children- Asides from you escaping, there may be times when the children are under your feet as you undergo household tasks, so having somewhere that they can escape too and play in will be a benefit to both you and them.

Sheds can be highly versatile and with the selection that we have available here at Border Fencing, you’re sure to find one that will suit the design and style of your garden, and the needs of you and your family. Browse through our website today to find out more.

Disclaimer of Endorsement: Reference herein to any specific commercial products, process, or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise, does not necessarily constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation, or favouring by Border Fencing. The views and opinions of authors expressed herein do not necessarily state or reflect those of Border Fencing, and shall not be used for advertising or product endorsement purposes.