Marianne has shared her top tips on how to keep your garden protected with paint during autumn and winter, as well as some creative decorating ideas\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n With heavy rain and blustery winds a guarantee, it\u2019s important to make sure you tend to your fences to keep them protected. With a beautiful colour, you can make sure your garden looks the part while making it last. \u2018Here, we\u2019ve decorated the fence in the Cuprinol Ducksback shades Silver Copse and Black, with the deeper shades allowing the colours of any autumnal flowers or greenery to shine. To keep the summer vibe alive, contrast the darker Forest Oak with the more vibrant Autumn Gold\u2019 advises Marianne, adding \u2018not only will painting with Cuprinol Ducksback look brilliant, it will also help to protect your fence from being damaged by the sun\u2019s UV rays or rotting from water damage.\u2019<\/p>\n Before painting, it\u2019s worth considering the colour palette of your interiors so that your home flows from the inside out. \u2018Create cohesion between house and garden by matching your interiors colours and textures with the ones in your outdoor living space\u2019 she says, adding \u2018spaces decorated with homely heritage hues would benefit from leading into a garden decorated with fences in Forest Green or Rich Cedar, while rooms with sleek and neutral colour schemes should open onto gardens with accents of Silver Copse or classic Black.\u2019<\/p>\n A garden must-have during the autumn and winter months, a pergola is a seamless way to add a shelter that doesn\u2019t look hap-hazard or temporary. Not only will you be protected from the elements, but so will your garden furniture. Whether it\u2019s your garden seating or an outdoor kitchen for alfresco dining, it\u2019s certainly a structure you\u2019ll want to consider. \u2018When painting your pergola, using a dramatic, dark colour like Cuprinol Ducksback in Black allows the golden hue of decorative fairy lights and colourful decor to pop\u2019 suggests Marianne. \u2018Painting with Ducksback also not only ensures the protection of the furniture or equipment underneath the pergola, but the wood it\u2019s crafted from as well.\u2019<\/p>\n You might also like<\/strong> our favourite garden dining tables<\/a><\/p>\n Part of the outdoor living trend has inspired many of us to take our office spaces outside, with our sheds becoming far more than a home for spiders and garden tools. \u2018If your home office is in your garden shed, experiment with decorating in red, as this colour is known to boost productivity\u2019 Marianne says. \u2018Use Cuprinol Ducksback in Rich Cedar to decorate the inside of your office shed; either all over, on feature walls, or for eye-catching accents such as borders to outline your workspace.\u2019<\/p>\n You might also like<\/strong> Greenhouse vs conservatory: which one should you choose?<\/a><\/p>\n Garden painting need not start and finish with fences and sheds \u2013 wooden garden furniture also needs a bit of love. \u2018Matching the paint you use for your shed and fences to your wooden furniture elevates the sophistication of any garden\u201d Marianne explains. Opt for a neutral shade for all-year-round suitability, such as white or earth tones \u2013 the seasonal decoration you add throughout the year will be sure to match.<\/p>\n If you have left over paint from your various garden projects, don\u2019t throw it away or let it go to waste! Marianne suggests using the paint for seasonal decorations for your garden \u2013 think baubles and garlands to hang on the pergola or tree hangings for the greenery.<\/p>\n \u201cThe changing of the seasons from summer to winter doesn\u2019t mean it\u2019s time for you to pack the garden furniture away \u2013 in fact, watching your garden evolve from the comfort of your own outdoor all-weather sofa is a great way to appreciate the raw beauty of autumn every day\u2019 says Marianne. A lot of shop-bought furniture is often unsuitable for all weather types, recommending a covering or being stored during the winter months, which is no good if you want to spend time outside throughout the year. So, what is the alternative?<\/p>\n \u2018Pallet sofas are an easy and eco-friendly way to make the most of old wooden pallets. Instead of taking them to the tip, clean, sand and screw together four of them to create an L-shape. Attach heavy duty castors underneath and apply two generous coats of your favourite paint shade to keep it weatherproof\u2019 she suggests. Topped with large, comfy seat cushions, you have yourself an affordable, comfortable sofa. You can make the cushions at home, or buy them online \u2013 Etsy has some lovely options, much like the water-resistant cushions<\/a> pictured.<\/p><\/body><\/html>\n By Molly Malsom Published: Friday, 19 August 2022 at 12:00 am The British summertime never lasts long, so it won\u2019t be long before we see the trees shed their leaves, greenery begins to brown and the air becomes colder. 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