RANGE REVIEW: OUTDOOR LIVING
OUTDOOR KITCHEN SPACE – FOR SO MUCH MORE THAN COOKING
EASY TO USE CORDLESS FATHER’S DAY GIFTS
Struggling to find your garden-loving pa the perfect Father’s Day gift? Don’t panic as these treats from Mountfield are the top of the gardening pops! The Mountfield’s Freedom100 cordless range will revolutionise his gardening experience with a selection of mowers and hand tools which are powered by shareable 20V batteries. Treat dad to some serious garden
Marketing Manager for KönigOutdoor, Joanne Bull, chats all things outdoor kitchens. Outdoor kitchens today are about so much more than cooking; if we are lucky, we want to create an outside haven for relaxation and entertaining. We at KönigOutdoor are seeing people wanting separate cooking, bar and dining areas; and looking for a seamless flow between indoor and outdoor spaces. That’s why we see so many large glass panels and doors leading out into the garden. In terms of colour finishes, soft colour pallets with muted earthy tones and natural textures like stone and wood-inspired surfaces, are popular.
A KönigOutdoor kitchen can cost as little as £17,500, with our largest project to date retailing at £80,000 although you could easily spend £100,000 and more for the ‘superhome’ – think Guy Phoenix. You get what you pay for is the key here; and, being an outside thing, it has to last in our wonderful English weather.
The ideal KönigOutdoor kitchen is bespoke, durable and oozing quality in a porcelain structure which is available in a wide variety of styles. As KönigOutdoor create each kitchen to order, you can design a bespoke outdoor kitchen to exacting specifications. They offer a range of appliance options so you can find your perfect outdoor culinary set-up including Fulgor Milano, Fogher, Wolf Sub- Zero, Blastcool, Beefeater, Delivita, Alfa Forni, Big Green Egg and Kamado Joe. We have also put together the Koncept range, an outdoor kitchen with a set sleek design to provide all the style and sophistication that retails under £20k. The three Koncept modules feature all the essentials including storage, cooking appliance and drinks fridge and are available in 5 finishes.
For further information on KönigOutdoor, please email sales@kö
nigoutdoor.co.uk or visit www.kö
nigoutdoor.co.uk
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greatness with this powerhouse line-up. We’re talking three top- tier lawnmowers boasting cutting widths from 30 to 38cm – perfect for precision cuts that would make a golf course jealous.
Need tools instead? Mountfield’s got your back! Take your pick from five mighty handheld heroes: a blower, grass trimmer, hedge trimmer, blower/shredder vac, and a do-it-all multi-tool. And yes, each one comes with a battery and charger. That’s what we call cordless convenience with serious value! So if you have got a plant-loving pop, help him ditch the tangled cords and step into a new era of hassle- free gardening.
MAB 20 Li Cordless Leaf Blower – RRP: £89 If dad’s lawn is his kingdom, this is his magic wand. Lightweight, compact, and comfort-focused, this cordless blower is perfect for clearing leaves, debris, and any
HOMEOWNERS FULL OF BEANS AS THEY SOAK UP THE SUNSHINE
With Britain basking in a spell of sunshine, a surge of interest for outdoor beanbag garden furniture has been revealed as an unlikely new garden trend. Manchester-based Big Bertha Original is seeing a sharp increase in demand for its stylish, weather-proof beanbags, which offer a comfortable and contemporary alternative to traditional garden furniture, at a fraction of the cost.
As homeowners embrace the great outdoors, Big Bertha Original’s outdoor range is proving the perfect fit ahead of the summer, combining practical durability with bold, modern design. And unlike conventional outdoor furniture, it can be easily moved and stored away during Mother Nature’s more unpredictable moments. Made from shower resistant,
UV-resistant fabric, the beanbags are built to thrive in British gardens and are becoming increasingly popular as a cost-effective alternative to wood, wicker and plastic alternatives.
SMART, QUIET MOWING: A GIFT TO GARDEN WILDLIFE
doubt about who’s king of the clean- up. With variable speed, up to 40 minutes runtime, and space-saving features, it’s a breeze in every sense. Because dad deserves tools that work as hard as he does.
MMT 20 Li Cordless Garden Multi Tool – RRP: £189 Give dad the gift of versatility! This battery-powered multi-tool trims hedges, prunes branches, and makes garden jobs effortless. With pole pruner and hedge trimmer attachments, it’s a garden Swiss Army knife – only cooler.
MHT 20 Li Cordless Hedge Trimmer – RRP: £89 Looking for a gift that’s sharp, smart, and seriously handy? Say hello to the – the ultimate garden gadget for dads who like their hedges neat and their tools hassle-free. With 40 minutes of runtime, this lightweight, battery-powered trimmer packs a punch without the noise or cables.
All of these products and more can be found on the Mountfield website at www.
mountfieldlawnmowers.co.uk
As proud advocates for garden biodiversity, STIGA has long supported the many wonderful creatures that bring our outdoor spaces to life. Love for the environment runs deep in the STIGA ethos – so much so that even their green-fingered engineers share the heart of a true gardener. STIGA is highlighting how sustainable lawn care and innovative technology can go hand in hand. Its latest breakthrough in predictive technology allows STIGA’s Autonomous Robot Mowers to know exactly where and when to mow – ensuring lawns remain lush, healthy, and wildlife-friendly, with minimal intervention.
Designed with nature in mind Every garden is a delicate ecosystem, and STIGA understands how vital it is to care for it thoughtfully. Their next-generation robot mowers are designed to work during daylight hours, leaving nights undisturbed, allowing nocturnal wildlife like hedgehogs to roam safely.
By focusing on precision and sustainability, STIGA’s intelligent machines provide an eco-conscious way to keep gardens beautiful while supporting the creatures that call them home.
Big Bertha Original Buyer, Hannah
Blakey, says: “We’re noticing a spike in sales for our outdoor collection, which is not only a fashionable alternative, but a functional one too.
“Our Sun Loungers complement any outdoor space and they’re also deceptively practical. They’re showerproof, easy to wipe clean, lightweight and retail at prices that won’t break the bank. “The feedback we’re receiving is that our products are a contemporary alternative to wooden benches or bulky rattan sets. And with so many styles and designs, they do look the part when the sun comes out.”
For more on Big Bertha Original’s outdoor collection visit
www.bigberthaoriginal.com/ collections/outdoor-bean-bags
www.diyweek.net
Certified peace and quiet STIGA is proud to be the only autonomous robotic mower brand to earn Quiet Mark certification – a globally respected recognition from the UK’s Noise Abatement Society. Quiet Mark identifies high- performance, low-noise products that help reduce noise pollution and promote healthier, more tranquil living spaces. This prestigious certification
proves what STIGA customers already know: high-tech lawn care doesn’t have to come at the expense of nature. Combining cutting-edge design with quiet operation, STIGA’s autonomous robot mowers set the gold standard in silent, sustainable gardening.
Visit
www.stiga.com/uk/ to learn more and make the best lawn care upgrade of your life!
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