RANGE REVIEW: OUTDOOR LIVING


ADDING A BREATH OF FRESH AIR


Forest Garden’s New Beckwood summerhouse range is said to combine classic charm with warm-weather comfort.


W


ith gardens now serving as places to relax, entertain and escape, the modern summerhouse


is evolving into far more than a decorative extra. Which is why Forest Garden, one of the UK’s largest manufacturers and distributors of wooden garden products, has launched a new collection of summerhouses – complete with opening windows – to offer a lighter, fresher and more usable space for the warmer months.


Style, durability and comfort Forest Garden’s latest Beckwood Summerhouses are designed with


style, durability and comfort at the forefront.


The shiplap construction is not only incredibly strong, but brings a classic coastal charm to the garden that will never date. But what makes the 11-strong collection really special is the addition of opening windows, ensuring ventilation on hot and humid summer days.


Jenny Davis, Head of Marketing for Forest Garden, says: “Homeowners are looking for garden buildings that offer both style and practicality, and that’s exactly what the new Beckwood Summerhouse range delivers. “By adding opening windows, we


are making the summerhouse feel fresher and more inviting, while also


helping with airflow on warmer days. It’s a simple feature, but one that makes a real difference to how the building looks, feels and functions throughout the warmer months. “We wanted to create a space people will genuinely want to spend time in.”


Summerhouse Collection Forest Garden’s range of Beckwood Summerhouses are available with both pent and apex roofs. The pent range is available in four sizes, while the apex range comes in seven variations, including a reverse apex design. Each is crafted from pressure-


treated timber to ensure longevity and all come with a 25-year anti-rot guarantee. Beckwood


“By adding opening windows, we are making the summerhouse feel fresher and more inviting.”


summerhouses are completely maintenance free, meaning annual preservative treatment is not required.


The Beckwood Summerhouse Collection with opening windows is available now from Forest Garden, with retail prices starting at £769.99.


• Visit forestgarden.co.uk for more information.


A STAGE FOR LIFE’S MOMENTS: TREX UK CAMPAIGN LAUNCHES WITH TV AD


Trex, the leading global composite decking manufacturer, has unveiled its official 2026 UK campaign, Make Life Outstanding, inspired by the countless ways people spend time in their outdoor space.


The campaign positions the deck as a stage for life’s moments, playing an enduring role in familiar activities. The nationwide launch – spanning television, social media, PR, podcasts and print advertising – marks a significant investment from Trex in its UK marketing presence.


Nine distinct personalities


feature in the campaign, each symbolising a different benefit of Trex as they express themselves in their leisure time. The TV commercial, directed


and produced by Pace and with a voiceover by comedy actor


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and writer Angus Deayton, can be seen across Sky TV and video on demand.


The campaign’s personalities bring to life the many qualities of Trex through the way they spend time on their decks. A man perfecting a bonsai tree represents Trex’s flawless, screw-free finish, while a woman meditating and a child making a snow angel personify how Trex is respectively low-maintenance and weather- resistant.


An artist paints freely, demonstrating the deck’s stain- resistance; a barbecue party shows off its scratch-resistance; a fitness buff symbolises Trex’s 25-50-year limited residential warranties; while the splinter-free finish lets dogs run across the deck without concern for their paws. Finally, a sun worshipper brings to life Trex’s unique


SunComfortable™ technology, which is engineered to be cooler* than the manufacturer’s original boards, while a DIYer achieves outstanding results with easy installation.


The UK composite decking market is growing steadily, supporting a global trend away from timber and towards composite for its durability and low maintenance. Trex Company, the global market leader with annual revenues of around $1.2 billion, is increasing its focus on the UK as adoption continues to increase. Trex is increasingly chosen as a


more sustainable option, as it’s made from 95% recycled and reclaimed materials and is engineered to last, with up to 50-year limited residential warranties. Watch the ad online at: www. pacecomms.co.uk/trextvc2026 *Trex SunComfortable decking


stays cooler than original Trex boards, but like all decking, it will get hot in direct sun, especially darker colours. Care should be taken to avoid extended contact between exposed skin and the deck surface, especially with young children and those with special needs.


• For more information on Trex, visit uk.trex.com.


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