Show Notes
Jen answers these questions on garden design from our listeners: What can you use for a fence cover now that creeping fig is banned by Auckland council? What are some narrow short hedge options for in front of a fence? Most seem to need 1x1m? How do you fix a weedy lawn? I don’t want a raised garden bed so how do I finish it? Astroturf - yes or no? What’s the best way to add shade when I design my garden? What order do you do the landscaping in? I have three different types of fence, should I replace them or paint them? Cheap ways to give my front garden a spruce up? Would a garden designer also design a pool? Is there a magic formula for ratio of grass and plants to deck or paving? How do you work with sloped sections How expensive is it to flatten a sloping yard? Don't forget to check out @the_worst_house_on_the_street on Instagram for some serious lawn envy - the story highlight called 'lawn care' has some more info on how to achieve the perfect lawn too. Follow the podcast on Instagram @renovationnationclub and submit your episode questions to us there! You can also follow Jen @renovatewithjenjones and Dunc @duncanheyde.
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That's a wrap on Season One! Jen and Dunc reflect on the seasons guests, what's in store for season two, and what they'll be up to during this short break. We'll be back soon! Follow the podcast on Instagram @renovationnationclub and submit your episode questions to us there! You can also follow Jen @renovatewithjenjones and Dunc @duncanheyde.
Jen’s tip is on why you need to think about your window treatments early to ensure they’re as cost effective as possible; and Dunc’s tips is on how to get bang for buck on off-the-shelf options. Follow the podcast on Instagram @renovationnationclub and submit your episode questions to us there! You can also follow Jen @renovatewithjenjones and Dunc @duncanheyde.
What exactly are window treatments? Essentially anything that you might use on your windows and doors to make them more private. Curtains, blinds, plantation shutters - that sort of thing! We’re covering both plantation shutters and curtains in this episode, with two companies who make it super easy and cost effective for homeowners to get a premium product for a fraction of traditional pricing. Follow the podcast on Instagram @renovationnationclub and submit your episode questions to us there! You can also follow Jen @renovatewithjenjones and Dunc @duncanheyde.
Jen and Dunc answer listener questions on: Fun ways to decorate kids bedrooms Dealing with small spaces Cost-effective ways to give your home a tickle up Where to find the latest design trends Where and how to get started with interior design How to design a media room Follow the podcast on Instagram @renovationnationclub and submit your episode questions to us there! You can also follow Jen @renovatewithjenjones and Dunc @duncanheyde.