The Somerlap blog

At Somerlap we are always looking for ways to be more environmentally friendly. One way we're helping the environment is by recycling timber pallets into woodchip. This c...

Gardening isn’t just about creating a beautiful flower bed or productive veg patch, it’s also good for your body and mind. 1. It’s a cardiovascular workout Sever...

When it comes to gates, one size doesn’t fit all. The site and use of the gate will affect the size and opening side, which is why we offer custom made gates, rather th...

Security is a major concern for all schools, not just around the main buildings, but also school land such as playing fields and sports areas. Custom-made gates and fenc...

No soil? No problem! With timber planters you can have a plant-filled garden even if you only have a patio, balcony or decked area. They’re also great for small spaces ...

Dogs and other pets love gardens, and with a few small tweaks most can be made into a pet friendly haven. Secure your garden The first step before letting dogs and othe...

Any timber gate treatment you plan on using will depend largely on whether your gate is hardwood or softwood. Untreated softwood gates Any untreated softwood timber gat...

If you're planning on buying a garden, field or entrance gate, here's 10 reasons to choose a timber gate over alternatives like metal and PVC. 1. Natural appearance U...

Why would you want to attract bees to your garden? The answer is simple: bees do an incredibly important job – they play a vital part in the production of nearly a thir...

Somerlap are proud to have provided a much nicer and safer outdoor play area for Blagdon Primary School by installing smart, new wooden fences. We were also happy to dona...

Congratulations to Mark and Lynn Perry from Weston, who were the lucky winners of our Mother's Day planter competition.  Mark and Lynn entered the prize draw while they...

Spring is here and summer is on its way, time to think about getting your garden ready for summer. Decking is always popular as it works well in all sizes and shapes of ...

Wood is the original decking material, but recently composite has emerged as an alternative. So which is right for your garden? Wood decking Wood decking is normally ma...

Wondering what to get for Mother's Day this year? Somerlap is offering a special treat for a Mother's Day prize – the chance to win a timber planter filled with plants ...

Trying to decide whether you need to paint or preserve your deck? This blog should help... Does decking need painting or preserving? Ideally, any decking should have so...