A SAVVY mum has revealed that she, along with the help of her dad, created a DIY garden fence for less than £70.
Using wooden pallets from Facebook Marketplace, Adele Brindley and her father were able to transform her garden whilst staying on a budget.
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For only £68, the stay-at-home mum, who claimed that her garden was an “absolute mess” prior to the renovation, was able to add privacy and style to part of her garden – and people think it looks “fantastic”.
Posting on social media, the content creator, who has amassed 25,900 followers on TikTok, shared the step-by-step process of creating her garden fence and it left many open-mouthed.
The mother acknowledged that she is on “an extremely tight budget” but is “on a mission” to get her garden “all sorted in time for summer”.
As a result, she stressed that “upcycling and pallet DIY is absolutely our best friend”.
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The brunette gave her followers an insight into the process of creating the slatted fence, as she said: “Here’s how we made this fence out of Facebook Marketplace pallets for just £68.”
She advised: “You need to start by separating your pallets and measuring how high you want your fence to be.
“Make sure it’s secured low enough on the wall so that it’s not gonna fall straight over.
“Then you need to chop down your posts – your posts need to be spaced out so that the length of the pallet lands in the middle of the post.
“From that, you just need to start securing them to your posts.”
Adele then explained: “My dad used a palette lying down to make sure that there was even space in between each block and then used the same 3 x 2 wood timber to create the frame for the gate.
“He then added a diagonal piece of timber to make sure that it was supported enough and used the same technique to make sure there was equal space in between the planks of wood.
“Then it was just time to get the hinges on and get that secured to the fence.”
Just £68 and we have this gorgeous fence
Adele Brindley
Adele confirmed that while she comes up with DIY ideas, her dad is “absolutely the mastermind” behind the projects.
Following this, the father and daughter duo ensured that everything was secured in place and added latches to the gate, as she stressed: “We added a latch as well, because we need it to be able to keep the dogs and the baby separate when needed.”
Rules on fences and trees
Fences:
- Height Restrictions: In most areas, fences in front gardens should not exceed one metre in height without planning permission. For rear gardens, the limit is generally two metres.
- Shared Fences: If a fence is shared with a neighbour, both parties are typically responsible for its maintenance and any costs associated with repairs or replacement.
- Building Regulations: Ensure that any new fence complies with local building regulations and does not obstruct visibility for drivers or pedestrians.
Trees:
- Ownership: Trees located on your property are your responsibility, including any damage they may cause. Conversely, trees on a neighbour’s property are their responsibility.
- Overhanging Branches: You are entitled to trim branches that overhang into your property, but only up to the boundary line. The cut branches should be offered back to the tree owner.
- Protected Trees: Some trees are protected by Tree Preservation Orders (TPOs). Check with your local council before undertaking any work on a tree, as unauthorised work can result in fines.
- Roots: If tree roots from a neighbour’s tree cause damage to your property, you have the right to remove the roots. However, it is advisable to discuss this with your neighbour first to avoid disputes.
Always consult your local council or a legal adviser for specific regulations and advice.
To complete the fence, Adele applied black paint, as she beamed: “And all that was left to do was give it all a really good lick of paint.”
Showing off the finished fence, Adele shared: “Just £68 and we have this gorgeous fence.”
DIY fans react
The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @adele.mumonamish, has clearly left many open-mouthed, as it has quickly racked up 83,700 views, 1,012 likes and 37 comments.
It’s looking so good now!! What a bargain!
TikTok user
Social media users were impressed with the DIY fence and many eagerly raced to the comments to express this.
One person said: “I want to do this.”
Garden features that add the most value to a house
A well-kept garden can add anywhere between 5-20% to the value of a property.
Sellhousefast.uk carried out a study and consulted 36 estate agents, garden designers and property professionals from across the UK.
And the experts revealed the garden feature which adds the most value to a property is a shed.
- Shed – 82%
- Patio or paving – 76%
- Secure fencing, walls or gates – 72%
- Outdoor lighting – 66%
- Sturdy decking – 62%
- Water features eg. fountain or pond – 58%
- Modern garden furniture – 54%
- Artificial lawn/grass – 40%
Another added: “Wow that’s an amazing upcycle!!”
A third commented: “Looks fantastic, well done.”
Meanwhile, someone else chimed in: “It’s looking so good now!! What a bargain!”
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