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One of the most popular do-it-yourself projects is the garden
wall, or retaining wall. The allure of the garden wall, besides being economical and relatively easy to complete, is that it requires minimum effort to maintain and yields year-round beauty.
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 There is no need to stick to one type of paving or surface - experiment. Pebbles, gravels, bricks and tiles, can all be incorporated. A contrasting brick
edge can also be effective.
Generally, it is better to choose a color that contrasts or compliments, when the patio is laid near to the house. Do not try to match the color of
the brickwork for instance. (Dark brickwork - light paving and vice versa). Dark colors are less reflective and are therefore not so much of a problem in terms of “glare.” Do not underestimate
the effect of glare. Make your patio user-friendly. A darker slab will also feel much warmer (or hotter) than a lighter slab, and will retain - and radiate heat well into the evening after the sun has disappeared.
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 Adding a screened porch or patio room to your home is a very popular home improvement project. It is inexpensive living space and can increase the
resale value of your home by more than the cost of a kit. When you spend more time outdoors, you often need to air-condition the home less, which results in more savings.
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