13th March 2007

 

SUMMER LIVING WITH FOCUS

 

With warm weather fast approaching, bring that holiday feeling into the garden by creating a perfect setting for endless nights of summer entertaining. An extensive range of patio furniture, barbeques, benches and garden buildings are on offer both in store, as well as online, so it's easy to transform any backyard into a holiday haven.

 

Outdoor Life
For the perfect way to truly relax put your feet up in style and lie back on the Aruba Moonstyle Hammock. Enjoy a comfortable siesta and rest assured you won't be disturbed as this unique hammock features legs enabling it to rest easily on any patio or garden.

FOCUS' Aruba Garden Furniture Set is the ideal way to enjoy al fresco dining. This contemporary steel finished set comes complete with four cream and olive checked quilted chairs and a glass top table, making it the perfect choice for sophisticated garden entertaining. When the heat gets too much simply erect the matching parasol; it's the perfect way to chill out in the shade.

For bigger occasions, FOCUS has introduced the San Paulo six person dining set, comprising six high back metal weave armchairs, a parasol and a glass top table, offering the ideal party solution. Finished in a silver effect, this stylish collection will add a modern touch to any garden.

 

Secret Hideaway
On glorious summer days there's nothing better than sitting back with a glass of wine, soaking up the British summer time. Arbours provide the perfect place for this whilst adding a touch of tradition. FOCUS offers many shapes and sizes to choose from, ensuring there is a design to complement any out door space.

The Westmere Arbour incorporates a modern take on a traditional feature with its clean-cut straight sides and roof, whilst the Malborough style provides an old English countryside feel with its curved top and solid sides. Both will bring a touch of history to any garden and are available in pressure treated softwood and come in easy to assemble flat packs.

Sheds are a necessity for every garden to store and protect tools and equipment. FOCUS has introduced the perfect compact storage solution, with the Shiplap shed, which at 8ft x 6ft, will tuck into most backyards.

 

Dining Out
When it's hot outside, being stuck indoors slaving over a hot stove is not the place to be. With a range of gas and charcoal barbeques to suit all garden requirements, FOCUS can cater for everyone. The Carolina gas barbeque is easy to use and comes in a bright blue finish, making it the stylish solution for summer parties. Complete with a side tray on either side, a base rack underneath and wheels to transport it, the Carolina has thought of everything.

For those who prefer cooking on coal, FOCUS has introduced the two-tiered Trolley barbeque, which comes equipped with a movable grill allowing food to be cooked at different temperatures. The top grill can be used to rest food once it is cooked to prevent sausages and kebabs from going cold before being served, or can be used as an extra cooking space if there's a whole army too feed. Place plates and utensils neatly on the wooden under-shelf so they are at hand, easily accessible for when food is ready to serve.

For further information on FOCUS DIY's gardening products or to find your nearest store, log onto www.focusdiy.co.uk or call the freephone helpline number on 0800 436 436.

 

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