Lidl is selling an ‘elegant' garden buy that's perfect for sunny days – it's £146 cheaper than B&Q's version
THE warm weather is well and truly here and Lidl has just the thing for sitting out in the sun.
Shoppers will soon be able to pick up a budget-friendly decor buy that will level up their garden dining.
Whether you're a barbeque fiend or enjoy having your summer meals al fresco, this Lidl item is the perfect investment for the good weather.
It's particularly useful for those prone to sunburns who want to enjoy an outdoor meal.
The Livarno Home Cantilever Parasol will be available in the Lidl middle aisle from Sunday, May 4.
For just £69.99, you can enjoy some shade on the sunniest of days with this garden buy.
And unlike a traditional umbrella, this parasol doesn't rely on a central post, meaning you can easily put it up and down without disturbing anyone around your table.
The parasol is described as "large and elegant" and "perfect for your garden or patio".
It features a canopy with Sun Protection Factor UPF 80, which is water, oil, and dirt-resistant.
So regardless of the unpredictable British weather, you can still enjoy your outdoor meal.
The parasol can be cranked open with a handle, and is constructed with a sturdy aluminium steel frame.
This 258 centimetre decor buy comes with a three-year warranty, and can cover the average dining table.
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The metal base is designed for secure positioning using standard paving slabs.
A similar decor buy is available from B&Q, for over three times the price.
The 3M Large Square Canopy Rotatable Tilting Garden Rome Umbrella Cantilever Parasol is available for £215.
Both parasols are made with polyester canopies and are designed to withstand strong winds.
Air vents prevent strain in wind and allow air to circulate, which is handy on hot days.
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%
They can be used in courtyards, gardens, patios, beaches, and even pool-side.
A £3 garden decoration from Aldi that turns your outdoor space into a "lush oasis".
And the Aldi outdoor patio furniture, including a rattan effect corner sofa.
A Home Bargains buy adds a touch of glamour to your garden for less than £20.
And you can pick up a budget-friendly gadget from the shop that attracts birds to your garden.
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