Grill area

How to Create the Ultimate Grill Area

Grilling out in the summer sun is a great way to spend time with family and friends. Not only is eating at home cheaper than going out, it also provides a sense of community and closeness with those that you love. Grilling out on the patio is an essential part of summer and is a…

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Grass

How to Aerate Your Lawn

With spring just around the corner – or already in swing, if you’re one of the lucky ones experiencing warmer temperatures – it’s time to get your lawn in shape for the prime spring growing season. You may have diligently followed your lawn fertilization and feeding schedule the past year, but what if your lawn isn’t springing…

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Clogged pipe

How to Clear a Clogged Pipe

How to tell if your pipes are clogged If you suspect that one or several of your pipes are clogged, you probably have a few questions about how this happened and how you can fix it. Don’t stress too much, we’re here to answer them! The first thing you need to do is determine if…

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Outdoor kitchen setup

Elements of a Great Outdoor Kitchen

Imagine the smell of sizzling burgers and the sound of laughter on a warm summer evening. Now picture that scene in your own backyard, with your very own outdoor kitchen. A well-equipped outdoor kitchen can turn your backyard into the ultimate entertainment hub, and with the right elements, it can rival even the fanciest of indoor…

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Sprinklers in a residential yard

Types of Sprinkler Heads for Lawn and Garden Irrigation

Many homeowners dream of a lush, vibrant, healthy lawn. In most areas of the country, you need a sprinkler irrigation system to make that dream a reality. Sprinkler systems offer precise, consistent irrigation to ensure that your plants and grass get just the right amount of water (without the stress and hassle of manual watering). With…

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5 Ways to Remove Paint from Wood Surfaces

Are you wondering how to get paint off wooden surfaces? Whether someone has painted over a nice piece of woodwork in your home or you’re looking to change the color of a piece of wood furniture, don’t worry! Removing paint from wood isn’t as difficult as you may think. Depending on the type of wooden…

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How To Install A Wooden Privacy Fence

Your yard can be a sanctuary—a place to go where you can enjoy yourself and escape from the rest of the world. If you have children or pets or just enjoy a sense of privacy, a wooden privacy fence can help you create your own little corner of the world. If you aren’t sure how…

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How to Build Raised Garden Beds

Raised garden beds add a rich aesthetic to your garden while providing ease and convenience to your gardening. If you think raised beds aren’t your style, think again. With the growing trendiness of homegrown food, home gardeners have gotten creative with raised bed designs and styles. Raised beds aren’t only for vegetables, however; they also…

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How to Use a Tiller

A crucial factor for a successful garden is fertile soil. Whatever you’re growing, all gardens require good, rich soil. When it comes to preparing your garden, using a garden tiller is a great solution for soil preparation. Discover what a tiller is used for, the best time to use one, and the types of garden…

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How to Use Landscape Fabric

Landscape fabric is a useful and relatively inexpensive landscaping tool that gardeners, homeowners, and landscaping companies often use for various landscaping projects. While landscape fabric is not rocket science and is actually quite easy and straightforward to use, it’s important to know how to properly use it so it can be as effective as possible. While…

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