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How to Change the Outside Look of a Metal Shed
A common homeowner's dilemma is the metal shed in the back yard. It is a practical, utilitarian structure that allows you to store all the garden tools, the lawn mower and perhaps a bicycle or two. Unfortunately, a basic metal shed is just plain ugly. An industrious homeowner, however, can transform...More...
Who Do I Call to Pick Up Used Furniture for Donation or Disposal?
Bulky furniture takes up a lot of landfill space, and when you're moving you might not have time for a long garage sale to offload it without creating waste. You've got many local options to help speed up the process of shedding stuff....More...
How Important is Lawn Care and Water Quality
When it comes to lawn care and water quality, it is an important step to consider the environment as much as possible. This means that you should practise good lawn care techniques, as well as finding out as much as possible about what will work and what may cause harm to the environment. ...More...
The Practical Art of Landscaping
The art of landscaping is always interesting for a house owner. It makes your lifestyle healthier and more peaceful....More...
Best Ways to Insulate Windows
Insulating your windows is a major step to improving energy efficiency in your home. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), properly sealing and insulating your windows can reduce your heating and cooling costs by 20 percent, or lower your annual energy bill by 10 percent. In a...More...
Yellow Patches in the Lawn After I Used a Fertilizer
Fertilizing a lawn is a basic component of proper grass care, providing much-needed nutrients like nitrogen, potassium and phosphorous to the grass. However, like even the best things in life, fertilization must be done in moderation, or it can cause serious damage to the health and appearance of yo...More...
How to Make Your Own Drawer Liners
Drawer liners function in several ways simultaneously: as protection for the bottom of your drawers, as an attractive backdrop and as protection for the items that you place inside the drawers. Rather than purchasing expensive drawer liner material, you can construct your own, and personalize the li...More...
Simplicity Lawn Mower Troubleshooting
When your Simplicity lawnmower breaks down, troubleshooting involves thoroughly inspecting every part of the mower. Look for such problems as gas leaks or clogs in the side chute. Either of these problems, or others, could cause the mower to malfunction and will require repairs before your Simplicit...More...
Grass Seeds for Shade
Homeowners and landscapers are often faced with the challenge of growing turf in shaded areas. Insufficient sunlight reduces turf vigor and tolerance of drought, heat, cold, diseases and traffic. Fortunately, using modified lawncare practices in combination with choosing a suitable species, variety ...More...
Durastroke 1500 Pneumatic Actuator Installation Instructions
The Airtech Durastroke 1500 is a pneumatic actuator that opens and closes vent louvers on industrial heat exchangers. Designed for exterior mounting and resistant to weather and temperature extremes, the 1500 series can be positioned vertically or horizontally. It requires a minimum 35 p.s.i. air su...More...
Portable Canopies the Perfect Outdoor Companions
Are you an outdoors person? Well many a man, woman and child certainly are and that is the inspiration for the subject of this article. Many find that portable canopies are the outdoors accessory version of a man's best friend and here is why!...More...
Varieties of the Esperanza Plant
Americans usually call this tropical plant yellow bells or yellow elder, but in the Spanish-speaking regions of the Southwest, it's better known as esperanza (Tecoma stans). Native to a huge expanse of the New World, from south Texas to Guatemala and again in northern South America to Argentina, esp...More...
How to Mulch With Garlic
Gardeners often plant garlic bulbs in the fall so the bulbs can overwinter in the soil and be ready to harvest by spring. Mulching when planting with garlic bulbs helps keep the roots warm and insulated against frost. The mulch also prevents weed growth and keeps the soil's moisture content more con...More...
How to Make Your Own Horticultural Oil
Horticultural oils are sprayed on plants to smother (killing) pests that inhabit your plants. Many commercial horticultural oils contain pesticides or other ingredients that homeowners may not wish applied to their gardens. The answer for many homeowners is to mix their own horticultural oil without...More...
What Kind of Grass Seed Can Be Used on Red Clay?
Red clay is a nutrient-rich soil that is good for most grasses. Creeping type grasses tend to do better than non-creeping grasses. One of the items you must keep in mind is that you will need a hearty grass to take advantage of this form of soil....More...
Quality Corner Fountains
Fountains have several advantages other than adding beauty to your home or orchards. An indoor or outdoor water fountain aids in depression relief and relaxation......More...
How to Make a Steel Can Crusher
A steel can crusher is perfect for anyone wanting to compact recyclable cans for a bag or bin. Wall-mounted crushers come in handy and provide more leverage so you can easily compact the cans at a faster pace compared to smashing cans with a hammer. Wall-mounted units can also be erected right above...More...
Deck Floor Layout Ideas
Outdoor decks can be simple or extravagant. From the shape of your deck to the type of material used, your deck can greatly enhance or detract from the architectural character of your home. One of the most overlooked methods for giving a deck a high-impact look is to change the layout of......More...
How to Change a Clothesline Without a Ladder
Line drying laundry has many benefits including increasing the longevity of clothes and cutting down on electricity and energy costs. Not everyone lives in a place which lends itself to the hanging of a clothesline. However if you are fortunate enough to be able to hang a clothesline then, dependi...More...
How to Build Patio Chairs
A patio can be an enjoyable area during the summer, but the excitement can be diminished without patio furniture. Patio furniture, such as an Adirondack chair found in catalogs or stores, can be fairly expensive, but a trip to a hardware store can give you a sturdy piece of furniture and far more sa...More...
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