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Planting Trees - Where To Place Landscape And Fruit Trees
The full potential of a great landscape or fruit tree may never be realized if it is planted in an incorrect location. Avoid making this needless but potentially costly mistake.
How Do I Keep a Lawn Mower Deck From Rusting?
Rust is a common problem with lawn mower decks simply because moisture is trapped in the underside of the mower during use. The mower deck is an important component as it keeps the blades protected and helps to prevent accidental user injury. Maintenance after each use is the best way to keep the mo
The Supplies & Directions for Making an Umbrella
Whether you want an umbrella to dress up your patio, or need one for protection from a sudden storm, you can make it yourself from simple materials that are either close at hand or easy to acquire. The waterproof material for the umbrella's canopy can be a basic tarp or plastic garbage bag, or canva
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DIY Cinder Block Wall
Cinder blocks are preformed, rectangular concrete blocks that are used to construct walls, building foundations and other items that require a sturdy base. The blocks are widely available and relatively inexpensive to use compared to more decorative stone products. Building a basic cinder block wall
Full Sun & Fast Growing Evergreens
Full-sun evergreens are always in season. The wide variety makes finding the perfect evergreen easy for just about every project, from privacy walls to stand-alone accent features. Most evergreens are available in 3-, 5- and 10-gallon sizes at retail garden centers, which makes planting them quite c
How to Clean & Stain a Deck
Cleaning and staining your deck is a lot of work but worth the effort. Wear old clothes, safety glasses and rubber gloves to keep from staining your hands. Choose a fair weather day for the task. If your deck is small, a push broom is sufficient for cleaning. If you need to cover a lot of square fo
How to Renovate an Outdoor Wood Deck
Wood decks serve as an entertainment spot, al fresco dining room and general living space outdoors. Between the sun, weather and human wear and tear, most wood decks eventually age and deteriorate. An old, weathered wood deck takes away from the overall outside appearance of the home. Renovating the
Tiki Poles Tell a Story
Of course, everyone has heard of totem poles but what comes to most peoples minds is the classic totem poles that Indian tribes ofNorth America and Canada used. However; the truth is that many ancient peoples that occupied Pacific islands also used similar poles that are now commonly referred to as
Instructions and a Step by Step Guide on Restringing Weed Eaters
Weed eaters are essential for cutting grasses. Different types of weed eaters are now available and there are step by step procedures you can to restring them.
How to Use Landscaping Natural Rocks
A landscaped garden is something that you and your family will surely enjoy. You can make it as unique, tranquil, or modern as you wish using all sorts of materials and plants. Hiring a professional landscape designer is surely the easiest way to get the design done but you may find that designing y
How to Put Up a Wood Picket Fence
Few images conjure up thoughts of "dream home" like a wood picket fence. Not only does a wood picket fence improve the curb appeal of your home, it also provides a secure location for your children or pets to play. Putting up a wood picket fence may increase your home's value. Moreover, if you comp
Aluminum Gates Offer Beauty and Durability Unmatched by Other Materials
When most people think of aluminum gates they think of silver and boring. Recent developments and designs make this the furthest from the truth.
How to Kill Palmetto Bushes
Palmetto is a large family of plants that includes both trees and bushes. All the species in the group are native to tropical and subtropical regions of America. Palmetto bushes include the scrub palmetto (Sabal etonia) and saw palmetto (Serenoa repens). Palmetto foliage is alternate and evergreen,
Balancing the Ecosystem in Garden Ponds
When it comes to the ecosystem in your garden pond it is really difficult to keep everything balanced at all times unless you do your research. That's because your garden ecosystem is delicate and requires all of the right elements in order for it to function correctly.
Ant Problems in the Kitchen
When throwing parties in your home, you might have noticed that people have a tendency to congregate in your kitchen. When ants get into your home, they also head for your kitchen. If you spot these tiny insects in your kitchen, you must act quickly to prevent them from becoming a major problem.
The Best Temperature for Planting Grass Seed
A lovely lawn is a source of pride for many people, and regular seeding is one of the best ways to ensure good results. Many people waste expensive seed because they spread it at the wrong time. The Garden Counselor, an online resource for lawn care advice, points out that soil temperatures can be q
My Craftsman Push Mower Will Not Start
Lawnmower starting problems usually have a sense of urgency about them. Desperation increases as the grass grows, and diagnosis attempts may become hectic. Disorderly or random repair attempts may confuse the issues and distract from any rational procedure. Take basic steps in a logical progression
How to Construct a Masonry Fence Column
Building a masonry fence column can add a style and character to your property. It not only can impress your neighbors and friends, it can also raise your property value. This can be a great investment to make to your house or property and the good thing is that it is easy to make and doesn't cost a
Granite for Backyard Landscaping
Granite is a type of igneous rock commonly used as a building material because it is strong and can display a wide range of colors. Granite is so named because it has a granular texture made up of crystals and minerals like quartz, plagioclase and potassium feldspars, hornblende and mica. This rock