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Adding Fire Glass To Your Outdoor Fire Table

We have compiled some information on what you should be aware of when selection fire glass for you fire pit table. Pick from a range of colors to add some style to your new table.

Retaining Walls: An Overview

Retaining walls are invaluable assets that enhance the functional and aesthetic appearance of your landscape. These walls are made to restrain movements and shifting of soil and help prevent water from eroding a hillside. There are a variety of materials that can be used to build retaining walls, wi

The Best Garden Peas

Some varieties of garden peas are superior performers.Martin Poole/Digital Vision/Getty ImagesGarden peas are one of the first crops to be planted in the spring. They tolerate cool temperatures well, and can be sown directly into the ground as soon as the soil is workable. Fairly easy to...

Tiki Torches - Standing With Grace

Before I conducted some basic research on tiki torches, I thought them to be bamboo sticks with some sort of fuel and wick holding container at one of its ends. My God, the species sure has witnessed a drastic evolution! Learn more...

How to Remove Rye Grass

Gardeners and home owners fight against two types of ryegrass that impede your lawn's growth: California and Italian rye grass. Ryegrass growing in the north can easily become infected with ailments and diseases, according to the University of California. Fungal diseases can cause problems to y

Making a Lean To Shed - Key Points To Pay Attention To During Construction

Making a lean to shed is ideal for those who desire some extra storage space but faces limitations on available land area to build an independent structure. The project requires minimal expertise and a set of amateur carpentry skills as a lean to shed is generally considered to be a basic expansion

Outdoor Garden Planter Styles

There are many different ways to plant your plants, flowers, trees and shrubs, but a very popular way is to plant them in an outdoor garden planters. There are many different styles to choose from, and each style is available in different colors, and constructed from different materials. The purpose

How to Install a Steel Pole

Steel poles can be installed for a variety of uses, such as a flag staff, support for a clothes line or TV antenna or as a mount for a basketball hoop. Out of all the poles available, the steel pole is the most durable and affordable. In order to maintain a safe environment it is very important to p

How to Create Xeriscape Landscaping

This spring, I will go VERY GREEN in the gardening and lawn care of my home,as I will be my first attempt at xeriscaping, which will developing gardens, and landscape that requires minimal watering. There's some planning involved in this project, but this is NOT a pricey change.

How to Do Deer Fencing

Deer are capable of causing significant damage to gardens, landscapes and orchard trees. As deer search for readily available sources of food, maintained gardens or orchards can make for an easy meal. To deter deer from feeding on plants and leaves, fencing that is specifically designed to thwart de

Facts People Didn't Know About Termites

Termites have roamed the Earth for more than 240 million years. Because they are seldom seen, termites can be difficult to detect. They spend most of their time feeding on wood, which they consume from the inside out. Familiarizing yourself with termites' habits and behavior can be the best weapon i

DIY Front Yard Designing

A landscaped front yard attracts attention from passersby. Whether you just moved into a new home with an empty front yard, or you want to spruce up the yard you've already owned for years, you can design your own landscaping without spending a fortune. Do-it-yourself (DIY) front yard designing is a

Choose the Best Snow Removal Services in Vancouver

View of snowfall is very beautiful and everyone wants to enjoy that alluring vision with their loved ones. It is so amazing that everyone go gaga when it falls on the mountains but the annoying ...

5 Great Fencing Options For Your Backyard

Bamboo fencing adds a natural look to any backyard. Fences are necessary for privacy and to create borders, but some fences create a formidable presence that's ugly and distracting. Bamboo fences complement the landscape with a natural approach. There are many styles of bamboo fencing to choose

Uses for Fence Pickets

Picket fences are perhaps the most common garden fencing choice because they are both functional and aesthetically pleasing. Picket styles vary and include pointed Gothic pickets, French-style pickets with semi-circle cutouts just below the point, flat-top pickets and dog ear pickets, which have fla

What Would Make a Lawn Mower Surge While Running?

When the motor of your lawn mower surges, it is a sure sign that the engine needs attention. A surging motor means the mower is working harder than it should to perform its task. Troubleshooting and cleaning help to determine the cause of the problem and usually reveal the solution as well.

How to Eradicate Moss

Moss is a common weed that can grow on bare patches in the lawn. It's a misconception that moss causes those bare patches; the plants are simply taking advantage of existing poor lawn conditions. Eradicating moss involves killing the existing moss in the lawn, then fixing whatever issue is causing t

Windchimes and Water Fountains

Water fountains are relatively easy to purchase and install. Another improvement is a great windchime. Who doesn't like the sounds of windchimes? Some windchimes made of glass or acrylic can create beautiful rainbows of color as the sun shines through. Windchimes come in all shapes and material

My LX186 John Deere Lawn Mower Battery Will Not Stay Charged

The LX 186 John Deere Mower is a lawn tractor manufactured from 1991 to 1992. Designed for commercial use, the LX 186 is powered by a 17-horsepower Kawasaki engine that charges a 12-volt battery. If the battery doesn’t stay charged, the LX 186 blade-control and dashboard indicators won’t