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How to Ripen Melons After Pulling the Plants
It is best to allow melons to ripen fully on the vine, but an inexperienced picker may pick a melon too early. A melon picked before peak ripeness will ripen marginally after being removed from the vine. Cantaloupes ripen after being picked, but they do not contain starch reserves to convert to suga
Outdoor Fire Mantelpiece Ideas
The mantel is often an overlooked and underrated structure in outdoor living settings. And that’s a shame. You can quadruple the drama of an outdoor fireplace by decorating the mantel. The key is to go big, as small items on a mantel will get lost. By decorating your mantel, you can flaunt you
Tips Of Folding Windshield Sun Shade
The sunlight that streams through your car's windshield can bleach and weaken the dashboard and seats. You can avoid damage caused by sunlight and keep you car cool even when it's parked under a baking sun by folding windshield sun shade. Amongst the most popular are mere cardboard rectang
How to Build Barbed Wire Fence Wood Posts
Typically used for cattle, barbed wire fences contain three to five strands and vary in height from 48 to 54 inches. Since barbed wire fencing material weighs so much, posts for this type of fence are generally wooden. Line posts typically consist of simple 4- to 6-inch-diameter pressure-treated woo
Free DIY Deck Designs
Adding a deck to your home gives you a versatile outdoor space for entertaining, relaxing or even working at home al fresco. Decks are popular because they are more versatile than their predecessors--patios and porches. You can choose from DIY plans that range from entry-level simplicity to multi-le
Livestock Fencing Laws
Laws regulate the fencing of livestock.Fence and shadow of fence on snowy ground.. image by LiteWave from Fotolia.comWhile livestock fencing laws vary by state, there are still many similarities. The primary function of a livestock fence is to protect property and to minimize liability in...
Skimming Off the Top - Profits From Inferior Skimmers
If the skimmer's engineering and design is not effective in providing the proper filtration of water, it will not only require regular cleaning, but will demand another "drug" or band-aid. Hence, yet another innovation sweeps the planet, and this engineering marvel is designed to solv
3 Things To Look For Before You Buy Turf
When you're considering the purchase of turf, it is important that you look for certain qualities, such as the presentation, the seed and the age of the turf. Here are some great tips for anyone looking to buy turf.
Making Artificial Landscape Rocks Using a Hole in Ground as a Mold
Artificial Landscape RocksLandscape elements for a decorative garden setting often include the use of rock formations to divide sections, create raised terraces or to serve as an artistic counterpoint to the blossoms and greenery. You can create your own landscaping rocks by using molds...
Thin Stone - The Many Benefits of This Versatile Stone
There are many advantages to using natural thin stone veneer over other manufactured "fake stone" alternatives. Discover the many benefits of this high quality natural stone veneer.
The Best Watering Techniques for Your Trees
Trees, like most living organisms require food and water to survive and flourish. Knowing how to properly get water to the roots is imperative for proper absorption and dispersion.
How to Get Ironed-On Fuzz Off of a Wood Table
Ironing clothing on wood tables can cause some types of finishes to become slick and sticky. Woodworkers and some manufacturers rub on an oil finish that reactivates in the presence of heat. Wood tables with a thick wax or polish coating can also turn sticky. Lint and fuzz from the clothing sticks t
How to Care for a Lawn in August
August brings the dog days of summer. While the heat outside may make you want to lay under a shade tree with your tongue hanging out, the hot and humid month of August is actually a prime time to prepare your lawn for the coming fall and winter months. In addition to preparing for the future, carin
How Much Sunlight Does My Vegetable Garden Need?
People are increasingly interested in growing their own food, due to cost considerations, freshness and health and to maintain a strong connection with the natural world. Fewer and fewer people, however, come from a farm background and may never have grown a garden. They are looking for information
Brushy Landscape Plants
Brushy landscape plants attract butterflies and other pollinators to the garden.butterfly image by palms from Fotolia.comBrushy landscape plants attract wildlife to the garden. Butterflies, bees, and pollinating insects are attracted to the flowers. Nesting birds live in thickets created...
How to Reseal Damaged Marble
Marble and granite, while being some of the hardest natural stones you can use for countertops and other areas, can still crack due to natural flaws in the stone, faulty installations or accidents. For instances where you need to reseal damaged marble, you need to patch the damaged section before yo
How to Stop Errosion
Erosion is a natural process caused by the movement of water across the surface of the land. As it moves, the water picks up soil particles and carries them away. Although natural, erosion isn't always desirable. To prevent erosion from carrying off the soil in your yard or garden, you can take the
Garden Design Software - Benefits and Features
Whether you are a homeowner or a professional landscaper, garden design software is available to help you to create the perfect landscape. Place flowers, trees, and shrubs, add ponds, streams, and fountains, and even build decks and patios. No experience is required, and a free trial is available to
How to Check for Faulty Rechargeable AA Batteries
Rechargeable batteries are available in a variety of sizes, such as AAA, AA and D. They can be used in several common household products, such as toys, cameras, camcorders and power tools. When the batteries die, instead of being discarded like alkaline batteries, they can be recharged using a recha
How to Fertilize New Bermuda Sod
Bermuda sod is the most commonly used warm weather grass. It is found on golf courses and athletic fields and appears in affluent neighborhoods. Bermuda is a high-maintenance turf that requires frequent attention. You must fertilize Bermuda properly to maintain a healthy turf free of weeds, disease