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Decks
As you prepare your wardrobe for the colder months ahead, you also need to take the time to prepare your home for harsh winter weather. Extreme temperatures, ice, and snow can wreak havoc on outdoor decks and create major problems in future seasons. By properly winterizing your deck now, you can protect it from the…
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Fireplaces are a central feature of many homes and apartments. The mantel is one of the best locales for family photos, art prints, and seasonal decor. The hearth is a classic symbol of comfort, togetherness and even survival. If your current home doesn’t have a fireplace, your family room or outdoor living area may feel…
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Winter is Coming: How to Prep your Yard
The temperatures are dropping and, like it or not, winter is around the corner. What you do to prep your yard now could make a big difference in what you find yourself dealing with come spring. In the fall, spending a weekend or two spent readying your yard for winter is your best bet in…
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4 Small Decorating Changes That Make a Big Impact
Do you feel stuck when it comes to decorating your home? Want to change things up with a fresh new look but don’t have the budget for your dream kitchen renovation or that stunning farmhouse dining table? Or maybe you’re renting, and therefore limited in what changes you’re allowed to make to a space. Here are…
Gutters
How to Clean Gutters and Downspouts
Cleaning Out Your Gutter System Have you ever wondered where all the water goes during heavy rain or when snow melts at the end of winter? In most homes, water doesn’t just fall from the roof to the ground. Gutters and downspouts carry it away from basements, decks, and other parts of your house. This…
Solar
Outdoor Home: Why Not Build a Solar-Powered Shed?
A shed is the ideal outdoor storage solution. A well-designed garden shed can hold more than just lawnmowers and birdseed. It can serve as a greenhouse, an art room, or a relaxation spot, and it’s also a great place to work on projects that would otherwise clutter your garage. If you are good with your hands…
Decks
The Basics of Designing a Backyard Deck
The luxury of outdoor living space is one of the biggest perks to owning or living in a house versus multi-unit housing like apartments and condos. Outdoor space is great for hosting get-togethers and parties, or even just retreating to a hammock with a book for a couple hours of solitary relaxation. Yard space also…
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Building a Deck? Read This First
Building a deck can transform a backyard from a dull, open space to a fabulous oasis, an extension of your home that friends and family gravitate toward on warm-weather days. It also has the added bonus of increasing the value of your property. Total win-win. Cost The total cost of the project depends on several factors…