Category : Landscaping & Garden & Landscape : Home & Garden

Synthetic Deck Installation

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A synthetic deck, also known as composite decking, is made from recycled polyethylene plastic, wood from wood chips, and sawdust from sources such as furniture factories, according to RonHazelton.com. The benefit of this type of deck is that it lasts "virtually forever" in harsh climates--it resists

Why Do Homeowners Pick Flagstone?

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Flagstone is easier to work with than brick or tiles. It is also easier to lay because both brick and tile do best laid with cement. Flagstone is more than not laid on sand. So much so that flagstone has become a favorite choice by the amateur homeowner who would like to be able to boast that he or

How to Build Wood Porch Steps

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Wooden steps are the finishing touch to any porch or deck, providing not just safe, easy access, but a touch of beauty. While easier to build than concrete stairs, there's a lot to know when building them. The basic terms are these: the rim joist, stringers, risers, run, and treads. The rim joist

Installation of Man-Made Stone

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Man-made stone has a number of advantages over natural stone, not least of which is the ease with which it can be installed. Just the same, it is important to note that installing man-made stone still requires you to prepare your site for the installation just as you would if you were installing nat

How to Seal a Paver Patio

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When a paver patio is first installed, the colors of the pavers are vibrant and your whole patio is now a work of art. As time goes on, the color of the pavers can dull, stains may mar the surface or the grout and the pavers may break down as moisture begins to seep inside. You can seal a paver pati

How to Cover a Sharp Metal Edge

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Sharp, metal edging is a major safety concern, especially when the edging is located where fingers, arms, and other limbs can reach it. Fortunately, all you need is a soft safety cover and a method to hold the edging in place to make the metal edging safe. For any given project, you will need to add

Ways to Heat Yourself at Night

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During the cold and frigid winter months, going to sleep comfortably warm can be quite the task -- especially if you do not want to spend an arm and a leg on your monthly heating bill. However, if you do not want to fall asleep with your teeth chattering every night, several convenient solutions are

Fresh Ideas for Cottage Living

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You have many approaches to cottage decor.cottage image by DOLPHIN from Fotolia.comWhether you have just brought a cottage getaway or want to renovate an older cottage to give it a homey feel, there are a number of fresh approaches that you can incorporate into you cottage decorating plan...

How to Support a Cedar Fence Post

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If your cedar fence has begun to lean, the fence posts need support. Loose posts are the result of softened soil or poor installation. Concrete provides a cedar post with the support it needs to hold up a fence. It's always best to pour the concrete during fence construction, but the job can also be