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Sawgrass Plants
Sawgrass (Cladium) gets its common name because of tiny saw-like ridges along the edges of its grass blades. The sharp ridges may give those who brush up against it small cuts. Sawgrass is technically a sedge and not a grass, but looks like a grass to the average person. The species Cladium jamaicen
How to Install Paver Rocks
Create a natural pathway in your outdoor space with paver rocks. Paver rocks come in a wide variety of styles and colors. You can select the style and color to achieve the overall appearance of the pathway so it complements your space. Laying out the path and preparing the base for the paver rocks i
How to Test a Jointer
A jointer can save the average woodworker hours of tedium with a hand plane. Ideally, a board should come off the jointer with an almost perfectly flat edge. The angle of that edge should match the angle of the fence.Being able to count on this level of accuracy is the reason many woodworkers
What Is a Thermocouple Made of?
Thermocouples are formed when two dissimilar metals, both of which are at different temperatures, are brought together as a junction. In the process, they generate a voltage. This is known as the Seebeck effect. Though any two different metals will produce this behavior in industry, certain metal al
Easy Fall Outdoor Decorating Ideas
Transform pine cones and pumpkins into fall outdoor decor.Jupiterimages/Photos.com/Getty ImagesYou don't have to spend a lot of time or money to ready the outside of your home for fall. Give your porch or yard a festive look with harvest-hued décor pieces and elements of nature....
What Is the Difference Between a Vaporizer and a Nebulizer?
Nebulizers and vaporizers have both become common devices in the home. They are a boon for people with allergies and other health problems related to air quality. Nebulizers are more direct, providing a means to administer a fast-acting medication quickly. The benefits of vaporizers, also known as h
Reasons to Own a Gas Outdoor Fireplace
The best course of action to take sometimes isn't clear until you've listed and considered your alternatives. The following paragraphs should help clue you in to what the experts think is significant.
How to Build a Square Gate
Wooden gate construction is easy and requires no special tools or advanced carpentry skills. As with most carpentry projects, the key to success is careful measurement, high-quality materials and accurate assembly. Building a wooden gate is a two-step process. In less than a day you can construct a
Different Mattresses According to Softness
When you walk into a mattress store you may be overwhelmed at the variety of mattresses available. The salesperson will begin asking you questions about your sleep habits. This person is not just trying to make a sale; he'd prefer to make a sale to a customer who will be happy with the product, part
Choosing the Right Mulch for Your Landscape
While getting garden supplies and landscaping supplies, you should bear in mind that there is no such thing as one fits all kind of mulch. You will have to do your research fully in order to get the best. An understanding of the various types and attributes of the mulch will help you make the decisi
The Best Way to Attach a Wood Post to Concrete
When you plan to add a structure to your back patio, wood posts may need to be attached to a concrete slab. The best way to attach a wood post to concrete is to use a wood post mount or bracket. This is the typical way that a wood post is attached for structures such as pergolas to concrete. You wil
How Do Stone Walls Gain Stability?
Stone walls that surround decades-old farm fields were a labor-intensive endeavor. These walls are the remnants of a farmer who wanted to clear his fields so he could plant more crops and make the land more productive. Today, stone walls are a stylish part of any modern landscape. When...
Is It OK to Pressure Wash a Deck?
The best trained professional boxer or martial artist can generally apply between 400 and 800 lbs. per square inch of pressure with a punch, with the average person averaging about half that. With that bone-crunching number in mind, imagine what 3,000 psi can do. That's the danger you risk when usin
How to Reinstall a Rear Wheel on a Craftsman Lawn Tractor
You have taken the rear wheel off your Craftsman lawn tractor to replace the tire or to complete some other maintenance and now you need to secure the tire back onto the tractor. It is important that you reinstall the tire properly to avoid an accident while mowing you lawn. Since you already have t
Creative Landscaping With Plants - Yes, Green Is A Color
Of the many different plants and planting schemes used in landscaping and garden design, the color green is often overlooked as an actual color design element. However, green plants can be a beautiful design element all by themselves.
How to Level a Foundation for a Swing Set
Providing a firm, flat foundation for a swing set can go a long way toward ensuring that children (and grown-ups) can enjoy a safe, stable place to play. It isn't necessary to place your swing set on a perfectly level spot, which is also nearly impossible unless you intend to pour a concrete foundat
What Are the Dangers of Red Mulch?
Contrary to popular belief, any danger that may be present from using red mulch comes from the material from which the mulch is made, not from the dye itself. The danger is not related to the red coloring in any way.
How to Tier Retaining Walls
If you have a hilly property, it can be prone to erosion, especially if there is no vegetation on the hills and bare soil is exposed. This can endanger your home or any other structures located near the top of the hill. One solution to this problem is to build a retaining wall. This can help reduce
How to Compost in Garbage Pails
Composting is a great way of both reducing household waste and creating a rich, beneficial product that can be used in gardening and landscaping. Creating compost does not have to be time-intensive, nor does it need to take up a lot of room in your garden. A basic composting bin can quickly be creat
How to Sow Sweet Pea Seeds
Sweet peas are old-fashioned cool-season annual vines that produce fascinating blossoms with an alluring fragrance. They are very easy to grow from seeds sown directly into the garden. They prefer moist, well-drained soil that is somewhat alkaline (pH of 7.0 to 7.5). Sweet peas thrive in a cool, we