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Design Ideas for Home Landscaping
A beautiful landscape complements a beautiful home.girl?¡äs hands with shears image by svehlik from Fotolia.comAn innovative home landscaping project can revitalize and beautify a home, increasing its value and curb appeal. Effective landscaping designs incorporate both functional and...
Modify Your Home With Synthetic Grass Perth
Having a real grass for the landscape can be tiring to maintain that's why a synthetic grass Perth is an option for most of homeowners in Perth because it look as real as the authentic ...
Centipedes & Yellow Grass Problems
Centipedes are carnivores and don't damage grass. If you're seeing them in your lawn they may be feeding on the real cause of your yellowing grass. Several species of beetle larvae, collectively called white grubs, live in the soil and feed on the roots of turf grass. Centipedes are beneficial and m
Planting Ideas and Tips for 2012
Cottage gardens were originally created because the addition of flowers to vegetable gardens helped to attract bees. This became an art form including deep borders, a colorful mix of flowers and herbs, pathways and perhaps even benches tucked away in a private area of the garden.
Parasols - From Ancient Times to Present Days
Today the umbrella is one of the most popular personal items we carry with us, it's indispensable when the weather is inhospitable. In the past we would be likely to only find them at royal courts, among geisha's accessory or the creations of famous painters. The umbrella was invented almo
When to Plant Seeds in Maryland?
Plants have different abilities to tolerate frost and cold, so you will need to figure out a planting date based around the last frost date in your area. Although a small state, Maryland weather varies depending on the locale.
How to Build a Basic Picnic Table
One of the best ways to enjoy the outdoors with all the benefits of a dining area is to have a picnic table. Basic picnic tables are easy to build and certainly look more charming and appealing than a portable plastic picnic set. While plastic picnic assemblies are suitable for travel, custom-built
What is Imitation Bamboo?
Imitation Bamboo or Synthetic Bamboo is made from PVC pipe. It has nodes, similar to the live Bamboo. Varying distances? Yes, so that it mimics the original Bamboo. Nature is not perfect, nor smooth. Growth spurts are what give it the natural appeal, a natural imperfection, if you will. If we wish t
Deck Railing Attachment Ideas
Deck Railingdeck with a view image by Bruce Shippee from Fotolia.comA deck is a popular addition to any house. It's less expensive to build than an enclosed addition, and yet it allows you to enjoy the outdoors within a few steps of the comforts of home. When you are building a deck,...
The Solar Garden Fountain - All You Need to Know
This article offers a brief but comprehensive guide to buyers' who want to know more and are trying to gather information about Solar Garden Fountain before actually making any purchase. This starts with explaining these fountains and how they work and then moves on to answer some common but in
How to Care for a Lawn That Is Brown in the Summer
Mowing the lawn to a height of 3 inches or higher as you head into summer encourages the turf to grow deeper roots, which won't dry out as quickly as those of the short lawn. Cool season grasses naturally turn brown while they are dormant in the summer. When a warm season grass turns brown during th
The Beauty of Wooden Porch Railings
Since early days, a number of materials that have been used in manufacturing porch railings, but none can match the style and class that comes with wooden railing. Traditionally it has been and will remain to be the favorite of all homeowners.
How to Clean a Deck
A clean deck - besides being a more inviting place for your barbecue - will probably last longer because cleaning helps kill fungus, which may shorten the life of your deck.
How to Make Your House Plans
As a person who has family, having a home is the most important thing to consider because the home is designed to give the best protection and comfort feeling for you and your family. If ...
How to Design a Commercial Fire Sprinkler System Installation
Commercial fire sprinkler systems are usually found in places like office buildings, retail locations and other commercial enterprises. While the actual installation of the fire sprinkler system should be left up to professionals, you can design the layout for the system yourself to ensure all vulne
A Beautiful Desert Landscaping is Possible
What we are going to discuss in this article is about desert landscaping. Contrary to the popular misconception of the lack of green life in the desert, an enjoyable desert landscaping is possible.
The Best Quality Grass Seed
The best quality grass seed depends largely on the climate in which you live. There are several types of grass seed available, categorized as either cold or warm climate. Getting familiar with your climate and growing conditions before you purchase grass seed will help you choose the best...
Deck Design Requirements
Much planning goes into the creation of an outdoor deck.Michael Turek/Photodisc/Getty ImagesJust because it's an outdoor structure doesn't mean that a deck doesn't need to meet structural guidelines. Not only must the deck design show that it meets local code requirements for a deck...
How to Double Compost Worms
Vermicomposting is a great way to reduce the amount of organic waste deposited into landfills, as well as to create usable compost for fertilizing flower and vegetable gardens. With a properly prepared composting bin, a healthy supply of worms and a continual food source, you can reap the benefits o
Tuscan Landscape Design - Rustic, Outdoor Elegance for Your Mediterranean Style Home
Creating your own Tuscan style outdoor living area is an enjoyable way to add both beauty and value to your home.Tuscan landscape designs are defined by the rustic accessories, Old World style materials, and lush, Mediterranean plant life incorporated into the outdoor space.