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Building A Conservatory Sunroom Is Easy If You Hire The Right Contractor
Before hiring a contractor for the building of your sunroom, you should check and be sure of the unit whether they are fully insured or bonded, so that you are protected in more than one ...
How to Install a Soffit on a Porch
Fitting a soffit to your porch can protect it from the elements and make it look neat and tidy. Soffits also prevent birds and pests from making their nests in the eaves. Most modern soffits are made from PVC, which is long lasting, easy to clean and maintenance free. The installation of a porch so
How to Have a Healthy, Beautiful and Eco-Friendly Lawn This Summer
You might be burning with envy when you see a neighbour's stunning lawn, but is what goes into making that lush weed-free lawn really good for us - and the environment? Instead of focusing on the quickest and easiest way to get a beautiful lawn, it's far more important to focus on making i
Designing Private Roof Terraces in Central London
My first ever garden design commission was a roof terrace overlooking Hyde Park in the autumn of 2001; since then I created over 150 of them. Working on roof terraces brings endless fun - a thrill that never ceases to amaze me - be it the hustle and bustle of Covent garden; the breathtaking heights
How to Build a BBQ Pit
There is nothing like having outdoor activities whether with family, friends or colleagues. Barbecue is one of the best things.
How to Get Tree Stumps Out of the Ground
Tree stumps are often aesthetic blemishes in the home landscape or garden. The methods for removing a tree stump depend largely on the age and size of the tree. Fortunately, there are several techniques you can use to remove a variety of tree stumps from your home garden, without incurring the expen
How to Find Design Ideas for Decks
Whether you are designing and building it yourself or preparing to sit down with a landscape architect, you'll need some idea of the type of deck you want. Here are some ideas for finding the creative inspiration you'll need.
The Best Home Grills
If you are looking to buy a barbecue grill, you may be curious as to which ones are the best buy for your money. Rely on consumer and professional reviews to help you make the best choice when purchasing a charcoal, gas, electric or water smoke grill and you'll find that your money has been well sp
Adirondack Chairs - Classic Outdoor Comfort
You sit back, mug of coffee in your hand and bask in the warmth of the sun's rays. You rest your steaming Joe on the oversized arm chair of your Adirondack chair and revel in the beauty of your yard in the summer sunlight.
How to Make Compost from Shredded Leaves
You can turn falling autumn leaves into compost to add to your garden soil. Shredded leaves make excellent and effective compost that can increase the water-holding capacity of your soil and absorb rainwater. Leaf compost can also serve as a replacement for peast moss in potting soil mixes, notes th
How to Build a Fieldstone Picnic Shelter
There are few things more wonderful on a warm day than a picnic. Although spreading a blanket on the ground wherever there's an open space may appeal to some, others prefer a more formal space for a picnic. A picnic shelter provides a formal picnicking space, along with the shelter of a roof. Picnic
Lawn Care Ideas 2
Whether you are a fan or reluctant participant in lawn care, Michigan is the state to live in. Lawn care is a pastime of many a Michigan resident and a healthy-looking lawn is a point of pride in many neighborhoods. Michigan is blessed with a great climate that is very conducive to great-looking law
Ideas for Outdoor Entertaining Areas
Try making an outdoor fireplace the center of your space.fireplace image by Joseph Pierce from Fotolia.comDuring the warmer summer months, you're bound to invite friends over for an outdoor party, celebration or another type of event. After spending hours working on your landscaping and...
Home Lawn Care Tips
Thick lawns choke out weeds.lawn image by Allyson Ricketts from Fotolia.comToo much water, too many mowings and too much fertilizer only create too much work, and may actually harm your lawn. The right lawn care routine is fairly simple. Fortunately, there are things the homeowner can do...
How to Prune Rhododendrons in the Spring
Rhododendrons are beloved shrubs in the garden both for their evergreen and glossy foliage and the profusion of bloom they provide in the late spring, summer and occasionally early fall. As a rule, rhododendron shrubs of all varieties require very little pruning, according to Clemson University. The
Why Should I Hire a Lawn Care Company?
To keep your lawn properly maintained and healthy throughout the year, it can take a lot of time, a lot of effort, and a lot of tools.Because of this, the use of a lawn care company is becoming a common option for households across the country.This could be for simple weekly tasks such as mowing and
Ideas For Making Your Landscaping Project Run Smoothly
The difference between a plain yard and a stunning one, often boils down to good landscaping. It is essential for every homeowner to become familiar with some of the basic concepts of landscape design. Put ...
Different Types of Pliers & Wire Cutters
Pliers are a very basic hand tool used by specialists in all fields for holding and cutting wires and other thin metals. Dozens of specialized pliers are available for just about any type of work, but they are all made in a simple lever type configuration, with opposing handles and jaws.
Retaining Wall Ideas for the Side of a House
Retaining walls are used to hold soil in place. They are an excellent solution for sloped properties. Retaining walls can make layers and provide visual interest in the garden. Retaining walls can be made from many different materials and can have a formal or informal look. Height, shape, material a
How to Put Drains in Concrete
Building a drain in your concrete floor is a good way to prevent water build-up and flooding. Basement floors are often susceptible to flooding because they are underground. Creating a trench underneath your concrete floor that leads outdoors, is a good preventative measure against flooding problems