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How to Choose a Qualified Fence Contractor
A fence is a big investment. Many consumers spend quite a bit of time choosing their design and materials. Even with the best materials, your fence will not function properly or last for many years if it is installed incorrectly. This is the reason that residential and commercial property owners mus
Oats for Compost
Cover crops, also sometimes referred to as green manure, have numerous advantages in farming applications. These crops are not grown or harvested exclusively for use once mature but grown and then either left to compost or decompose on the cropland or tilled under before a harvestable crop is plante
How to Fix a Crumbling Dirt Wall
Dirt walls in the garden are a great place to grow flowers, bushes or ground cover plants for a startling landscape effect. Unfortunately, wind and rain can cause what looks like a sturdy dirt wall to come crumbling down. To prevent mudslides and damage to other parts of the garden, you can fix the
How to Make Molds for Stepping-Stones
Stepping-stones can be used in the garden or to create walkways throughout your landscaping. You can create your own simple square stepping-stones by using a mold. A few pieces of wood, nails and a hammer is all you need to make your molds. Because you'll be pouring cement into these mol
Be the Envy of the Neighborhood With Rainbird Sprinklers
Being the envy of the neighborhood due to how your lawn looks is a great feeling.Most homeowners would like to be envied, but they are unsure of how to do it.Rainbird sprinklers can be part of that equation to help keep your lawn green and beautiful and your flowers, trees, and shrubs growing and fl
Pole Barn Metal Screwing Instructions
Pole barns are actually just metal buildings. The term "pole barn" refers to the type of construction where treated vertical beams are installed with one end in the ground. A concrete floor is then poured around the beams. Horizontal studs are nailed between the beams 24 inches apart and steel is sc
Seeds for Deep Shades of Grass
Seeds of several popular grasses produce a deep green color.Vicky Kasala Productions/Photodisc/Getty ImagesIn addition to being eye-catching, a well-maintained lawn can also add to the overall value of a property. Few lawns look more healthy and attractive than those with a deep green...
Poolside Landscape Design
A pool round the corner of the garden can really make a lot of difference in enhancing the beauty and look of the landscape. However, the correct positioning and the factors crucial to the design of a poolside landscape, have to be kept in mind while opting for a decorative pool.
How To Find Affordable Landscaping Ideas And Update Your Landscape On A Budget
If you want to update your landscape on a budget, then finding the right landscaping ideas is an integral part of the landscaping process. Investing some time and money into landscaping is ideal for people who have just moved into a new house and simply want to upgrade their garden.
How to Apply Stain to Carved Concrete
Staining concrete carvings is a relatively inexpensive way to apply an artistic look to a surface or revitalize older surfaces. Stains come in several colors to meet practically any need. To apply a lasting coat of stain, it is necessary to remove all dirt and debris from the concrete and have it dr
How to Smoke a Ham in a Charcoal Smoker
Smoking a fresh ham outdoors in a charcoal smoker can produce some of the most delectable, savory pork you may ever eat. A fresh ham, as defined by the USDA, is an uncooked leg of pork that you must properly prepare before eating. Most hams available at the grocery store are cured, smoked and ready
Blue Ornamental Trees
Ornamental trees form the backbone of the landscape. Trees can define boundaries, provide privacy, block noise and create shade. Trees can even increase your property value. According to the Arbor Day Foundation, mature trees around a home can add up to 20 percent to property values, and the trees t
Architectural Wrought Iron Components
Architectural wrought iron describes cast or stamped metal assemblies or components. Decorative and structural architectural wrought iron is typically designed from parts. The designer determines the requirements of the client or space and plans for ease of assembly and to fit the budget. Most commo
Do I Put Fertilizer on Top of Sod?
Although adding sod to your lawn is a quick way to change the overall look of your property, it won't stay fertile and green on its own. Not only will you need to apply a fertilizer to the soil before you lay the sod, you'll need to apply fertilizer to the top of the sod at the correct time.
How to Set Posts for a Garden Fence
Installing a fence around your garden is almost always a good idea. A fence will help protect your vegetables and other plants from unwanted guests, as well as give you added privacy. Fences can be expensive but are often more affordable when you choose to install them yourself. One of the most impo
Country Porch Ideas
Decorate your porch in country style.front porch image by Steve Lovegrove from Fotolia.comWhen you think about different ways to set-up your country porch, consider what color options you want to include. Even if you live in the city, you can still create a country feel and look for your...
Outdoor Mats - Protect Your Outdoor Floors and Walkways - Keep Your Home Clean
Outdoor mats have many uses, and one of the most important is keeping your home safe from water, dirt, mud, and other debris. They stop people with dirty shoes from wrecking your carpet and other flooring by removing the dirt and grime before it has a chance to come in contact with your floors. Find
Quick Steps For Fixing Up Your Home's Exterior
The article presents tips for improving a home's exterior. Tips include removing clutter, painting and washing windows.
How to Plant and Grow Clover Seeds
Clover is any plant in the Trifolium genus, which contains about 300 species. It is a small herbaceous plant that can grow in the same areas as grass, and is especially common in the northern hemisphere. Clover is valuable as livestock fodder and it is also a commercial source of honey. Home gardene
How to Use Worms to Compost
Composting with worms provides a way to recycle food waste into nutrient-filled soil on a year-round basis indoors or out. The worms consume the organic matter and leave behind the compost. Composting with worms also reduces the amount of food waste destined for the landfill.