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Benefits of Low Voltage Lighting
Line or high voltage lights are fixtures which are powered by 120 volt electricity that is the standard output of the electrical grid in the US. Low voltage lights use a transformer which reduces the ...
Add Value and Function to Your Home by Landscaping Your Backyard
If you're a home improvement enthusiast then you'll know how important maximising the value of your home can be. One of the best ways to maximise the value of your property is to add significant value by well selected landscaping improvements, and one of the best is installing a pool. Land
How to Kill Trees With Copper Nails
Sometimes, trees need to be killed. When trees are in the wrong places, they can damage driveways and buildings and block sunlight from reaching a garden. Some trees are heavily invasive and choke out native growth, such as the tree-of-heaven, also known as the stinktree because of its offensive sme
How to Get Rid of Bumblebees
Bumblebees live in underground nests, in abandoned holes or tunnels left by rodents. They can also build nests close to the ground. Bumblebees present a major problem, because it is often hard to detect the location of a nest; thus, a person can stumble upon one by getting stung. Getting rid of bumb
How to Use Brick Pavers
Brick pavers come in a wide variety of colors and sizes and can be customized to fit your unique area. There are a number of different styles, as well as different building methods, to consider when installing brick pavers. Doing the job yourself can save you money over the cost of hiring somebody t
Should I Use Landscape Fabric When Planting Daylillies?
Daylilies grow through landscape fabric.Daylily varietyUsing Landscape FabricLandscape fabric will help prevent weeds and grass from growing into your daylily garden bed. Water will still reach the rhizomes (roots) and the daylilies will grow through the landscape fabric without a...
Solar Powered Water Fountains For Outdoor Garden
The home is one of the most important things that we have, the only problem is that most people look after the inside of their homes more than the outside, but you may rethink your approach if you knew more about a solar powered outdoor fountain. Most people know that first impressions last, and the
Feng Shui for Your Landscaping
Creating an Outdoor Oasis of Beauty and Balance As spring invites us to get outdoors again and spruce up our yards, why not consider going beyond the usual habits of gardening, and instead work with ...
How to Add a Riser to an Existing Sprinkler Head
Plants grow and change the landscape over the course of a season. When they grow too much, plants can interfere with the arc of water from a sprinkler system. That means the spray is hitting the back of a trunk or bush and can't get to the front of the bed. Sometimes this is also the result of incom
How to Do a Permanent Flagstone Walkway
A flagstone walkway can give a home an individualized and natural look as each stone is different. However, a flagstone walkway can develop many problems with improper installation, including cracking, sinking, and uneven stones. Doing the job right can ensure that the flagstone walkway will be perm
How to Paint Fiberglass Decks
A fiberglass boat deck is not an easy surface to paint. The fiberglass surface is not designed to accept most forms of paint. You need to use special epoxy paints, and you still need to prepare the deck surface so it can receive the paint properly. You also need to paint your deck in a open area wit
How to Build a Cabana Out of PVC
A pool side cabana adds style and comfort to a backyard. Cabanas offer shade and a private or semi-private area to relax. A cabana can easily be enclosed on all four sides for use as an outdoor changing area. When not in use as a changing room, a cabana can be left open on one or more sides for use
How to Install Tumbled Stone Pavers
Tumbled stone pavers add a rustic yet classic touch of style to your paver sidewalk or patio. Tumbled stone pavers can be made of most types of stone, but the most common is travertine. The edges and corners of the paver look rough and wavy. There are often many holes in tumbled stone pavers. Homeow
Sears Craftsman Lawnmower Troubleshooting
The Sears Craftsman line of lawnmowers includes both riding lawn mowers and push lawn mowers. Because both models operate in a similar manner, you can troubleshoot them with similar methods. There are several likely causes of the mower not turning on, not moving or not mowing properly. In some cases
A Simple Solution To Enhance Your Outdoor Living
There is no better or easier way to enhance an environment than by adding a stunning and soothing outdoor fountain. Outdoors fountains can be placed on a porch, a patio, in garden and so on. The possibilities are endless. No matter where you choose to put you're outdoor fountain it is sure to m
Fungus on Centipede Grass
Centipede grass is susceptible to fungal diseases such as large patch and rust. Fungal diseases can be unsightly and affect the overall health of the grass.
How to Seal Concrete and Brick Pavers
Brick and concrete pavers are popular because they last a long time and don't require a lot of maintenance. They are also much more attractive than a simple slab of concrete. To extend their life span and keep your pavers looking practically brand new, you need to seal them on a regular basis. Unles
4 Steps to Getting the Best and Most Experienced Fence Contractor
With all the expert labor available in Southern California, available fence contractors seem to be frequent in numbers. That being said, qualified and skillful fence contractors who can get the job done right the first time are not as common. Do your homework and evaluate the following when selectin
Fertilizing Lawn Care in Your Lawn Maintenance Program
Fertilizing lawn care can be undertaken intelligently and economically to give your yard a beautiful stretch of green grass. There are also techniques you can employ to make the most of your fertilizer application.
Tropical Shrub Ideas for Vinyl Fences in Florida
Hibiscus is a wonderfully varied shrub well-suited to the Florida climate.Jupiterimages/Photos.com/Getty ImagesVinyl fencing has become a popular landscaping choice in Florida. Although this fencing is more expensive than wood fencing, it is durable, maintenance-free and insect-resistant...