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How Can I Get The Best Lawn Care Possible?

21 March 2015

If you want a lush, beautiful, green lawn, there are a lot of tips that you can use to make the most out of your grass. These tips will let you learn how best to take care of your grass, so that it is healthy for you throughout the seasons. This is a labor of love and something that every homeowner should work toward understanding. If you are a lawn care novice and want to learn some valuable tools that will help you get the most out of your property, consider some of the following lawn care advice to help you out.

Increase Your Bounty While Reducing Your Carbon Footprint With Eco-Friendly Gardening

5 March 2015

Tending a garden is a wonderful way to connect with nature on a personal level and create a backyard oasis for you, and wildlife, to enjoy. There are, however, some tending methods that are more eco-friendly than others. Read on for three eco-friendly gardening tips that are outlined below. Make Native Plants Your First Choice Native plants are those plants that have lived in and adapted to your local ecosystem.

How To Install An Underground Sprinkler System

25 February 2015

One of the most effective ways to water your lawn is to have a sprinkler system. Installing a sprinkler system that has a timer can help you ensure that the lawn is watered at all the appropriate times. This is because sometimes you might forget to water the lawn and then all your plants wilt. You do not also have to wait for the rain in order to get some water to your grass.

Flooring For Allergies Isn't As Easy As It Looks

17 February 2015

If you or a loved one suffer from allergies, there may be a lot of conflicting information out there on what's best for you. Some may harp on the evils of carpet for holding in dust and pet dander while others scream about hardwood safety. As you think about your next flooring design, do a little personal research to find out what you can deal with in terms of health and design by considering a few first-hand experiences from other allergy sufferers:

Tips For Keeping Your Antiques Safe While In Storage

7 February 2015

Collecting antiques is a common hobby for many people because it offers them an opportunity to decorate the house with rare pieces of furniture and art. Unfortunately, there may come a time when you have too many items for your home, and when this happens, it may be necessary to arrange for them to be stored off-site. Sadly, this can expose them to the risk of damage, but there are a couple of tips you can follow to keep your antiques safe while they are being stored.

Glowing Ideas That Help You Light Up Your Outdoor Water Features

30 January 2015

Whether you have a swimming pool, fountain or other outdoor water feature, adding a glowing light to the water creates a hypnotic center piece for your landscape. Adding underwater lights to streams, small fishponds, and waterfalls adds a drama to your landscape at night. Understanding light choices, and how to use angles effectively helps you create the landscape lighting effect you desire. Lighting Up Your Pond The wattage needed to effectively light up a pond depends on how large it is.

Custom Painting Your Silhouette Blinds

27 January 2015

Silhouette blinds are used in many home to increase privacy and decrease sun glare. Sadly, there are a limited number of designs available when it comes to choosing the blinds for your home. If you have chosen or are considering buying silhouette blinds for your home (from stores like Country Store Interiors), you can custom paint them to tie them into your décor and give them a more personalized look. Here, you will learn how to paint your blinds to make them fit into your home perfectly.

How To Protect Your Trees Against Rodents In The Winter

21 January 2015

Rodents like mice and rabbits can damage trees over the winter. The rodents can eat the bark all around the bottom of a tree. The nutrients from photosynthesis travel from the leaves down to the roots via the bark. If the bark is completely removed around the bottom of a tree, the flow of nutrients will be cut-off and the tree will essentially starve to death during the warmer months. You need to react immediately when you notice that rodents are eating all the bark around a tree.