Deck Staining 101

Spring has sprung and your outdoor living space is once again becoming a focal point of your family entertaining and living. Don’t spend your summer talking about how you need to do something about your deck, this article will show you deck staining is a great DIY project for any skill level!

 

Outdoor Lighting for Landscaping Projects

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This DIY guide to adding outdoor lighting to your landscaping projects will have you inspired and finding great ideas to enhance your outdoor spaces. With all of the effort that goes into landscaping your property there is a very easy way to extend your enjoyment of it.

 

Creating Home Decor that is Unique and Personal

Home decorating (or Home Décor) is a great way to make immediate changes to a room or space. Even some basic decorating changes can transform a space, making it feel new and refreshed. But home decor is not limited to the interior of your home. Outdoor spaces are now getting equal attention when it comes to decorating.

 

Interlocking Pavers – Improving look and value

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If you are in the market for a new driveway or just getting ready to replace an existing one, you owe it to yourself to take a look at interlocking pavers, also known as paving stones. Not only will they provide you with an immediate WOW factor, but something that will outlast most other paving surfaces. The curb appeal of a brick paver driveway will also give you incredible return on your investment!

 

Garden sheds, storage sheds, not your parent’s shed… designed and built by you!

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Sheds can be bought anywhere but why would you? Be unique and creative by designing a garden shed that fits your needs and reflects your personality.

 

Swings and Things for Relaxation in your Outdoor Space

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Porch Swings, Outdoor Suspended Beds, Hammocks or Pods they all offer, low cost, quiet relaxation on a hot summer day. No matter what style of outdoor swing, it is the memories that this simple piece of furniture can so often create.

 

Outdoor deck stairs to finish your project

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Building stairs can be easy and quite rewarding, understanding some basic building code requirements and following a simple guide can have your project done quickly. This article is one in a series on planning and building an outdoor deck. Outdoor staircases come in many different styles that are specific to the deck style and terrain of the project.

 

Is it time for a new roof? A roof inspection and selection guide

Now that spring has finally arrived it’s the perfect time of year to perform an annual checkup on your roof. The ideal way to begin is by getting up on the ladder to clean out your eavestrough and inspect the shingles on your roof. Routine roof maintenance, from cleaning out gutters to checking for missing shingles and leaks in the attic, is very important.

 

Window Treatments

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Find out how to cover you windows in style. From curtains to blinds, shutters and drapes, discover which window coverings will work for your interior. Window treatments are essential for blocking out light, maintaining privacy and developing your interior décor.

 

Roof Shingle Choices

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​Is it time to choose new roof shingles? Here is some advice that will help. When choosing your new roof shingles there are a few things to consider before hand. You may be building a new home or cottage or choosing a new roof for your existing home. Whatever the case, there is a wide range of roofing materials available, and all worthy of some consideration.