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Landscaping

Pros and Cons of Gunite Pools Versus The Alternatives

by Mr. Peter Heiss on January 14, 2010

Gunite is often one of the preferred construction materials for building pools, whether it is a swimming pool, spa area, garden fountain, waterfall or other landscaping water feature. However, when planning a water feature addition to your yard, it’s important to weigh the pros and cons of all construction materials, in order to find the one that is best suited to any individual application.

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Dear Deer: Stay Away From My Plants

by Tad Distin on January 4, 2010

Protecting your garden from unwanted snackers is a full-time job. Animals are quiet and can strike at any time. Deer look innocent, but they can wreck havoc on a garden in minutes. So how do you keep them away without doing anything to harm them? How do you find a a way that to keep the deer away? It is not easy. They can jump fences at very tall heights and can be fearless when they are very hungry. You must therefore play their own instincts against them and learn what things they have an natural aversion to.

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Rehabbing a Home? Here Are Some Skills You Need To Know

by Erin Cureton on December 31, 2009

Drywall/ Plaster Repair - In Lakewood, Ohio, a suburb of Cleveland, where I do most of my rehabilitation work, cracks and holes in the plaster are common. You will experience similar issues in Detroit, Chicago, Pittsburgh or any other industrial city throughout the east or Midwest. Holes in plaster are often the result of water infiltration, the result of vandalism, but could be the sign of more serious foundation issues. Once the root cause is fixed, patch the area with inch drywall. Secure the drywall to the hole with at least 2 drywall screws. Insert your rotozip near the edge of your hole and cut the drywall by pressing the rotozip blade against the remaining plaster. Once your piece is cut, secure it with multiple drywall screws, mud the gaps, tape, re-mud then sand to a smooth finish. When dealing with floors bellow ground level if Basment Waterproofing is needed call a professional like before you Repair the walls.

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Read This Before You Start Transplanting Roses

by Peter Bourke on December 11, 2009

Some time in the future, transplanting roses may be on your agenda. There may well be a number of reasons for doing this. It doesn’t matter what the reason is, you’re best learning a little about doing it so there’s no hitches.

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How to Build a Chicken Coop Cheap

by Ellen Roberts on November 28, 2009

In order to have maximum success with this project to keep it under a firm budget, there are a variety of things to keep in mind to building a chicken coop. Chicken farmers who spend more money than needed building their backyard chicken coop could have saved themselves hundreds of dollars by just a few simple adjustments. Here are some key facts you should know about building a chicken house on a budget.

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CHIPPER SHREDDERS - Get Useful Info

by Jill on November 27, 2009

WOOD CHIPPERS - AN OVERVIEW
MULCHERS are popular with homeowners because they turn branches into chips and leaves into compost which can be used in gardens around flowerbeds to cover trails and other purposes. Often times people spend lots of money purchasing mulch and chips and also spending time and effort and sometimes money in [...]

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Creating A Well Designed Landscape

by Jill on November 25, 2009

Creating a well designed landscape is a lot like creating a well designed piece of artwork. The guiding principles of design are the same. A well designed landscape is made of three basic elements, or principles: good balance of scale, color, and perspective. In this article, we’ll explain what each of these [...]

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Raise The Value Of Your Home With Paving Stones

by Craig Johnson on November 25, 2009

When you start looking for ways to improve your home and landscape your yard, there are many different things you can do. One thing you need to consider using is paving stones. They can add an element of luxury and a beautiful finishing touch.

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Custom Glass Greenhouse Construction

by Judy Stevens on November 24, 2009

When you build a greenhouse for your hobby garden, there are several things that need to be considered before construction.

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