Once you’ve got your garden plotted, planted, and watered, gardening becomes easy. While the average garden may be full of life, you may be looking for something more to create the perfect oasis for your home. So how do you even begin? If that’s the case, check out some of these stylish ideas for your simple garden. …
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Putting up a fence in your backyard can be a great way to keep your pets and your children a whole lot safer. You don’t have to worry about them wandering off, out of the yard. You also don’t have to worry (as much) about someone coming into the yard that you don’t want there. …
Improving your driveway can definitely improve the look and style of your house. But it’s not always easy to get a really nice looking driveway. Sure, you can get asphalt or concrete, but those aren’t interesting looking. What do you do when you’re looking for a unique driveway? Well, you should be looking at paver …
If you have a fence around your yard you may have thought about ways to make it even more secure. Maybe you wanted to make your fence a little more private but weren’t sure just how to do it. Well, it’s actually quite easy to do. All you need to do is look for some …
Have you ever thought about putting something decorative in your yard? Maybe you’ve looked at flowers or even a statue. Maybe you’ve thought about building a deck but weren’t sure what to do. Maybe you just though about putting in a small patio table. But what about creating your own patio area with some bricks? …
If you’ve ever looked at someone’s driveway or their backyard and seen small pieces of brick or other materials that make it up then you’ve probably seen cobblestone pavers already. A lot of people love to use these for their pathways because they look a whole lot more fun than a traditional piece of cement …
If you are getting ready for the spring and summer growing season, chances are you want to start your plants off in a warm and stable environment indoors. This allows them to get a start on growing without having to worry about sudden weather changes, cold nights, and the chance of birds getting a hold …
Deciding between gate designs is probably the most important decision you will make when designing a fence and gate structure because the design of your gate is the very first thing people notice. Gate designs are usually dependent upon which type of material you choose to work with when constructing your gate. The most common …
The maintenance required for fences and gates is most often overlooked by homeowners, but if you want your fences and gates to continue to look and work great, then you need to make sure that you perform a few maintenance tasks on a semi-regular basis. Below is a brief overview of the main maintenance tasks …
No wooden fence would be complete without a wood fence gate. The gate is one of the most important elements of any fence structure. If you have a little bit of patience and time, building and installing your wood gate can be a breeze! As with most projects, it is always helpful to have an …
Building a brick fence may seem like a daunting task. A brick fence is a very substantial structure that requires a lot of accuracy when being constructed so that it can stand the test of time. Before we dive into our project, let’s first consider how much it may cost. As a general rule, building …
So you’ve just finished planting and organizing your garden and know you are in search of some garden fence ideas? It is easy to get lost in the sea of options for garden fencing, but I’ve got three main points of consideration that will help you narrow down your garden fence ideas! Garden Fence Ideas …
A lattice fence is a really great decorative and functional option for most fencing needs. You may be very familiar with the lattice design, or you may be wondering what is a lattice fence? A lattice fence is most typically defined as a fence consisting of strips of wood, metal, or vinyl crossed and fastened …
Deciding among the myriad of picket fence designs can be a difficult process when you consider the options, but I have a short and uncomplicated guide to picket fence designs that should help ease the burden of a sometimes tedious and overwhelming task! There a few major categories in picket fence designs that you need …
There are a plethora of privacy fence ideas that you could choose from when contemplating the construction and install of a fence for your yard, and deciding on the details of your privacy fence may seem like a daunting task! I’ve sorted through the sea of privacy fence options and have come up with a …
Having a pool in your own backyard is a major plus of any property for most homeowners or renters. However, having a pool in your backyard can also be a huge safety hazard. Everyone loves to be able to jump in pool full of beautiful cool blue water on a hot summer day, but no …
If you’re lucky enough to have space at your house or apartment for a backyard, you have all the ingredients to create your very own oasis for your family and friends to enjoy no matter what the season. You don’t need a lot of space for some landscape designs, but others can be quite elaborate …
Starting a garden can seem daunting, especially if your thumbs aren’t particularly green. It’s not always intuitive to plant certain flowers and vegetables and know what they need to flourish, especially for first-time planters. Is this the right climate for this particular type of flower? Do I need a certain type of soil or fertilizer …