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Attaching Shade Sails to your Deck

Posted on February 16, 2011 by Liezel

Shade sails are mostly made of polyethylene that is extremely strong. Anyone can install these sails, by using common tools and hardware, to make your weekend more pleasant and peace. Following are the tips to attach those sails to your … Continue reading →

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Inexpensive Deck Upkeep

Posted on February 15, 2011 by Liezel

A deck can be a beautiful add-on to your single family home. If you stay on top of these inexpensive deck maintenance guidelines, you can enjoy your deck and keep it looking beautiful for years to come. A careful evaluation … Continue reading →

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Best Decking Material

Posted on February 14, 2011 by Liezel

There are tons of decking materials on the market. Composite, recycled, reclaimed, vinyl, natural – with all the materials on the market the best decking material is still wood. History and Qualities Teak is one of the most sought-after and … Continue reading →

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A Deck Can Make Your Life A Lot Better!

Posted on February 14, 2011 by Liezel

What does a deck do for your outdoor living space? Does it add to your home’s value? What does it do for resale? Is it a good strategy to add a deck if you are planning to sell anytime soon? … Continue reading →

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Deck Inspection

Posted on February 13, 2011 by Liezel

There can be numerous conditions that contribute to deck failures however the most widespread troubles are caused by insufficient construction or the deck’s age. List of items that really need to be checked out on your deck at the time … Continue reading →

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Refinishing your Decks for Spring

Posted on February 10, 2011 by Liezel

Once spring arrives, we are all very eager to go outdoors. And some of us are particularly restless to refinish our wooden decks. Refinishing the decks needs to be done in two stages. Stripping and cleaning water repellent is a … Continue reading →

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The Best Pergola Design for Your Patio

Posted on February 1, 2011 by Liezel

It is important to take basic steps when you have to ensure that you are spending time and money on high quality designs and materials if you are looking for the best Pergola Design to build for your garden. There … Continue reading →

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The Practical Pre-Spring Cleaning Checklist To Save You Time & Money!

Posted on January 3, 2011 by Jim Underwood

It never fails, it seems as soon as the ball has dropped, the fireworks have disappeared, and the food is gone, the inevitable “to do” list starts getting longer and longer.  If you’re like most, then yours includes “find ways … Continue reading →

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Great Gift For Your House This Winter: A New Coat…Of Paint

Posted on December 8, 2010 by Jim Underwood

Experts say that if you’re going to paint your house, the cooler months are better to do it.  Often less rain, and moist air to delay the job once you start, and mild, if not cool, temperatures are paint friendly.  … Continue reading →

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6 Mistakes You Can Avoid When Considering a Patio Heater This Winter

Posted on December 2, 2010 by Justin Kish

Maybe your friends or family have a great patio that rarely gets used in the winter.  So buying them a patio heater for the holidays sounds like a good idea right?  Well, maybe.  Done right, this could be the perfect … Continue reading →

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