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7 Easy Ways to Seal Plywood for Outdoor Use

March 7, 2023June 4, 2022 by Jamie
Easy Ways to Seal Plywood for Outdoor Use

Plywood is an excellent versatile building material that can be used for outdoor projects. However, it must be properly sealed to protect it from the elements. This article will help you choose the right plywood … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Exterior Paint & Sealers, Exterior Wood

What Does Potassium Do for Lawns? (All You Need to Know)

March 7, 2023June 4, 2022 by Jamie
What Does Potassium Do for Lawns

When we talk about lawn fertilizer, we obsess over nitrogen. Nitrogen is the stuff that makes our grass grow fast and green. But lawns need over 16 soil nutrients, and one of the biggest three … Read more

Categories Lawn & Garden, Lawn Care

7 Easy Ways to Thicken a Thin Lawn

March 7, 2023June 4, 2022 by Jamie
Easy Ways to Thicken a Thin Lawn

Having a thin lawn can be unsightly and tarnish the overall atmosphere of your outdoor living space. Luckily if you have a thin lawn, there is no need to feel stuck. Thickening your lawn is … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Grass Guides, Lawn & Garden, Lawn Care

St Augustine vs Bahia: What’s the Difference?

March 7, 2023June 4, 2022 by Jamie
St Augustine grass compared to bahia

It’s tricky to grow a nice lawn on sandy soil, especially when it also comes with part shade. For that reason, St Augustine has been a long-time favorite of the southern US. But newcomer Bahia … Read more

Categories Grass Guides, Lawn Care

What Temperature Will a Garden Hose Freeze?

March 7, 2023May 27, 2022 by Jamie
What Temperature Will a Garden Hose Freeze

A bitter cold winter can wreak havoc on the pipes in your house. Your garden hose can be just as fallible.  Wondering what temperature will a garden hose freeze up? Our guide answers all the … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Winter

Is Finishing Wax Flammable? (All You Need to Know)

March 7, 2023May 27, 2022 by Jamie
flammable finishing wax

Finishing wax is used to protect wooden surfaces and give them a nice aesthetic. It is a softer finish that is usually used on interior furniture or other applications where a hard clear coat is … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips

7 Tips to Help Fireproof Your Deck

March 7, 2023May 27, 2022 by Jamie
Fireproof Your Deck

Wood is the most common material for decking because it looks great, it can be treated to withstand the weather, and it’s relatively affordable. But, there is a downside because wood is a flammable material. … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Decks, Exterior Wood, Lawn & Garden

Is Linseed Oil Flammable? (All You Need to Know)

March 7, 2023May 27, 2022 by Jamie
Is Linseed Oil Flammable

Linseed oil is an excellent wood finish that protects it and brings out the natural beauty of the wood. It’s often used on furniture and hardwood floors and it works brilliantly. But did you know … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Exterior Paint & Sealers

Is Tung Oil Flammable? (All You Need to Know)

March 7, 2023May 27, 2022 by Jamie
Is Tung Oil Flammable

Tung oil is a great wood finish that protects and revitalizes it, but many people are confused about whether it is a fire hazard or not. Other oil-based finishes, like linseed oil can be very … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Exterior Wood

St Augustine vs Zoysia Grass: What’s Better For My Lawn?

March 7, 2023May 27, 2022 by Jamie
St Augustine Vs Zoysia

Choosing the right grass for your needs will save you a lot of time and trouble in the long run, especially when you need to pay a lot for plugs or sod to even get … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Grass Guides, Lawn Care
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