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

March 7, 2023May 21, 2022 by Jamie
St Augustine Vs Fescue

If you’re looking for a grass that will do well on that shady side of your Zone 9 yard, you may be considering St Augustine or Fescue for the job. While St Augustine has been … Read more

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

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

March 7, 2023May 21, 2022 by Jamie
Buffalo Grass Vs St Augustine

While Buffalo Grass is often confused with St Augustine, they’re very different grasses. As one of the few native North American grasses, Buffalo Grass is becoming more popular as a turfgrass, as it’s uniquely suited … Read more

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

10 Best Outdoor Bedding Ideas for Dogs in 2024

March 3, 2024May 21, 2022 by Jamie
Best Outdoor Bedding Ideas for Dogs

Keeping your dog warm and comfortable throughout the colder months of the year is absolutely essential for anybody with one of these furry companions. Even if you don’t have or want to build a dog … Read more

Categories Lawn & Garden

10 Best Garden Hose Splitters in 2024

March 3, 2024May 21, 2022 by Jamie
Garden Hose Splitters

A garden hose splitter is an effective and simple contraption that allows you to create separate water flows that stem from the same water source. It allows the user to have more options for their … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Buyers Guide, Gardening

9 Ways to Keep Your Patio Cool in the Summer

May 22, 2023May 21, 2022 by Jamie
Ways to Keep Patio Cool in the Summer

A patio is a perfect place to enjoy the outdoors during the summer months. They are relaxing, private, and a great place to host friends, family, and neighbors. Many lovely memories have been made gathered … Read more

Categories Patio Furniture Guides

10 Best Outdoor Faucet Locks in 2024

March 3, 2024May 21, 2022 by Jamie
Outdoor Faucet Locks

Have you fallen prey to the all-too-common obstacle of water theft? Looking for the best outdoor faucet lock? Our guide of 10 different faucet locks provides you with all the help you need on your … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Buyers Guide

PVC Vs Composite Decking | What’s the Difference?

March 7, 2023May 18, 2022 by Jamie
PVC Vs Composite Decking

PVC and composite decking are both popular alternatives to natural wood. They are a lot more durable and they don’t require as much maintenance when compared to real wood decking. They have many similarities but … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Exterior Wood

How to Mount a TV Outside on Siding (Step-by-Step)

April 18, 2023May 18, 2022 by Jamie
Mount a TV Outside on Siding

Have you ever thought about mounting a TV outside on siding? This is a great option if you want to enjoy the best entertainment and the amazing summer weather at the same time. But you … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips

How to Make an Outdoor Sign Waterproof? (Full Guide)

March 7, 2023May 18, 2022 by Jamie
How to Make an Outdoor Sign Waterproof

Wooden signs might look great, but they are more prone to weather damage than other materials. In the winter, rain water will soak into the wood and cause rot unless you protect it. The good … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Exterior Paint & Sealers, Exterior Wood

Can You Chalk Paint an Exterior Door? (All You Need to Know)

March 7, 2023May 18, 2022 by Jamie
Can You Chalk Paint an Exterior Door

Chalk paint is a great decorative wood paint that usually doesn’t require any prep work. You can paint straight over existing finishes as long as they are clean, and at the most, you only need … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Exterior Wood
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