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9 Easy Ways to Cover a Pergola from Rain and Sun

March 7, 2023February 9, 2023 by Jamie
How to Cover a Pergola from Rain and Sun

The pergola cover is the perfect way to get outdoors and enjoy some sunshine while also protecting you and your outdoor furniture from the intense heat of the sun. It … Read more

Categories Home Exterior, Outdoor Furniture

How to Add Sand to Paint to Make it Non-Slip

March 7, 2023February 9, 2023 by Jamie
How to Add Sand to Paint to Make it Non-Slip

Outdoor areas like patios, driveways, and decking can be very dangerous when wet. But non-slip paint can help you keep everybody safe. Did you know that you can make your … Read more

Categories Exterior Paint & Sealers, Home Exterior

How Many Volts are in an Electric Fence?

March 7, 2023February 9, 2023 by Jamie
How Many Volts are in an Electric Fence

There are many reasons you could be installing an electric fence. They are used to keep in livestock like sheep, goats, cows, and pigs. They are also used for horses. … Read more

Categories Home Exterior, Lawn & Garden

9 Cheap Ways to Block Heat from Windows

March 7, 2023February 9, 2023 by Jamie
Cheap Ways to Block Heat from Windows

Let’s face the fact that windows are a great source of heat and light, but in the summer season, we don’t want the scorching heat outside to enter our comfort … Read more

Categories Home Exterior

Shrub Hub vs Yardzen | What’s the Difference?

March 7, 2023November 30, 2022 by Jamie
Shrubhub vs Yardzen 3d rendering services

Did you know that the most viewed landscape image is a desktop image? But, your most viewed landscape can be your own yard. And, to make it eye-catching as well … Read more

Categories Home Exterior, Lawn & Garden

Can I Sand or Grind Concrete Instead of Etching?

March 7, 2023October 23, 2022 by Jamie
Can I Sand or Grind Concrete Instead of Etching

If you are finishing a concrete floor, you need to prepare it first. Etching the concrete by using acid to strip the top layer is one way to do this. … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Home Exterior

What to Do If Your Outside Faucet Freezes?

March 7, 2023September 30, 2022 by Jamie
What to Do If Your Outside Faucet Freezes? 6 step guide with a picture of a frozen faucet

Most of us take precautions to ensure we don’t get into trouble when freeze warnings are issues. However, sometimes those precautions aren’t enough, or we forget to take them. That … Read more

Categories Home Exterior, Winter

Do Metal Roofs Attract Lightning? (All You Need to Know)

March 7, 2023September 28, 2022 by Jamie
Do Metal Roofs Attract Lightning

If you are in an area where there are heavy storms and lightning, you might be wondering if your metal roof could attract lighting and in turn cause damage to … Read more

Categories Home Exterior

Can You Use Interior Caulk Outside?

March 7, 2023September 27, 2022 by Jamie
Can You Use Interior Caulk Outside thumbnail

Sometimes when you’re working on a home project, you’ll wonder, “Can you use interior caulk outside?” Many people see this as a way that they can save money and a … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Home Exterior

10 Best Outdoor Garbage Can Cover Up Ideas

March 7, 2023September 27, 2022 by Jamie
garbage can cover up ideas

All households somehow need to get rid of their garbage. In most cases, this happens by depositing garbage bags in an outdoor garbage can picked up by garbage trucks at … Read more

Categories Buyers Guide, Home Exterior
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