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How Much Snow Can a Deck Hold?

March 7, 2023September 26, 2022 by Jamie

If you live in a climate where you get snow in the winter, you are likely wondering about your deck. Should you be clearing your deck from the large amounts of snowfall? How much snow … Read more

Categories Decks, Home Exterior, Winter

Should I Pressure Wash My House Before Painting It?

March 7, 2023September 26, 2022 by Jamie
pressure wash before painting old siding

 Sometimes you need to be careful with pressure washing machines as they can easily remove old paint and debris quickly, sometimes causing serious damages. I have used pressure washers to clean driveways, vehicles, decks, and … Read more

Categories Exterior Paint & Sealers, Home Exterior

Are Metal Roofs Good for Hot Climates?

March 7, 2023September 12, 2022 by Jamie
metal roofs in hot climates

Metal roofs are less common than shingles and people often assume that they’re a bad choice in hot climates because they worry about them retaining heat. But is that really the case? Metal roofs are … Read more

Categories Home Exterior

How Thick Should a Concrete Patio Be? (All You Need to Know)

March 7, 2023August 30, 2022 by Jamie
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Concrete is a great material for patios and it can be used as a base for structures like sheds or hot tubs. The question is, how thick should it be? This all depends on what … Read more

Categories Home Exterior, Lawn & Garden

10 Best Artificial Trees for Outdoors in 2023

March 7, 2023August 15, 2022 by Jamie
Best Artificial Trees for Outdoors

Trees are beautiful gifts from nature. They’re a natural wonder in how they steadily grow, change, and fight to survive in almost any environment where they manage to plant their roots. Not only do they … Read more

Categories Gardening, Home Exterior

10 Best Waterproof Paints for Exterior Walls in 2023

March 7, 2023August 15, 2022 by Jamie
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Painting the exterior walls of your home not only makes it look nicer, but it also protects it against the weather. Paint provides a strong waterproof barrier, so rainwater doesn’t leak through the walls. However, … Read more

Categories Buyers Guide, Exterior Paint & Sealers, Home Exterior

How to Build a Sauna in Your Backyard (The Ultimate Guide)

March 7, 2023August 11, 2022 by Jamie
How to Build a Sauna in Your Backyard

If you want to be able to go to a sauna anytime you want, then why not build a sauna inside of your backyard? Backyard saunas aren’t just for those living in the far north, … Read more

Categories Home Exterior

5 Easy Ways to Clean Rust from Vinyl Siding

March 7, 2023August 8, 2022 by Jamie
Easy Ways to Clean Rust from Vinyl Siding

Have you noticed rust stains on your vinyl siding? This is quite a common issue which is unavoidable, in many cases. But don’t worry, there’s no need to take it off and replace it, you … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Home Exterior

7 Easy Ways to Protect Artificial Plants Outside

March 7, 2023August 8, 2022 by Jamie
Easy Ways to Protect Artificial Plants Outside

There is a common misconception that artificial plants can resist any environmental conditions but the truth is that they need to be protected if you want them to last. Sun and frost can damage artificial … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Home Exterior

10 Best Tall Outdoor Artificial Trees in 2023

March 7, 2023August 8, 2022 by Jamie
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You’ve just moved into your new home with a lovely garden, set up a cozy chair outside to rest after lifting heavy boxes… And then you realize it. The afternoon sun is shining directly onto … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Buyers Guide, Home Exterior
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