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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

6 Best PVC Decking Brands in 2024

March 3, 2024May 18, 2022 by Jamie
pvc decking brands

PVC decking is becoming more popular and a lot of companies have started manufacturing their own products in the last few years. This list will take you through some of the best ones available right … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Buyers Guide, Composite Decking, Decks, Exterior Wood

Cedarcide vs Wondercide | What’s the Better Repellent?

March 7, 2023May 18, 2022 by Jamie
cedarcide vs wondercide

If you have a problem with insects in your yard, Cedarcide and Wondercide are both excellent repellents to help you deal with them. But many people are unsure what the difference between the two is … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Lawn & Garden

10 Best Rot Resistant Woods in 2024

March 3, 2024May 18, 2022 by Jamie
Best Rot Resistant Woods

Wood rot is a serious problem that can quickly destroy any wooden fixtures in your yard. Whether it’s decking, furniture, doors or windows, you need to take steps to tackle wood rot. Choosing the right … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Exterior Wood

10 Best Stains for Outdoor Furniture in 2024

March 3, 2024May 18, 2022 by Jamie
Best Stains for Outdoor Furniture

Staining your outdoor furniture is the best way to change the color and also protect the wood too. There are many different types of stain to choose from including water-based and oil-based, as well as … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Buyers Guide, Exterior Paint & Sealers

Is Artificial Grass Slippery When Wet? (All You Need to Know)

March 7, 2023May 12, 2022 by Jamie
Artificial Grass Slippery When Wet

Artificial grass is well known for its layering and the extreme drainage properties it has, so whenever it gets wet it really doesn’t get very slippery. It’s designed to keep moisture away and improve traction, … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Grass Guides

How Long Does Artificial Grass Last? (All You Need to Know)

March 7, 2023May 12, 2022 by Jamie
Can Artificial Grass Last

Sometimes we all want a green lawn with lush green grass, just without all the maintenance and  lawn care that having a green lawn throws at us. When that desire strikes, sometimes we decide to … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Grass Guides

What Does Too Much Grass Seed Look Like?

March 7, 2023May 12, 2022 by Jamie
too much grass seed on lawn answered

Grass seed is where grass comes from, and if you are dissatisfied with the way your yard looks, then you might be tempted to scatter some grass seeds and ensure that some new growth covers … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Grass Guides

How Often Should You Water a Lemon Tree Plant?

March 26, 2023May 10, 2022 by Janice Lundy
How Often Should You Water a Lemon Tree Plant

Growing a lemon tree in a container is possible if you follow a few basic rules. For indoor growing lemon trees, you want to pick a dwarf variety, such as Ponderosa dwarf, Lisbon, or Meyer … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Gardening

How Often Should You Water Bonsai Trees?

June 23, 2023May 10, 2022 by Janice Lundy
How Often Should You Water Bonsai Trees

A bonsai tree is a small shrub-like tree that is a recreation of nature that does not reveal the presence of human intervention too obviously. Growing bonsai trees has become less of a hobby and … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Gardening
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