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How to Stop Sap from Coming Out of Deck Boards (Answered)

March 7, 2023February 19, 2022 by Jamie
sap out of deck boards

All wood contains sap and when it is exposed to heat, it will often start to leak through. This is a particularly common problem with wooden decking and it can ruin the nice finish on … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Exterior Wood

How Long Does Wood Glue Take to Dry Outdoors?

March 7, 2023February 19, 2022 by Jamie
exterior wood glue dry time

Wood glue is ideal for making small repairs on any wooden fixtures or furniture you may have in your yard. But it is important that you let the glue dry properly before sanding or painting. … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Exterior Wood

5 Easy Ways to Deter Hawks from Your Backyard Birds

March 25, 2023February 19, 2022 by Jamie
hawk landing in backyard

Many homeowners enjoy having birds in their backyard, whether it be accidental or purposeful. Having bird feeders and bird baths can create a lovely environment for wild birds, but this also includes hawks. You may … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Lawn & Garden

9 Ways to Reduce Highway Noise in Your Backyard

March 7, 2023February 17, 2022 by Jamie
backyard highway noise too loud how to fix

Hoping to enjoy a nice sunny weekend in your backyard only to hear cars honking? Noise pollution is a real thing, and it’s stopping a lot of homeowners from enjoying time outside. If you too … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Gardening, Lawn & Garden

How to Do a Clambake in the Backyard

March 7, 2023February 17, 2022 by Jamie
Clambake

Thinking about throwing an awesome clambake party but have no idea where to start? People seem to find a seafood party intimidating to organize, but it’s pretty easy once you know the basics. I’m going … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Lawn & Garden

How to Build a Backyard Dirt Bike Track

March 7, 2023February 17, 2022 by Jamie
Backyard Dirt Bike Track

Are you a fan of riding dirt bikes and are considering making a small track on your property? Then it’s time to learn how to build a dirt bike track in your backyard. It is … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips

Does Home Depot Cut Wood For You? (Answered!)

March 7, 2023February 17, 2022 by Jamie
does home depot cut wood for you

Ensuring you make the right cuts for your DIY project can be a fickle process, especially when large pieces of wood are involved. In those cases, it’s helpful to get a professional, who knows what … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Exterior Wood

Does Lowes Cut Wood For You? (Answered!)

March 7, 2023February 17, 2022 by Jamie
Lowes cutting wood

A successful woodworking project relies on wood cut at precise measurements to fit each piece together. This process can be quite cumbersome, especially if you don’t have the right tools to cut the wood at … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Exterior Wood

How Much Soil for a 5 Gallon Pot?

March 7, 2023February 13, 2022 by Jamie
5 gallon pot soil plants

Container gardening is becoming an increasingly more common gardening technique, especially for gardeners who don’t have a lot of green spaces to work with. Using 5-gallon pots to plant your garden is the best route … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Gardening

10 Common Problems with Husqvarna Chainsaws

March 7, 2023February 10, 2022 by Jamie
Husqvarna Chainsaw

Husqvarna chainsaws are arguably the most commonly used and well-loved chainsaws in the forestry industry. Just like any other piece of working equipment, it can develop issues over time, When these problems arise, it’s easy … Read more

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