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Is Wood Stain Flammable? (All You Need to Know)

March 7, 2023June 20, 2022 by Jamie
Is Wood Stain Flammable

Wood stain is one of the best ways to color and protect wooden fixtures, but could you be creating a fire hazard by using it incorrectly? You may not realize it but certain types of … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Exterior Paint & Sealers

How to Build Patio Steps with Pavers (Full Guide)

March 7, 2023June 20, 2022 by Jamie
How to Build Patio Steps with Pavers

Whether you’re in a new home or making some changes to your current home, you might be wondering how to build patio steps with pavers to make your front or back area more appealing and … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Lawn & Garden

9 Easy Ways to Remove Rust Stains from Concrete

March 7, 2023June 18, 2022 by Jamie
Ways to Remove Rust Stains from Concrete

Do you have unsightly rust stains on your concrete driveway or patio? You’re not the only one. In fact, it’s a common problem with any concrete surface. The good news is, there are lots of … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Lawn & Garden

10 Best Exterior Wood Stains for Outdoor Use in 2023

March 7, 2023June 18, 2022 by Jamie
Exterior Wood Stains for Outdoor Use

Any wood that is used outside needs to be finished properly to protect it. If it isn’t, you will have problems with wood rot, mildew, and fading caused by the sun. There are a lot … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Buyers Guide, Exterior Paint & Sealers

Does Artificial Grass Increase Home Value? (5 Ways How)

March 7, 2023June 16, 2022 by Jamie
Does Artificial Grass Increase Home Value

Artificial grass is a popular lawn alternative that looks and feels like the real thing when done properly. However, there is a lot of stigma around artificial grass. Many people feel like it often looks … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Grass Guides

Does a Patio Increase Your Property Taxes?

March 7, 2023June 16, 2022 by Jamie
Does a Patio Increase Your Property Taxes

You have probably heard that adding a patio (or already having one on your property) will increase the value of your home. That’s completely true, but it might make you wonder — will it also … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Decks

9 Easy Ways to Get Rid of Gnats in Your Backyard

March 7, 2023June 9, 2022 by Jamie

Gnats are seriously the worst. Have you ever had to deal with them? They get in your face and all around you and it seems like no matter how much you swat them away, they … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Lawn & Garden

10 Easy Ways to Keep Rabbits Out of Your Yard

March 7, 2023June 9, 2022 by Jamie
Easy Ways to Keep Rabbits Out of Your Yard

Do you have a problem with rabbits coming into your yard? They can be a real pest because they feed on your plants and dig up your garden. The question is, what can you do … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Gardening

How Often Should I Water Climbing Roses?

March 7, 2023June 8, 2022 by Jamie
How Often Should I Water Climbing Roses

There’s something very romantic about growing climbing bushes in your garden. This trellis-trained flower can help conceal ugly structures, leave a pleasant fragrance behind, and look too darn beautiful overall. How Often to Water Climbing … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Gardening

How Often Should You Water Indian Hawthorn?

March 26, 2023June 8, 2022 by Janice Lundy
How to Water Indian Hawthorn

Known botanically as the Indian hawthorn, the Raphiolepis indica is a delicate, blooming shrub that belongs to the Rose family. It’s a shrub that’s very easy to grow and popular because of its high cold … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Gardening
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