Having access to an outdoor living space can increase the amount of room you have to entertain guests. Unfortunately, direct sunlight can make it difficult to comfortably use your outdoor patio space. Adding an awning is a simple way to provide your guests with the shade needed to fully enjoy your outdoor entertainment area. Here are three creative ideas you can use when you are attempting to add an awning to your patio in the future. Read More»
If you plan to buy window blinds, consider bamboo blinds. Bamboo blinds add privacy as well as natural beauty to your window with their raw appearance. Bamboo blinds are Japanese window coverings constructed from woven bamboo shafts that have been whittled, stripped, and sanded. However, you may find the blinds you bought are too short or too wide for your window, or you want to transfer blinds you already have to another window. Read More»
When it comes to landscaping your yard, sand is an excellent material to use. Sand looks great, it is soft to walk on, and is very versatile. If you would love to use sand as part of your landscaping, but aren’t exactly sure where to put it, then this article will help you out. It will discuss 4 awesome uses for sand in landscaping. Pathways An excellent location to place sand is all along the pathways in your yard. Read More»
Any outdoor appliance, pipe, or tank that contains water is at risk of damage in the winter months, since the water inside these appliances can freeze and cause cracks or other issues. One system that can be particularly tricky to winterize is a lawn sprinkler system that is fed by rainwater, since this system consists of two major potential points of failure that can be damaged by freezing water. Here are some tips for making sure this important system doesn’t resurface in spring as a cracked mess. Read More»
If your patio is getting ignored because it’s just the lackluster space out back everyone forgets about, it’s time for an upgrade. By putting some thought and money into making your patio more stylish and comfortable, you’re also upgrading your quality of life. Soon you will have an amazing outdoor space everyone will be clamoring to hang out in. Add Patio Louvers A louvered roof over your patio automatically turns your previously under-used outdoor area into a versatile indoor-outdoor space. Read More»