Building green includes the materials you use to construct a home or outdoor feature like a patio. The ideal green material is found locally and it can be replaced easily. So you can imagine that when they were building the Great Wall of China (Jiayuguan Wall shown here via Wikipedia), the most …
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Patios and Your Backyard Landscape
Patios can be a great way to integrate your landscaping into your home whether you have a beautiful view right outside your home, or you live in a secluded wooded area. A patio can enhance your backyard experience because it acts as a separate living area that relates more to your landscape than …
Composite Decking Materials for Look, Cost and Maintenance
There is a huge array of decking materials you can use to build! From natural wood to composite decking, we’ll give you the lowdown on which one is right for you and your family. In order to make the most of your investment, you need to understand the pros and cons of different decking materials. …
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Your Guide to Decking in 2012
Whether you’re a DIY-er with a penchant for adventure or you’re looking to hire some deck builders for your project, you’ll find some useful tips here. This summer is going to be beautiful and you’re going to love spending some quality time outdoors with your family. What better way to enjoy the …
Garage Storage for Storing Tools, Gardening Supplies and Cars?
We all live differently, which means we use our homes differently so what do you store in your garage? Once upon a time as a new homeowner, I probably kept my car in the garage as there wasn't much else besides a small push lawn mower. As the years slipped by, it seems like we accumulate more and …
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Controlling Remodeling Costs – Picking Finishes (3 of 3)
Remodeling projects are exciting. It's easy to get caught up in the excitement picking out all sorts of features and finishes from built-ins to cabinets, flooring and more. It's also easy to exceed your remodeling budget if you don't keep track of all planned and actual purchases. You need to do …
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