You know what you want in the backyard. But the dream deck in your imagination may have a difficult path to travel from concept to reality. Experts say you should browse through magazines and websites gathering pictures, forming a vision of the ultimate outdoor paradise. But how can you build a deck that matches those [...]
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Installing your own wood privacy fence can be a pretty straightforward job. With just a few basic tools and a free weekend (or two) you’ll save some money and have bragging rights with your buddies about whose fence is better looking. Not a bad deal. But how deep should you dig wood fence posts to [...]
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A quick overview of the three main wooden privacy fence styles available. Choose your favourite and get building! Your yard will become a private oasis.
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Container gardening is taking off in a big way. People like the idea of moving the garden out of the traditional beds and spreading it around – onto the walls, the porch and the deck. An easy way to incorporate container gardening into your patio is by building planter boxes. Using the same material as [...]
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Wood fences are often built for privacy. But the tall, bare face of a wooden fence can be fairly uninspiring and many homeowners are looking for something to dress it up. Set your property above the rest of the neighbourhood with gate inserts and other fence accessories. Gate inserts are economical, fit easily into your [...]
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The weather is beckoning you outdoors. Now is the time to think about converting that patch of dirt outside your patio door to a fantastic new deck. Well thought out deck designs will create an outdoor living space perfectly suited for your lifestyle. Take the time now to consider all of your options. Size and [...]
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Handy homeowners will save some money installing their own backyard fence. But the trickier steps of construction may be an intimidating challenge for some. How do you know when to call in the pros for help? The structural stability and the overall appearance of the fence are dependent on the installation procedure. When the proper [...]
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Many people are watching the snow melt away with eager minds. They have an outdoor project on the back burner and it’s almost time to begin. But when can you start to build that fence or deck in the spring? What signs should you be looking for and when should you keep waiting? There are [...]
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Last winter was tough on fences everywhere. Maybe your wood fence is leaning or the sections are beginning to bend and crack. If your fence posts have shifted up or to the side, it’s likely a result of frost heaving the concrete around the post. A lot of homeowners find this a particular problem with [...]
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Many people require better accessibility to their houses today. This home improvement project can be tackled easily with a wooden ramp installed at the door or off of the porch. Wooden ramps work essentially the same as a deck, except that they are built at an angle and have specific requirements for dimensions and railing. [...]
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