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Using paving tiles
If you want to refresh the look of your patio or cover up an ugly stain, an easy way to do so is to use paving tiles. They are made from thin tiles and especially designed for placing over asphalt or concrete using a masonry adhesive. Before applying the tile you need to measure the surface – be it patio, driveway or walkway. Determine the center and mark it with chalk as you will start app ...
Choosing And Pruning Juniper Shrubs
The juniper shrub is an excellent choice for creating a bit of variety in your garden and giving it an elegant touch. It has attractive foliage, comes in different shapes and sizes and if you choose the ground type, as opposed to the tree growing type, it will offer great ground coverage. Some of them even bloom or have comestible berries. There are many to choose from, starting with the Al ...
What do you do when you have a window to repair
For those of you that have an older house, with single-pane windows, which during winter need storm windows, problems may appear. Alongside the following lines you will find out how to repair for yourself the windows, with basic equipment and in a short period of time. Of course, if you own thermal-pane windows, you won’t need to carry out any forms of window repair. Window Repair for a ...
Drip irrigation system – How to install
The drip irrigation system is the most effective and economic irrigation method of all. It delivers water directly to the roots of the plants through drip lines and emitters. Water isn't wasted in the process thus, your water bill is lower. Sketch your garden on a graph paper. Use different colors and symbols for the plants in the garden. Determine the shortest route the drip tubing must fo ...
How to find out if you have termites
Termites love dead wood so they can infest your home and start destroying your house causing huge damages. Termites can be unnoticed for a long time and when you discover them, the damages can be worth a lot of money. You can save some time and money by looking in areas where termites like to live. Instructions If you see swarms of flying insects around your house then you may have term ...
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