What is Mulch? Mulches are loose coverings, sheets, or envelopes of material placed on the top surface of the soil. Mulches can be practiced to bare soil or to shield the surface of compost in containers. Mulch is any material or substance that shields the soil’s surface. Naturally, this decayed organic matter is solely fallen […]
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Outdoor Carpentry: Types & Basics
What is Carpentry? Carpentry is the art of cutting, shaping, designing, building frameworks, and installation of wood for buildings and structures. Carpentry is a skilled trade that has an old history. It is exceptionally used in modern-day layouts and designs of buildings. Carpentry and construction go hand in hand. Role of a Carpenter Carpenters are […]
Masonry: Differences Between Repair & Restoration
What is Masonry? The term “masonry” refers to construction with stone. Masonry work specifies any structure which is built by binding individual materials together with mortar, cement paste, water, and sand. The term may represent an entire building or a carved stone feature such as a headstone or bench. Various materials including brick, stone, and […]
Outdoor Design for Functional Outdoor Living Spaces
Outdoor designs and home renovation trends both manifest how functional outdoor living spaces have become a prime focus for homeowners. Over the last few years, outdoor spaces like balconies, backyards, and patios have expanded as true living spaces. Outdoor living spaces make homes more delightful and lovely for owners. They also drive our homes more […]
Types of Landscaping: Features & Importance
What is Landscaping? Landscaping is defined as the act of transforming a plot of land by adding more plants such as trees and shrubs as well as ornamental features to make it more appealing. Landscaping means growing a small portion of the land to improve its feasibility, viability, worth, and aesthetic look. Landscaping involves the […]
How to Rethink Residential Gardening for Climate Change
Climate change is affecting all things large and small, in ways that are sometimes not so apparent, while in others the impact is readily felt. Gardening is a unique activity in which climate change can be experienced throughout every aspect. Problems associated with climate change, such as more prevalent pests and crop damage, are likely […]
What is a CSA & How Does Community Support Help the Environment?
The visibility of locally-grown food received a significant boost in recent years with the growth in popularity of what has become known as the “farm-to-table” movement. Restaurants – especially trendy ones – began embracing locally-grown foods such as fruits, vegetables, meats, and poultry as a way to create uniqueness and be more environmentally aware and […]
How to Set Your Outdoor Lighting Timers
It’s almost that time of the year again when the clocks change for Daylight Saving Time. While making adjustments to clocks in your home and car, you’ll also want to remember to adjust the time and settings on your outdoor lights to accommodate this fall back — including the shorter days it brings with it. […]
Artificial Turf: dos and don’ts
With a drought in California that never seems to end, Artificial Turf is becoming more and more popular among homeowners. In addition to eliminating water usage for your lawn, it also eliminates almost all maintenance required to keep your lawn green and beautiful year round. Lots of contractors are now installing turf and they all […]
How to install interlocking pavers correctly
Interlocking pavers are a huge trend in outdoor living spaces right now. They are a cost effective way to completely change the look and functionality of your yard and, if installed correctly, they should last a very long time. But how do you know if your contractor is a professional or if it is their […]
