Category : Landscaping & Garden & Landscape : Home & Garden

How to Block Deck Stairs

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If you have a deck with stairs, the stairs can be dangerous to kids and pets under the wrong circumstances. Whether you are entertaining or if you regularly let children or animals out onto the deck to play, it is a good idea to block off the deck stairs to minimize the risk of a falling injury. For

How to Set Up a Garden Shed

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Garden sheds provide a nice area to get out of the sun and work on potting or pruning plants. They also provide a good location to store all of your gardening supplies. For easy and function, have a shed structure installed close to your garden to eliminate unnecessary steps, then set up the shed wi

Enclosed Porch Ideas

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Use enclosed porches to create intimate living areas.Patio mallorqu?-n image by Raulmah?3n from Fotolia.comEnclosed porches often become nothing more than storage spaces for clutter. Define your porch and enjoy it by creating usable spaces to dine, relax or sleep. Incorporate plants into...

How to Paint a Deck Preparation

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Painting your deck is an attractive alternative to staining it; the range of colors available for painting is certainly greater, and a painted deck can have the effect of drawing your interior into an outdoor space. The most important part of any painting project is preparing the wood beforehand. Th

How to Build Porch Deck Stairs

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Most do-it-yourselfers find building stairs the most challenging part of deck construction, because basic mathematics and accuracy are essential, according to the Titan website. Any homeowner may need to attempt the projecct, at some time. Planning is the key to success. Draw your design carefully