Category Archives: Outside

Speedy Snow Shoveling Solution

It can be really annoying when you're trying to shovel off your driveway after a snowfall, and the snow keeps sticking to your snow shovel. Don't you wish you knew how to keep it from sticking? Well, from this article posted on bobvila.com called "Quick Tip: Speed Up Snow Shoveling with Cooking Spray" you can learn…

If you've ever tried to buy a snowblower before, you know it's not as simple as picking out, for example bananas at a grocery store; different snowblowers have different options and features, and it can be confusing trying to figure out what's best for your needs. You have to take into account what kind of surface…

If your deck is looking weathered and worn, you might not necessarily have to replace it. As long as the deck is still structurally sound, restoring it might be a better option for you. With the right tools, you can do the job yourself. This video from thisoldhouse.com has detailed instructions for every step of the…

Did you know that preparing your lawn properly for the winter can be crucial to having a healthy lawn in the spring and summer months? Proper fall care can help the grass to beat out weeds that don't thrive in autumn and can also strengthen the roots for healthier grass in the spring. Although the specifics…

The season for bonfires is right around the corner; is yours the house where they're happening? If you don't have a fire pit already, you might think that it would be a lot of work to build one, that it would take up a lot of space, or that it would be an eyesore. But…

Look out your back window, or wander out onto your balcony, and take a good hard look. How satisfied are you with the view? Is it the view you always dreamed of having? Maybe you can't do much about your view - you have a small backyard, or no backyard at all. Maybe it's too…

Side Yard Reinvention

Contemporary Landscape by San Diego Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers Amelia B. Lima & Associates Which best describes your side yard: a dark, dank place for the trash, or a beautiful space where you love to hide away? If it's the former, check out these ideas to beautify it until you enjoy spending time there: Make…

4 Ideas for Bathroom Shades and Shutters

Shades and shutters are practical things to include with your bathroom window, but they also contain a lot of decoration potential! Check out these 4 ideas for how to improve your bathroom design: Decorative Shades - There are so many options for decorative shades by varying the fabrics and styles. Choose whichever adds the right…

With prefabricated parts allowing for sheds to be assembled in a half a day with a crew, there are few barriers to actually installing on in your yard. But why would you want to? Let's go over some of the ways a backyard shed can be used to better your life. The most obvious use for…

If you love grilling, you have to read through these 8 great improvements to your grilling area. From making it more accessible to improving your company's experience, these tips are perfect for any grilling fanatic. Set up an area near the grill for spectators - is it better to grill with company? Add a prep…

From the windows to the water bottle, here are 6 tips for beating the summer heat: Shade Your Windows - Use natural shade like trees or a mounted overhangs over your windows to prevent the sun from heating your house. Put Up Drapes, Blinds, or Shades - Again, the idea is to prevent as much…

Do have something that needs stucco applied to it? This post, we cover the process for doing just that. Applying stucco is the same process once the base is prepped, so here is our general guide to doing so. Apply your bonding agent with a paintbrush to ensure that the stucco adheres to the base. Pick…

There's no better way to enjoy the summer weather than with a deck you built yourself. This post, we're covering the first necessary steps to a deck, the foundation, so you can enjoy the summer weather in comfort and style. Before building your deck foundation, there are a few things to consider: How you are…

Today, we've got another DIY project for you - outdoor stairs. These can come useful for a backdoor that's off the ground or a deck, so be sure to keep reading to find out how to make them! First, you'll need to create your "stringers" or "carriages," which are basically the supports for the stairs…

As a small follow-up to our other articles on recycling, let's cover some of the stats for how much we are wasting each year. They can be sobering to read and are important to know so we can take action to reduce our waste. Each year, the average person throws away 7 1/2 times their body…

Category Archives: Outside

Speedy Snow Shoveling Solution

How to Own a Snowblower

How To Restore A Weathered Deck

Preparing Your Lawn for Winter

Design a Fire Pit That Fits Your Style

Dream Up Your Ideal View

Side Yard Reinvention

4 Ideas for Bathroom Shades and Shutters

Why You Should Add a Backyard Shed

8 Improvements for Your Outdoor Grill

How to Stay Cool Without A/C

Tips to Stucco Application

How to Build a Deck Foundation

How to Build Stairs for Your Yard

How Much Do We Waste?

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Category Archives: Outside

For Your Remodeling Needs Call 703.926.5339

For Your Remodeling Needs
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