Monthly Archives: October 2012

 Deck Lighting Ideas

Light Up the Night with These Deck Lighting Solutions

When you are coming up with deck lighting ideas, you may want to think outside the box. Today there are many deck lighting solutions that are not only functional, but are also environmentally friendly, interesting, and even fun. (more…)

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How To Hang a Porch Swing

7 Easy Steps to Help You Select & Hang a Porch Swing

Adding a porch swing to your home adds charm, comfort, and style. Porch swings come in a variety of different styles, from wood porch swings to wicker porch swings, so you should be able to find one that will match your home decor as well as give you a comfortable place to sit and relax. Once you decide on which porch swing you like, it’s time to get it installed so you can enjoy it! We’ve put together 7 easy steps to help guide you in your swing selection as well as show you how to hang your porch swing. (more…)

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15 Oct '12

How to BBQ

How to BBQ

Helpful Grilling Hints for the 1st Time BBQ’er

Your family has arrived, the drinks are chilled, and the games are started. Now it’s time to start preparing the food. Not sure how to BBQ? No problem! We’ve put together a few helpful hints for the first-time bbq’er. (more…)

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How to Grow Tomatoes

A Beginners Guide to Growing, Harvesting & Canning Tomatoes

One of the great benefits of having your own garden is having fresh, homegrown fruits and vegetables to enjoy whenever you want. Growing techniques will differ depending on what food you’re growing as well as where you live. We’ve put together a few general tips on how to grow tomatoes, harvest tomatoes and even how to can tomatoes. (more…)

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Outdoor Fountain

Simple Steps to Keeping Your Garden Fountain Looking & Functioning at its Best

A beautiful outdoor fountain can make a great focal piece for any garden or patio. Through proper care and good cleaning, your garden fountain can run smoothly through the test of time. There are several types of outdoor fountains to choose from depending on your personal taste, the size of your patio or garden area and how much time and maintenance you are willing to invest. (more…)

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