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How To Setup A Drip Irrigation System On A Timer
On July 19, 2007 I wrote a short post on re-connecting the drip irrigation system on my deck. I was able to connect everything but because of the constant rain I didn’t need to run the system. A few weeks ago the clouds cleared and the sun came out and I was able to run the flow test […]
Decorative Deck Railing: A Decorating Insider’s Final Touch
Deck railing is a design professional’s secret key to creating stand-out, awe-inspiring exterior home design. And with a little know-how, you can apply the same style to your own home just like a pro. It’s important because not only does it add beauty to your home, it is also functional. Railing provides support and can […]
Furnishing Your Deck or Patio
It’s one thing to have a deck or patio welcoming guests to your backyard; it’s another for it to be as beautiful as the inside of your home. And why shouldn’t it be? If you want you and your family and all your visitors to be comfortable and also impressed with your decorative skills outside […]
Adding A Fireplace To Your Outside Kitchen
Ironically one of the best places to congregate around our home has always been out of it, or at least partially outside of it. From the patio to the porch to the garden, all these places represent our preference for some outdoor time now and then. It is natural, therefore, that these preferences extend to […]