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‘Veggin’ Out’ Is So In: Tips For Starting Your Own Veggie Garden

April 8, 2011 By Cal Leave a Comment

enjoy growing your own vegetables

(ARA) – Vegetable and herb gardening is in and studies indicate it will continue to grow in popularity. If you’re not growing your own yet it’s time to start. Why? The reasons are as varied as the people who garden. Some do it to save money. Others want to ensure their food is chemical-free, and […]

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Outdoor Entertainment Ideas on a Budget

April 5, 2011 By Cal Leave a Comment

Enjoying a barbecue with friends

Warmer months are the perfect time to start looking for outdoor entertainment ideas. This is because more and more people are planning outdoor gatherings and are planning to entertain. This means good food and good people are around, and there are several different things you can do whether you are looking for themes to do […]

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What Are The Different Types Of Chiminea Fireplaces?

April 2, 2011 By Cal Leave a Comment

Terracotta Chiminea Fireplaces

For those of you who are not aware of what chiminea fireplaces are, they are simply a front loading fireplace or also known as an oven that has a vertical chimney. They are a very simple outdoor fireplace that you can use to stay warm in the evening. The body of them is bulbous and they have […]

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Yard Work Done Now Will Let You Enjoy Your Backyard All Summer

March 25, 2011 By Cal Leave a Comment

(ARA) – As we dream of summer, many of us think about the place where we spend those endless summer days and balmy summer evenings – the backyard. But if your backyard is going to live up to the perfection you envision in your daydreams, you may need to spend a spring weekend or two […]

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Outdoor Heaters

It's no fun if you or your guests are cold on your deck or patio. You can make … [Read More...]

Enjoying a new tiki bar

Tiki Bars and Tiki Huts

You can build a tiki bar or tiki hut that is authentic, sturdy and a lot cheaper … [Read More...]

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Build a lasting memory with your backyard project

(BPT) - There are regular backyard projects and then there are those special backyard projects that bring families closer together, both during the construction and while enjoying the finished … [Read More...]

Choosing the Right Decking Material for your Deck

When people talk about choosing decking material they are usually talking about the wood on the deck floor. The deck floor is exposed to the elements and gets most of the wear and tear. Besides the … [Read More...]

Do I Need A Building Permit To Build A Deck And What Is The Process?

One of the first questions you should have when planning your new deck is, “do I need a building permit to build my deck?” The best way to find this out is visit your local city hall and get a copy of … [Read More...]

5 Reasons Why Deck Plans Are Necessary and How to Create Them For Free

If you are planning on building a deck you will need a good set of plans to make a quality deck. You can pay a lot to get custom plans, but you can also get free plans or create the plans yourself … [Read More...]

Designing Your New Deck

The first part of designing your new deck is dreaming about the deck you want. I think it is a good idea to get a pen and paper and write down all of the things you want in your new deck. Think about … [Read More...]

Steps to Build a New Deck

Whether you are building a deck or having someone build a deck for you, there are a lot similar steps that you need to follow in designing and planning your deck. A couple of years ago we went through … [Read More...]

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