21
Dec
The Toro 51599 Ultra Blower Vac is an impressively powered corded electric leaf blower/vacuum in the very top end of Toro’s electric blower product lineup. It provides almost twice the energy of the 51585 Power Sweep, and its adjustable power output is much more elastic than that of the 51592 Super Blower Vac. As 2014, […]
17
Dec
White painted cabinets give your kitchen a clean, airy look, but they can turn yellow with time. Oil-based paints, also referred to as alkyd paints, occasionally take on a yellowish cast because of the way that they treat, especially if your kitchen does not get much sun. Particular kinds of varnish — older types that […]
13
Dec
A fresh-cut Christmas tree provides beauty and aroma to the house which an artificial tree doesn’t offer. A true tree inside also means there’s an opportunity sap will drip onto your wood flood. The sap can easily be removed with cleaners commonly found in the home. Ice It Off Put an ice cube over the […]
8
Dec
An acrylic lamp might look a whole lot like glass from afar, but you shouldn’t clean it in precisely the same way as glass. Conventional household cleansers and even window cleaning chemicals are too harsh for oil. Utilize water and mild liquid dish soap instead. Water Works For a basic cleaning, a damp, lint-free soft […]
4
Dec
Ornamental grasses are available in many shapes, sizes, colors and development patterns. They include plants which are accurate grasses in addition to some which are grass-like, with long thin leaves and a grassy appearance. A versatile set of landscape plants, a few grasses are especially attractive since their weeping foliage arches, cascading towards the ground […]
1
Dec
Berry bushes are any shrub-like plant that produces berries. These berries vary in size, colour and are either edible or ornamental. When choosing which berry bush to plant, consider the needs of your garden. If you would like a plant that produces crop, choose edible berry bushes, while deer resistant ornamental grapes will provide exactly […]
28
Nov
Available in more than 50 varieties, the kiwi fruit (Actinidia spp.) Is native to South Asia and developed commercially in select states — including California, Oregon and Washington. A tender vine that damages readily when exposed to frost, the kiwi is a quick grower that, if not managed properly, can easily soften your backyard. Vine […]
24
Nov
Landscaping styles vary and include formal, rustic, European and more. For those searching for a natural look, there are various statues, plants and layouts to aid with that, including the important addition of natural rocks. Whether you are using stones as a patio surface or at the plant beds, they can help pull the “natural” […]
21
Nov
The brilliant red flowers of the coral bean (Erythrina herbacea) are custom-made for hummingbirds, with the long, bright flowers satisfied to the birds’ slim, nectar-sipping bills. The plant, which is indigenous to the Gulf Coast and Mexico and suitable for U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 8 through 11, is a deciduous shrub with […]
17
Nov
Metal roofs are available in a huge array of colours and styles that can enhance the overall look of the construction, irrespective of architectural design. Although generally more expensive than asphalt shingles, metal roofing systems may have a life that is at least twice as long as traditional shingles. Metal roofs offer extra protection from […]