The biggest downside of owning a home with wood siding is the fact that it has to be painted or stained every few years. There are many folks who’d much rather pay a house painter to tackle the job, but there are those who enjoy the challenge of doing it themselves. Follow these tips if […]
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Questions to Ask Yourself Before Installing New Hardwood Floors
Laying down new hardwood flooring is a great way to boost your property value while enhancing the look and feel of your home, but it’s not always the most straightforward project. Unless you know right off the bat which type of floors you’re choosing, you’ve got a lot to think about. Ask yourself the following […]
The Best Plants to Grow in Your Garden in Washington
With spring in bloom, many homeowners are getting ready to dig out their gardening tools and get to work on this season’s planting. Whether you’re looking to restart your garden and add new plants or you are just starting out in the world of gardening, you’ll need to know what types of plants are best […]
How to Start Your Own Compost
We live in a world full of waste, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Food and other natural materials decompose, but throwing all of this into the trash bin removes your opportunity to use the byproduct of decomposing waste: soil. Plant and food waste will break down over time, resulting in a free […]
How to Get Rid of Moss
Moss can make your wood surfaces slippery, and can collect moisture, speeding the rate of decay of your wood. If you have moss on your decking, siding or wood roofing shingles, we’ve put this guide together for you to highlight the most accepted remedies, both natural and chemical, for clearing moss. Non-chemical options Removing the […]