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Artificial Grass: Tips for Beginners

December 20, 2019 By

Article by Elite Sites

Are you thinking about purchasing synthetic grass for your home? Great news! Today’s latest synthetic turf products are made to look and perform like natural grass, except they don’t require the same amount of work. For example, fake grass doesn’t have to be watered, mowed, or fertilized. It doesn’t have to be repaired after heavy rain or rejuvenated after the summer months. But if you’re new to fake grass, it might seem like a complicated project. The good news is that with the right tools and preparation, installing a synthetic lawn is relatively easy. Here are a few tips for beginners.

Preparation Matters

Preparing the ground for fake grass is an important factor in the installation process, one that should be done properly. The preparation phase includes several steps, including but not limited to measuring and outlining, removing topsoil, and rough grading. If you’re not experienced in these techniques, you might want to hire a professional or study the installation manual and learn how to do each step on your own.

Ask for Help

While many people enjoy DIY projects (and installing fake grass certainly qualifies as a relatively easy DIY project) people who are new to the material might require help. Depending on the size of your project, you might need assistance with unloading the products from the delivery truck. You might also need assistance with preparing the ground and installing the fake grass.

Filed Under: Garden, Home Improvement

The Guide to Home Gardening

December 17, 2019 By

Article by Buddah Lounge

Establishing a home garden proves not only therapeutic for the person doing the gardening, but also for every person living in the house. Since gardens are full of fresh flowers, plants, trees, thick green grass and other outdoor decorations, it is a good place for meditation and relaxation. Some invest much on their patio, especially those who love outdoor barbeque and retreat activities with friends.

To start and or enhance a garden, it is necessary to consider the space and design of the garden. The amount and type of decorations to be used depends on the size of the area that will be developed. The design tells how much an ideal garden would cost. And contrary to many beliefs, putting up an elegant garden need not be expensive. What is only needed is creativity, a little bit of cash, and practical design. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Garden, Home Improvement

Do you need a locking mailbox?

December 16, 2019 By

Article by Best Businesses

When you come around, for whatever reason, to change your mailbox, one of the biggest decisions is if you should get a locking mailbox. The process of locating, buying, and installing a mailbox is both costly and time-consuming, and is not something you want to repeat. Ideally, you want to make the right decision, the first time. Here are some factors that will govern if you need a locking mailbox:

Mail theft risk

Have you had any mail stolen or go missing in the recent past? Even if you don’t know, but never got something you know was sent, chances are that it was theft. Is your mailbox or house in a location that makes it easier for someone to steal your mail? Then, if so, you need a locking mailbox.

Mail volume

Measure your mail volume and incoming packages. Do you get a lot of letters or do you get package deliveries from online orders? Also, can you check your mailbox once or twice a day, or do you go several days before you can check for mail? The longer you need to go without checking, or the more high-value items you get, the more you need a secure mailbox.

Be aware that any change to location or type requires approval from your local USPS rep. Also, if your mailbox is in a row with your neighbors, then you will need their permission to make any significant changes.

Filed Under: Home Improvement

Introducing Glass Pool Walls

December 14, 2019 By

Article by FRG News

Pools can be a great addition to any home. Not only do they raise the property value considerably, but they also make for a fun way to get the family together outside. Of course, pools need to be fenced off to mitigate the risk of children falling in. It’s also important to keep wildlife out that can drown and cause a mess. Until recently, options were relatively few for fencing a pool in. That was until now.

Glass swimming pool fences are the new trend in home design and it doesn’t look like it will be going away. They provide the necessary safety all pool owners are looking for, but do it an extremely fashionable way. Owners can choose from numerous options like round power coated posts to anchor the enclosure. Of course many opt for the frameless glass fences.

Not only do they look great, but glass pool walls don’t impede your vision of the pool, so you can always keep an eye on what’s going on. This is a safety advantage not afforded by traditional pool fences. But it could end up saving someone’s life.

When purchasing a glass wall for our pool, you will want the builder to confirm the structure meets Australian standards AS1926, AS2829 and AS1288.  Otherwise, your barrier will actually lack the safety precautions you bought it for.

Filed Under: Construction