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Fall is a great time to thicken up patchy areas of your lawn, so you'll have thick, healthy grass in the spring. Start by aerating compacted…
Improve your lawn's natural defenses and reduce future maintenance chores with these common sense cures for spots, thatch, fairy rings, grubs…
Changing weed trimmer line can be a frustrating experience, but there's an easier way. Instead of struggling with big, tangled spools, just lock…
Crabgrass is a tough opponent, but with a lawn spreader, a pump sprayer and a few turf products you can head off crabgrass in the spring and…
Build an attractive birdhouse that will last for a lifetime, yet only takes a few minutes to build. All you need to create a welcoming home for…
This stripped-down window planter can be built in less than an hour, yet the simplicity of the design resists rot far better than traditional…
Snowblower belts start to wear out after 5 to 7 years, and should be replaced. You can save money by doing the job yourself. Here's an overview…
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A wooden walkway makes an attractive and inexpensive garden path, is simpler and less backbreaking to make than a stone or concrete path, and…
Level over short, medium and long distances with ease. Whether you're installing a dropped ceiling, laying out a deck, or building a whole…
In this article, we’ll show you the tools and techniques you need to get a smooth, durable finish on concrete. We’ll also tell you…
Installing low-voltage outdoor lighting is a big-impact DIY project. And since it's low voltage, it's safe to use and install, even for…
Concrete stains are a quick, inexpensive way to transform an uninteresting concrete slab into an elegant patio that’s vibrant with rich color.
Used correctly, broadcast spreaders are the most efficient way to distribute grass seed, fertilizer, weed killer and other lawn products on your…
Construct an eye-catching cedar deck surrounded by a veneered stone wall that provides both privacy and seating. The article includes full…
Make an attractive border for a concrete walkway or patio using brick pavers set on a bed of gravel and sand. With a solid gravel base, a brick…
Nurture the land in your yard and protect the environment by channeling rain water and runoff from gutters into a rain garden planted with…
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