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- Understanding the Different Types of Concrete Finishes - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2012 from Ben LagerConcrete floorings are cost effective and versatile, and hence a favorite among home owners and architects. You can either use them indoors as polished concrete floors, or outdoors as stamped concrete patios. With a little imagination and some planning, you can achieve as many different looks as ...
Views: 1390 - Understanding the Termite for Better Termite Control - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from Steve LumTermites cause up to an estimated billion dollars in damage to homes in the US every year. These pests are difficult to detect and eradicating them requires a professional termite control company. The potential for serious damage is so great that virtually every homeowner’s insurance policy ...
Views: 668 - Unique Elements of a Farmhouse Kitchen - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2022 from Jerusher RA farmhouse kitchen is one of the traditional forms of a kitchen that is still relevant today. It has a unique combination of traditional and contemporary elements that make it unique. A simple installation of farmhouse kitchen cabinets is what you need to revamp your outdated kitchen into a ...
Views: 425 - Unique Features of Modern Kitchens - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2022 from Jerusher RIf you desire to have a modern kitchen, you should work towards it. The first step is to identify the unique features that define modern kitchens. Of course, cabinetry will feature a lot in the list of features. Therefore, you must be prepared to change your cabinets to accommodate modernity in ...
Views: 489 - Unique Night Lighting Ideas - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2017 from Marina PalYou may not be afraid of Boogie Man anymore, but you might be afraid to hit your toe from the extremely sharp edge of your bed frame. If you stumble on your way to the kitchen for a snack at midnight, then night lighting is required. Instead of filling your room with tiny lighting moons and ...
Views: 2233 - Up Your Greenhouse Game With Garden Rooms - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2023 from Mathew PhilipA garden room is a separate, enclosed structure in your yard. It's not the same as a pavilion, which is more like a covered deck or stage, but it lets in the weather. Like a bit of home, a garden room often includes four walls, doors, and windows. The structure is more stylish, appealing, and ...
Views: 293 - Upgrade Your Pool Filtration System to Cartridge Pool Filter - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2012 from Shamoil KarachiwalaFor people who wish to upgrade their filtering system from traditional to a more advanced one while saving money as well, cartridge pool filters is a perfect option. Swimming Pools are a source of fun, entertainment and relaxation during summers. However, the most frustrating area is the pool ...
Views: 874 - Upholstery Repair is No Big Deal - by Submitted on May 02, 2011 from Rave DarwinUpholstery as a term has evolved from the Middle English words up and holden, that implies to hold up. In modern context the term signifies the art of providing furniture, especially seats, with padding, springs, webbing, and fabric or leather covers. The magical touch of upholstery can be added ...
Views: 1181 - Urban Gardening Trends - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Whitney SeguraIn this highly urbanized world, it is a big challenge to pursue gardening and to find a spot to do it. With high cost of lots, spaces are usually limited only enough for the house. However, this should not put down individuals who would really want to do some gardening in their own backyard and ...
Views: 2434 - Use Compost Bins for a Green Alternative to Waste Disposal - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2012 from Richard MorrisIn the days before plastics and packaging, no one gave much thought to composting. With few exceptions, everything that was garbage was compost. Compost went into a pile in the back yard or at the side of the house and was allowed to naturally return to the earth. The new soil from the compost ...
Views: 866 - Use Custom Built Planters to Upgrade the Look of Your Garden - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2021 from Veronica SmithPlanters, containers and pots especially for outdoor space are perfect way to give a instant spruce to our garden. If we have containers in our garden then we can plant flowers, trees, vegetables and herbs which will adapt a great and amazing personality of our planters in our garden. These ...
Views: 442 - Use Drainage To Improve Your Garden Soil - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2011 from Johan MonarrezExcessive drainage in sandy soil can be an annoyance, you need to water regularly in dry weather and it is necessary to build up a water-holding structure by adding as much organic matter as you possibly can. Faulty drainage is more than merely a nuisance, it can be a plant killer. Stagnant ...
Views: 650 - Use of Landscaping Tool in Best Interior Designing Courses - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2021 from Isshu MittalLandscaping refers to the way of structuring up the land around the building while utilising the plants. It is the process of enhancing the aesthetic outside the building. Landscaping is done by adding plants, changing the terrains and constructing structures like fences and ...
Views: 388 - Use Properly Your Home Cleaning Agents - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2012 from Barbara TaylorMost of the people use chemical cleaning products. Unfortunately, they are very harmful for their health. The bad news is that they do not know that. This article is something like message to you. When you talk with your friend about cleaning advice her to clean with green cleaning products. ...
Views: 1161 - Useful Modular Kitchen Designs for the Modern Home - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2018 from Natural Therapy IndiaThe high utility value of modern homes is due to the inbuilt functionality of the kitchen and the storage units in the living and bedrooms. You can be sure that the new homeowner is only guessing the space and needs of each room when he is buying his house. The advent of pre-designed modular ...
Views: 562 - USEFUL POT GARDENING TIPS FOR BEGINNERS - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2020 from Tori UtleyOnce you understand pot gardening, you may find yourself growing several pots yearly. Here are some helpful tips for container gardening for beginners. Create holes in your pots While this may seem like an odd first tip, it extremely useful for the growth of your plants. When there are ...
Views: 585 - Useful Suggestions for Creating the Effective Look in the House - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2020 from rose bellaA house is a place where we all want to live perfectly with our loved ones and we also prefer to include all those positive factors in the beauty of the house that may enhance its beauty in a better way. The world of the internet has to get smart and we might find the perfect solution to manage ...
Views: 1043 - Useful tips on nutrient requirements of hydroponic gardens - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2013 from Andy AaronIn hydroponic gardens the entire nourishment for plant growth is derived from nutrient feed. As these gardens are grown over water in the absence of soil, the entire success depends on the choice and supply of nutrients. In this method you need to add all different types of nutrients to water in ...
Views: 1193 - Uses of Outdoor Lighting in Different Environments - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2012 from Giertruda SwanseaThere are many types of outdoor lighting which a home can be implemented with. Outdoor lighting is a very crucial piece of component for any home or premise as it serves an important function – security. Parks Outdoor lighting brightens up any path that is otherwise dark and dangerous. ...
Views: 718 - Using a Wire Garden Fence to Keep Out Pests - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2011 from Derek FarleyMany homeowners enjoy planting seeds outside in a garden and being rewarded with fresh vegetables, herbs, and flowers. However, even with proper care and all of the requirements of each plant taken into consideration, a garden can still be doomed. Families with dogs know how destructive they ...
Views: 911 - Using Natural Ant Control to Prevent Ants From Ruining Your Summer - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2012 from Harry RossOne of the most common pests in New Jersey is the ant and, subsequently, the ant pest control business is booming. This is good news though for people who do have some type of ant problem in their home or yard, because it means that there are a number of ant pest control companies to choose from ...
Views: 1062 - Using Orchid Leaves to Determine the Health of Your Plants - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2011 from Eric FernandesOrchid Leaves can be used to communicate is some way with your flowers because they can be giving you signals that something is wrong. Many times the leaves are the first thing to display symptoms of what is actually going on within your plant before you notice it. By looking at the leaves of ...
Views: 625 - Using Shape in Feng Shui Gardening - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2008 from Linda BinnsIf you have taken the time to learn the basics of feng shui, you know that you need to incorporate all five elements of nature – fire, water, wood, metal, and earth – to achieve and restore balance within your living space. However, incorporating these elements in their natural states can prove ...
Views: 1370 - Using Solar Powered Accents in Your Beautiful Garden - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2011 from Robin WagnerNow that you have all your flower beds cleaned and planted for spring, what do you do? Wait until the flowers bloom? What else do you need to add? The work of preparing the beds and planting the flowers gives most of us a delightful sense of accomplishment. We sit back and look at our ...
Views: 1267 - Using Sturdy Deer Control Fencing Systems - by Submitted on May 03, 2012 from alian cruzThe deer damage is quite common especially in some areas of the United States. This animal, according to some reports, is causing a million-dollar loss to farmers every year. A deer, as you know, tramples or eats on valuable plants in gardens, nurseries, vinyards and other areas where crops are ...
Views: 1014 - Using Water Features inside Garden to Alter the Space into a Piece of Art - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2011 from Doris MilksUsing Water Features inside Garden to Modify the Space into a Piece of Art Are you wanting to design your garden or backyard? If so, you should use water features in the garden to modify the space. There are numerous different garden water features to choose from. Some examples would be short ...
Views: 472 - Valerian - by Submitted on May 31, 2017 from Francis RosenfeldI worried when I added valerian to the herb wheel that it wasn't going to last very long in my garden. Cats are supposed to be so attracted to this plant they can't rest its scent and chew it into oblivion. Either we don't have enough free roaming cats in the neigborhood or its reputation of ...
Views: 631 - Valerian - by Submitted on May 19, 2019 from Francis RosenfeldThere is a whole list of plants I feel like I know well because I encountered them in literary works, but most of which I haven't actually seen until recently: hyssop, heliotrope, verbena, wallflower, camellia, primrose, jasmine, heather, wolfsbane. The list is actually much longer, but I'll ...
Views: 614 - Vanilla Orchid Plants - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2010 from Jan PavisVanilla is among the most popular scents for everything from candles to perfume to bath salts. The image of a bloom is on the packaging of many of vanilla scented products and is well recognized. Vanilla is a familiar flavor that is used to add flavor to many sweets and baked goods like shakes, ...
Views: 1273 - Various Aspects and Uses of Wooden Windows in Modern Times - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2012 from Hamilton LeeA window is used to jut out of the room; it is an opening in the wall for fresh air to come inside the room with a good passage of light. Every house is built with various types of windows which add charm and elegance to the overview. Windows are held by frames which contain wood, glass, fiber ...
Views: 800 - Various garden tools from spear and Jackson - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2012 from John GregoryVarious garden tools from spear and Jackson Here are just some of the many tools on offer from this very good manufacturer. E-Series Border Fork Features: • Centralized foot take, lowers slipping and unbalancing, offers more burrowing power with less muscle effort and stress • ...
Views: 755 - Various Styles of Indoor Lighting - by Submitted on May 21, 2011 from Estelles LightingAre you looking to decorate or redecorate your house? Would you like to add that stylish flair to it that makes it even more beautiful? We at Estelles Lighting realize that each room in your house needs lighting according to its purpose and we provide you with the best collection of lighting ...
Views: 614 - Various Types of Garden Sheds - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2012 from Dabney WalkerIf you are interested in improving the looks of your garden, there is no better option than adding a garden shed to it. Garden sheds not only add to the stylistic profile of your garden, but are also highly functional, and can help you in various aspects of life. However, there are various types ...
Views: 874 - Vegetable Flowers - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2021 from Francis RosenfeldWhen I first started growing vegetables, I worried the veggie plot would look too utilitarian, with its lined up rows and its pedestrian supports. Imagine my surprise when I woke up one morning to a tapestry of egg yolk colored trumpets, larger than my hand, which gleamed in the morning sunlight ...
Views: 380 - Vegetable Gardening During Drought - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2011 from Alan DetwilerTemperatures worldwide have been rising. They may continue to rise. Longer and more severe droughts are forecasted. Special strategies are needed by gardeners to deal with increased water needs of garden plants. Two-feet deep topsoil will stay moist longer than lesser thicknesses. Adding ...
Views: 1176 - Veggies and Herbs That Grow in Hydroponic Tents - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2011 from Chris ScorthorneA survey conducted last year, found that a large number of people in the UK and Ireland are looking to adapt to a style of cooking where food can be sourced directly from the kitchen. In another 30 years, their idea of a green space extends beyond their garden, with the kitchen and garden ...
Views: 693 - Veggies to Start Outdoors - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2020 from Francis RosenfeldSome plants don’t benefit from being started indoors. There are a few reasons for this: their tender foliage has a hard time adjusting to the change of environment, their roots dislike being disturbed or their growth schedule is so accelerated that they outgrow their starting containers too ...
Views: 365 - Veggies to Start Outdoors - by Submitted on May 21, 2020 from Francis RosenfeldSome plants don’t benefit from being started indoors. There are a few reasons for this: their tender foliage has a hard time adjusting to the change of environment, their roots dislike being disturbed or their growth schedule is so accelerated that they outgrow their starting containers too ...
Views: 422 - Venetian Planters - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2012 from Rob KuijstersVenetian Planters: This new range of fibreglass planters was designed to compliment any interior. Whether you are looking for planters for restaurants, offices or other commercial situations, this exciting new design will suit any style interior. It combines modern and classic lines in one ...
Views: 589 - Very Early Violets - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2018 from Francis RosenfeldThe blooming violets are such a wonderful surprise, especially after last week’s arctic blast. They are very resilient plants, violets, a feature that delights at the beginning of spring and exasperates in the middle of summer, when they greedily take over the flower beds. They have a lot of ...
Views: 500 - Villas or Apartments - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2018 from Jennifer KrishnanThe pros and cons of apartments and villas and ask which options is best for you. Lifestyle: Obviously, one of the best factors which will control your decision that you wish to lead in the future. For the children you may require some space to allow them to clear their endless energy. ...
Views: 620 - Vintage Cottage Gardens - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2019 from Francis RosenfeldI have become very fond of vintage cottage garden flowers in the last few years, a sentiment which stemmed from the realization that my idea of a cottage garden is significantly different from my grandmother’s. Sure they share some staple plants, without which neither a modern nor a vintage ...
Views: 503 - Vital Reasons To Opt For Sprinkler System Repair Service - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2021 from Ron SpencerMany residents rely on a sprinkler system to get world-class irrigation of their gardens! You need to monitor the system from time to time to ensure proper water flow irrespective of external factors. Typically, the lawns need one inch of water per week, but these sprinkler systems adjust ...
Views: 250 - Waiting for Halloween - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2017 from Francis RosenfeldI got the candy, and the pumpkins, and the scary ghoul costumes, we're all set for trick or treat. The garden path decorated itself in expectation of little guests. Well, technically I was too idle to clean up the fallen leaves, but I recently renewed my committed to a positive outlook on life ...
Views: 593 - Waiting for Violets - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2017 from Francis RosenfeldEvery summer I plan to thin the violets and every summer I change my mind at the last minute, and this picture is the reason why. How can I pull these delicate flowers that cover the earth in spring in every shade of blue between aqua and indigo? Sweet violets are to the flower bed what Pac-Man ...
Views: 511 - Wall Fountains as Garden Fountains for Garden Decor - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2012 from John WatsonGarden fountains add a lot of life to the overall garden. Garden water fountains are articles of garden adornment and garden decor. Garden becomes serene and full of tranquilly with the fountains in the garden. Both, wall mounted fountains as well as standalone fountains are great as article of ...
Views: 1018 - Wall Hanging Terrarium Containers One of the Best Home Décor In The Market Today - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2012 from christine florenoBuilding a new home is everybody’s dream. Many are dedicated to their respective work and profession just to fulfill that goal. It is a symbol of success and abundance in life. Other people consider that when you have a beautiful home, it is the outcome of your effort and perseverance in ...
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