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- Renovate and improve your lifestyle: Check out these tips - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2018 from Cynthia MadisonIt’s not necessary to make drastic changes in your life so as to notice an improvement in terms of quality. You can make big changes with small steps. If you didn’t know this by now, the key to change is baby steps. The standard of living is your main objective, but your quality of ...
Views: 241 - Gardener, tree lopper or arborist. Why you MUST know the difference before you hire - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2018 from Kalyna KapurBeing a qualified arborist and someone who lops and removes trees for a living, I often get asked what the difference is between an arborist a tree lopper and a gardener. The distinction is very important depending on what you are having done. What is an arborist? A more common name ...
Views: 264(1 vote) - How Artificial Turfs Prove To Be A Blessing For The Eco-System? - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2018 from Ron SpencerAs of 2011, the number of artificial turf installations has seen a quantum jump. And it continues to rise with every passing phase. Much of that is due to the initiative taken to conserve water- which resulted in saving more than 3 billion gallons of water. Many believe that synthetic turfs are ...
Views: 387 - Surreal - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2018 from Francis RosenfeldThe middle of July brought its favorites - the lilies, the phlox, the daisies. I'm not sure whether cone flowers really are supposed to grow five foot tall. There is fierce competition in the sunny border for the land and the light. I can barely make my way through the bee balms and the ...
Views: 195 - The Easiest and Most Effective Way to Clean Your Dab Rigs - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2018 from Nancy LeeDabbing is a new and growing trend amongst smoking aficionados. It is an excellent alternative for those smokers looking for a less harsh smoking experience. For a great dabbing experience, it is crucial that your cheap dab rigs stay clean at all times. Whatever concentrates you smoke, your dab ...
Views: 234 - The Scientific Link Between Gardening and Happiness - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2018 from Rebecca YoungHave you ever noticed how you experience a lift in mood when you go outside and get your hands dirty digging in the garden? Well, it’s not just in your head — gardening gives us a genuine emotional and psychological boost. And there’s even science to back that up! Here are five scientifically ...
Views: 279 - 4 Secrets of a Smelly House Waiting For Professional Cleaners - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2018 from Ron SpencerSometimes, you don’t feel to stay inside your home for the presence of something, which is considered as one of the matters defining the word ‘nasty’. You still didn’t get it, right? Well, it is known as the ‘nasty stink’ that is the common problem in most of ...
Views: 395 - Interior Designing Services in Kerala - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2018 from Monnaie ArchitectsPAINT OR WALLPAPER – BETTER OPTION FOR YOUR WALLS. As one of the best architects in Kerala we ensure that our projects are planned before the construction and thus make the customers completely satisfied with our services. Monnaie Architects & Interiors, the best interior designing company in ...
Views: 188 - Black Cohosh - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2018 from Francis RosenfeldBlack Cohosh has everything a shade gardener can dream of. It grows six to eight feet tall and produces these almost surreal wands of rosy white fuzzy flowers that smell like honey and bloom abundantly against the background of its strikingly dark foliage in full shade from mid-summer to the end ...
Views: 221 - Top Home Interior Designers in Ernakulam - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2018 from Monnaie ArchitectsMonnaie provides top home interior designers in Keralahome interior designers in Kerala for your dream home according to your taste and preference. An interior designer is usually involved from a very starting stage with a building project from the beginning, perhaps even working with the ...
Views: 174 - How to Make an Awesome Wooden Swing Set In 5 Easy Steps? - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2019 from Nancy JulietDo you want to know how to build a beautiful and sturdy wooden swing set like this below? Do you want to build a similar wooden swing set in your backyard for your kids? Do you think that to build a wooden swing set like this will cost you a lot? Do you want to know how to build a beautiful ...
Views: 189(1 vote) - Bittersweet Nightshade: Is It Deadly? - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2018 from Nancy JulietThis member of the Nightshade or Solanaceae family is a native specimen in North America. This perennial vine can be found in a wide range of habitats, including thickets, woods, and damp stream banks. Also, it covers a large geographic area that comprises parts of Texas, up to North Dakota, and ...
Views: 172 - TIPS FOR GROWING PLANTS IN BUCKETS - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2018 from Nancy JulietFive-gallon buckets are much cheaper than pots especially for plants, and they are available at home improvement and hardware stores for less than five dollars. They are great for growing outdoor plants since they are deep and provide plenty of space for developing roots. Try growing plants in ...
Views: 177 - Signs That Your Roof May Need Repair - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2018 from David RicherdYour roof is the first and foremost portion of your home that provides security against the weather elements of mother nature. Maintaining a safe and working roof is a positive way to reduce your overall homeowner expenses. If you the “homeowner”will inspect your roof on a regular basis, you ...
Views: 543(1 vote) - Tips to Look for When Finding a Good Lawn Scheduling Software - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2018 from Kalyna KapurLawn care is relatively easy and quick job, and for a single day, you can have multiple tasks to do that need to be scheduled. To give excellent customer service and efficiently manage the lawn care business, you need a good scheduling software. The software helps you to know when to service a ...
Views: 235(1 vote) - Home Automation - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2018 from Monnaie ArchitectsAre you looking for the best interior decorators in Cochin, then Monnaie Architects & Interiors is here in Kerala with awesome interior design ideas. Check our website for some of our designs. Home automation explains about a system of controllable, networked devices that work with each other ...
Views: 233 - June Tangerine or How to Care for Daylilies - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2018 from Francis RosenfeldThe day lilies came with the house and they were already established when we moved in, so I didn’t pay much attention to their care. It showed. I used to take day lilies for granted because they are so ubiquitous in public and commercial outdoor spaces people see them as care free. That they ...
Views: 233 - Home for sale - Browse Townhouses for sale in GTA - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2018 from Mark JohnAre you wanting to buy new houses or other property homes in GTA? Are you fade up with the huge amount of compensation associated with the buying and selling of buildings? We are below to solve just what you are not liking. At realestatebay.ca we offer you with the listing of residences that are ...
Views: 279 - Growing and Growing: Why You Should Teach Your Kids How to Garden - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2018 from Brooke ChaplanWhether you regularly grow at least a few different fruits and vegetables in your backyard or you have been thinking about starting a small garden soon, it makes sense to get your kids involved in this activity. In addition to getting extra help with the planting process and the ongoing care and ...
Views: 845 - Solar Eclipse - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2018 from Francis RosenfeldLike so many people, I too stared at the sun for a couple of hours, to watch it turn from a ball of fire into a thin crescent of light. We were not in the total eclipse zone and because of that, sunlight shone through the entire time. I could only see the moon’s shadow through special glasses, ...
Views: 320 - Skylighting: A profitable substitute for your current woes - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2018 from Caitlyn BellWe all know, electricity is a must. Oh, how much it annoys us when the wifi is switched off for even a minute, and we can’t access the internet. Or when the lights go off when you’re busy trying to finish your office work and poof! The electricity is gone, and you can’t see anything. I know. It ...
Views: 234 - 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: 258 - Custom Made Furniture v/s Store Bought Furniture - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2018 from Monnaie ArchitectsMonnaie is a reputed interior designing firm who provides the world-class services like interior designing and architectural consulting in Kerala. Most people are often doubtful about the idea of getting custom made furniture for one very good reason: cost. It is often misunderstood that ...
Views: 284 - Beautiful Flowers to Plant in the Shade - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2018 from Francis RosenfeldThe shade border rests at the end of summer, when it gets too warm and too dry for its taste. Since this summer was cool and rainy, the plants maintained the exuberant growth of early spring. The hostas are lush and full, the begonias are in full bloom and the toad lilies have doubled in ...
Views: 249 - PAINT OR WALLPAPER – BETTER OPTION FOR YOUR WALLS. - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2018 from Monnaie ArchitectsMonnaie Architects & Interiors, the best interior designing company in Kerala. We provide affordable interior designing and architectural services all around Kerala. Looking for an option to decorate your walls and are stuck up between to go with wallpapers or paint then , to decide on a wall ...
Views: 226 - Did You Know These Facts About An Above Ground Pool Heater? - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2018 from Mary JamesSwimming being one of the most versatile and beneficial activities finds its spot almost on top of anyone’s list of workouts or exercises. It’s not unwise if you want to continue swimming all the year round or just need to extend the season for a longer period. What on earth could allow you to ...
Views: 320 - Replacement Windows: How to Replace Your Own Windows - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2018 from Mark JohnReplacement windows isn't generally as troublesome as you would figure it may be. It isn't basic that you contract proficient window installers when Replace Windows Etobicoke. It will take a tad of perspiration value, a few directions, general family unit instruments and a smidgen of time and ...
Views: 357 - How Much You Should Know About Belt Sanders & Their Efficiency - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2018 from Nancy LeeSome Practical Thoughts About Belt Sanders With the increasing needs of different sanding jobs, disc sanders are being on sale more popularly than ever. To address the specific demands of DIY and professionals, these machines are available in many styles and mechanisms. Belt disc sanders are ...
Views: 224 - Garden Textures - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2018 from Francis RosenfeldThe difference between planting and landscape design comes from paying attention to seemingly unimportant details and one of them is texture. Its impact is even greater in the shade, where very few plants bloom. A well balanced shade border will have all of the following: Broad leaved ...
Views: 263 - Get Bespoke Luxury Floral Arrangements for Your Events - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2018 from Niti SharmaLuxury Floral Arrangements in Different Classifications: The bunches are set up with blossoms traded from all around the globe collected together by very innovative floral artists and then orchestrated by the expert luxury florists and finally it is sent doorstep of your friends and family by a ...
Views: 304(1 vote) - Interior Decorators in Ernakulam - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2018 from Monnaie ArchitectsMonnaie Architects & Interiors is a famous interior designing and architectural firm in Kerala. Monnaie provides the best interior decorators in Ernakulam who can help you to decorate and bring your dream home into reality. Tips for creating a rustic style in Kerala home interior ...
Views: 247 - How to Attract Bees to Your Garden - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2018 from Francis RosenfeldI love watching bees swarm the stonecrops on nice sunny afternoons. If a garden is thriving, the bees will come to visit, but if you want to entice them further, here are a few pointers. Avoid using insecticides, pesticides or harsh fertilizers. Bees like tiny flowers that make it easier ...
Views: 259 - The Three Years Rule - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2018 from Francis RosenfeldThe peonies would have bloomed by now, the buds have been ready to burst for more than a week, but it is so unseasonably cold, weird May weather! Temperatures in the fifties, I almost have to question the wisdom of moving the basil outside, it looks miserable. Peonies are the object lesson ...
Views: 227 - Gardening can be your Perfect Retirement Hobby - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2018 from Narendra SharmaRetirement would mean lots of time available to try out new hobbies and experiences. While the passion may vary from person to person, there is one hobby that might seem perfect for every senior citizen – Gardening. Apart from improving your health and mood, it can also reduce your grocery ...
Views: 301 - 4 Tips For Buying Used Chainsaws - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2018 from waqas ali aliPurchasing utilized chainsaws can be an overwhelming errand on the off chance that you are a fledgling with next to no involvement in the cutting apparatus advertise. In this article, we'll give you some helpful hints of where to scan for the best purchases or if nothing else give you a few ...
Views: 373 - Electric Lawn Mowers - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2018 from waqas ali aliElectric lawn mowers are significantly more prominent than you may suspect. Electric lawn mowers are extraordinary on the grounds that they are light, effective, and earth inviting. "Does it accompany somebody who will do the cutting?" Not precisely, however that is by all accounts all that ...
Views: 363 - Can You Feng Shui the Outdoors - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2018 from Pat HeydlauffWith summer arriving, a lot of us turn our thoughts to the wonderful outdoors. We enjoy the flowering trees and plants, longer days and the warmth of the sunshine. I often get asked, “can we use Feng Shui energy techniques outside as well as inside?” “Are there specific colors for flowers we ...
Views: 505 - What's an Eggplant Worth? - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2018 from Francis RosenfeldI’ve been growing vegetables in my little garden for over ten years, and one may wonder what is the benefit of waiting four whole months to get an eggplant when there is a whole stand of them at the grocery store all the time, even in the middle of winter. What happens is that every year, ...
Views: 201 - How to Use an Electric Pole Saw - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2018 from Nigel WilliamAn electric pole saw is the best tool to use to cut tree branches. It is long and powerful, yet easy to handle. Here are the basis steps for operating an electric pole saw. It is great for trimming trees especially if you have an orchard. Step 1: Assemble the Electric Pole Saw The first thing ...
Views: 361 - Beautiful Flowers to Grow in the Shade - by Submitted on May 29, 2018 from Francis RosenfeldThe shade border rests at the end of summer, when it gets too warm and too dry for its taste. Since last summer was cool and rainy, the plants maintained the exuberant growth of early spring. The hostas were lush and full, the begonias were in full bloom and the toad lilies doubled in ...
Views: 264 - Sleep Innovations Memory Foam Mattress Review - by Submitted on May 26, 2018 from Sakibul IslamSleep Innovations are leading manufacturers of Memory Foam mattresses. There are multiple numbers of Foam Mattresses available with the Sleep Innovations that comes with great range of features. The top applications of these mattresses are softness and comfort. They are not too soft or too firm ...
Views: 271 - Magic Beans - by Submitted on May 21, 2018 from Francis RosenfeldI plant scarlet runner beans for their flowers - all the beauty of sweet peas with none of the high maintenance. Of course they are not fragrant, but nothing in this life is perfect. If you plant them as a crop, and during favorable years they do produce, don’t pick them green, you are not ...
Views: 256 - Is There Any Benefit of Having A Swimming Pool in Your House? - by Submitted on May 17, 2018 from Kim SmithAre you considering to invest your money to create swimming pool in the backyard? In addition to increasing the value and also beauty of your property, swimming pool can also offer few tangible benefits too. It will be a major source of enjoyment for your whole family. Not only it offers ...
Views: 376 - Herbs for Clay Soils - by Submitted on May 13, 2018 from Francis RosenfeldI know gardening wisdom says that most herbs thrive in poor soils, category that always includes clay for some reason, but in my experience that is not true. Many ‘poor soil’ herbs can’t be bothered to last a whole season in clay, not to mention come back the following year. For instance, ...
Views: 257 - About Growing Tomatoes - by Submitted on May 07, 2018 from Francis RosenfeldThe temperatures heated up, the tomatoes started performing. Tomato plants don’t mind hot weather and will keep their composure even when more heat sensitive vegetables wilt pitifully, but they will not set fruit if the temperatures are above 85 to 90 degrees during the day or 75 at night. ...
Views: 299 - Tips for Successful Herb Gardening - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2018 from Francis RosenfeldHerbs are not demanding plants, but some rules must be followed when growing them in order to ensure their success. There are two kinds of herbs: those that adapted to the wind swept, sunny and dry cliffs of the Mediterranean shores, like rosemary, basil, thyme, sage, lavender, calendula and ...
Views: 274 - Best Way to Purchase Classic Brands Mattress - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2018 from Sakibul IslamThe Classic Brands are one of the reliable suppliers of Mattresses that has great range of options to the users. There is an increasing importance to these beds that gives best comfort and support to the people. The unique features with these beds make people to purchase them at different ...
Views: 377 - Follow these easy steps to make your garden beautiful - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2018 from John RaihanWhen you correctly apply organic gardening techniques, it does a show. It presents the fact that you have cared for your plants and you desire good health for them. However, you can always find new things to learn about and hone your existing ones. The following tips are given to help you do ...
Views: 313 - Robotics invades agriculture - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2018 from Marina PalNew technologies promise to improve production and reduce costs for agriculture. As technologies evolve, prices will become more affordable and the automation of agricultural production will become economically viable. The agricultural industry must continue to adapt, improvise and automate to ...
Views: 350 - Making an Oasis for your Kid in the Backyard - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2018 from Catherine PalmerA backyard is a haven for an entire family. For kids, it provides fun and relaxation in the comfort of their own home. For parents, it’s a way to relax from a busy day and get a peace of mind knowing that their children are home and safe. The typical playground A backyard is not complete ...
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