2,196 articles related to "home improvement"

Concerning Mulch - PART TWO

Copyright © 2005 Tammy ClaytonThe use of shredded wood mulch exists for reasons unknown to many of us. It is true and a good point that the mulch does in fact control erosion in a new planting prior to the roots taking hold of the soil. The wood...

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How to Prune Pear Trees

In this article you will find out how to prune pear trees. Pruning pear trees can be done several ways. The pruning of pear trees, in the early stages, follows the same pattern as that for apples. Basically, the treatment of established bushes, in a...

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Pruning Your Orchid Plants

Pruning Your OrchidThe flowers have all died and when should you cut the stalk back and how far?Pruning an orchid stalk (spike) should cause no harm to the plant. However, some orchids will produce new bloom shoots from the nodes on the old blossom s...

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Is Indoor Air Safe? 4 Simple Steps to Make It Safer

Is Indoor Air Safe? 4 Simple Steps to Make It Safer by: Charles Kassotis It is true that we spend most of our time, almost 80% of it, in indoor spaces. We’re used to worrying about the air outdoors. We complain about pollution, gas emissions a...

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Copper Rain Chain Gives a Unique Look

Copper rain chains are becoming a trendy setup in every household and its popularity is getting undiminished day by day. The gloss and polished look of copper adds a unique artistic vision to any given corner of your garden and outside of home. Not o...

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Getting Started With Western Home Decor

Home is where the heart is. This is a very famous quote. This means that a house is made up of four walls, a ceiling and a floor. But a house is made with warmth and a feeling of belongingness. So if you consider your home as an individual, then only...

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Clearing Branches After A Severe Storm Requires A Pro

Its onset was quick, but it had devastating effects. Not only do you hear reports about downed power lines and catastrophe elsewhere, your own property is a mess. Branches, both large and small, clutter your lawn. You suspect that there might be some...

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How To Safely Remove Ice Dams From Your Home

How To Safely Remove Ice Dams From Your Home by: Henry Bockman This article was written to explain the causes of ice dams and how to remove them safely. For more information or pictures of the processes see ice dam removals. The art of ice dam r...

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Lawns, Gophers & Moles

Lawns, Gophers & MolesThomas OgrenA few gophers can tear up a nice lawn in short order. Even if you’re a complete animal lover, you won’t want the gophers in your yard. After they destroy your lawn they’ll start eating the roots and killing you...

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Removing your old wood double hung windows

Last week i told you how to measure your wood window openings to properly order your new vinyl replacementwindows. This week i'm going to explain how to remove your old windows. The vast majority of wood sash double hung windows inAmerica have ...

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