Outdoor garbage cans are a pesky sight, especially if you work hard to keep a tidy aesthetic for your house and yard. Fortunately, there are ways to hide your garbage cans and maintain a neat and visually appealing property. While some methods require as little as putting up a trellis, other, more elaborate options incorporate […]
DIY & Projects
How to Hide Outside Cable Wires (Step by Step)
Cables get messy quickly, and even if they run in straight, neat lines, they can still be an eyesore. Cable wires in the outdoors can be an even trickier challenge than in the house, as they are more susceptible to wear and tear, and there are fewer clever places to hide them. Luckily there are […]
How to Hide Pipes on Outside Walls
Are you looking for an easy way to hide pipes on your outside walls? We recently repiped our house. Since we have a concrete house, the in order to repipe, the plumbers ran the pipes outside the walls. And it doesn’t look great. Fortunately, there are clever ways to hide them. There are many ways […]
Is It Better to Stain or Paint Pressure Treated Wood?
Pressure-treated lumber has been a godsend for exterior projects by extending the life of wood beyond its natural lifespan in harsh outdoor conditions. But that same process that gives wood its preserving properties can wreak havoc on stain or paint jobs when done improperly. This raises the question of which material is better to use […]
How to Mount Speakers to Vinyl Siding
If you’d like to spice up your outdoor living with some music, outdoor speakers may be just the thing you need. Still, you may wonder how exactly you go about mounting speakers to vinyl siding without causing any damage or having it turn into an eyesore. To mount speakers to vinyl siding, you’ll need the […]
Can You Pour Concrete Over Grass?
If you are a homeowner who has done any kind of renovations outside of your home, you know how time-consuming and difficult it can be. Most of us look for ways to cut corners and cut down on time, so we can get the project done quicker, such as pouring concrete over the grass for […]
Can You Use a Leaf Blower to Clean Dryer Vent?
If you want to use your dryer for many years, you need to keep it well-maintained. A crucial part of dyer maintenance is regular and effective dryer vent cleaning. If you’ve noticed that your dryer is working less effectively lately, leaving your clothes wet after one dryer cycle, you likely need to clean your dryer […]
How do You Attach a Security Camera to Vinyl Siding?
When it comes to your home, it should be an area of peace that you can feel safe in. If you are feeling unsafe in your home or if you hope to increase your overall safety, a security camera is a great option. Luckily, there are countless security companies available today that offer security cameras […]
How to Make a Raised Garden for Your Backyard (Step by Step)
Looking for an easy way to set up a small garden in your backyard? If done right, you should have veggies ready in two to three months. A raised bed garden allows you to add nutrients to your soil easier, control weeds and bring the height up to a more comfortable level to pick your […]
How to Make a Board and Batten Exterior Barn Door (Step by Step)
Are you looking for how to make a board and batten exterior barn door? A board and batten style is a specific type of barn door and has become synonymous with barn doors. In this article we’ll show you step by step how you can make your own board and batten exterior barn door. Tools […]