If you’re planning to build a fire pit on your wooden deck, you may be wondering whether it’s even possible. After all, the temperatures of a fire pit can rival those of a bonfire, and any reasonable person would realize that those temperatures and a wood deck probably don’t mix. It is possible to put […]
How To Reduce Fire Pit Smoke (The Right Way)
Imagine this: you’re sitting around the fire with your friends having a great time. The wind unexpectedly changes direction, and you get a face full of smoke complete with a sharp, burning sensation in your eyes and throat. If this sounds all too familiar, thankfully, there are a couple of easy steps you can take […]
24+ Outdoor Rug Ideas to Bring Your Whole Design Together
Are you looking for that perfect outdoor rug that will complete your outdoor look? I used to think that rugs weren’t really necessary outside. Until. We found one that works perfectly on our deck and I love it. In this article, we’ll look at some amazing outdoor rug ideas that can work for any large […]
How to Build a Small Deck for Grill
Do you want to build a small deck for your grill? Once you get your gill, you’ll want a special place to put it so you have enough room to grill. You also don’t want the smoke to interrupt your guests. In this article, you’ll learn how to build a small deck for your grill […]
How to Make a Raised Garden for Your Backyard (Step by Step)
Looking for an easy way to set up a garden in your backyard? If done right, you’ll have delicious fruits and veggies ready in two to three months. In this article, you’ll learn how to build a raised garden bed and we’ll walk you through step by step so you can get it up and […]
What to Feed Chickens in Your Backyard
A lot of times people when they go to first get their chicks, they wonder, Well, what do you even feed them? In this article, I’ll walk you through what to feed chickens in your backyard. Now a little background, we actually have a chicken…sort of, she has kept coming to our yard for about […]
10 Horizontal Fence Ideas With Tons of Style
Are you looking for horizontal fence ideas for your backyard? Horizontal fences are our favorite type of fencing right now. Between our homes and helping friends with their fencing, we’ve built 3 or 4 horizontal fences in the last few years. In this article, we’ll show you some great looking horizontal fence ideas that you […]
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 […]
How to Redeck A Trailer
Do you need to redeck your trailer before you next job? Utility trailers are so versatile for so many tasks. Hauling a golf cart, lawn equipment, lumber, laying mulch in your backyard, demolition materials, you name it. After a while your trailer decking will start to look pretty bad and you’ll need to replace the […]
10 Breathtaking Living Fence Ideas
Are you looking for living fencing ideas? Maybe the thought of a natural fence is more appealing than the stodgy wood or metal structures. We’ve really been into writing about fences. When we were driving home today, we saw a living fence and just loved it. In this article, we’ll share the top 10 living […]