Gold. People have been digging it since before anyone can truly remember. It has been a precious metal that many love to obtain, but how difficult is it to get your hands on a little bit of gold? You can find it anywhere, even in your backyard! Many people have discovered it in their backyard, […]
Do I Need a Permit to Build a Patio Cover?
Patio covers or pergolas can be both an aesthetically pleasing and practical addition to your backyard, but you may have questions about building or installing one in your home. Are permits required for patio covers? Do I need to obtain a permit to build my patio cover? A permit is required for building patio covers. […]
9 Beautiful Backyard Birds to Look For
Birdwatching is a fun outdoor activity for those looking for some mindfulness when they’re out in nature. The great thing about observing birds is that you don’t have to go out on a long hike to see them. You can even birdwatch from the comfort of your own backyard, especially if you know what to […]
How to Clean Your Patio for Your Backyard
When spring starts knocking on the door, we’re all itching to get back outside and enjoy our backyards, patios included. But when the snow melts and you’re left with a dirty, littered patio, you’re going to want to give it a good cleaning. Cleaning your patio isn’t necessarily as easy as spraying it with the […]
How to Get Rid of Mushrooms in Your Backyard
Having mushrooms in the yard can be a treasure to some people but an eye-sore and stinky disaster to others. Mushrooms can even be a danger to curious little children. Luckily, getting rid of mushrooms is an easy thing to do. If you still notice mushrooms growing back after picking them all the time, then […]
How Much Does Backyard Landscaping Cost?
Landscaping cost is usually the first thing that comes to the mind of many homeowners when thinking about remodeling their yards. With the summer season approaching, this is when many of us spend a lot of our time outdoors and start working on many of our yard projects that were put on hold during the winter […]
The Best Pipe For Wind Chimes
Wind pipes are an easy project to tackle if you are looking to add aesthetics to your yard or home. You can choose from so many materials depending on what you are searching for. But what are the best pipes to use for your do-it-yourself project? There are many types of materials you can use, […]
How to Keep Outdoor Fountain Water Clean
Fountains are the centerpiece of many yards, but they’re often hard to maintain in an outdoor setting. Dirty water can fill them with grime that destroys the overall atmosphere of the piece. On top of that, the internet can be a confusing place when trying to find helpful information to solve this problem. Below, I’ve […]
How to Make A Frog Pond in Your Backyard
During the hot summer season, you might notice yourself swatting swarms of insects away as they take over your backyard. A great solution to control the insect population is to make a frog pond in your backyard. Frogs will keep the bugs from bugging you, and will stay around if they’re well-fed, maintaining the ecosystem. […]
What Is a Pergola Used For and Other Ideas for Them
The outdoors can be a tricky area to design. However, there are plenty of small items you can add to make your exterior a place worthy of gathering. One such structure, simply designed and ready to fit any outdoor needs, is a pergola. A pergola is a pillared structure with a lattice or roof-type top. […]