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The warm weather is here – Let’s make the most of it!
We asked the big questions – and got even better answers. From backyard upgrades to weekend DIY wins, our experts are sharing the tips, tricks, and must knows to help you make the most of your home and leisure time.
Soak up the sunshine, get inspired, and make this your best season yet!
Read the latest Q&A’s below!
A few things will kickstart the process!
First, ask why am I doing this project? Is it for entertaining? to widen a walkway? for privacy?
Next, visualize the finished project. Sketch the idea, just a basic picture to get the ball rolling.
Then, determine a budget. Have a number in mind before you contact a landscaper and get 2 or 3 estimates from different companies.
Do these things for your dream outdoor space!
For the most part, the answer is no!
When you plant in containers, a well-drained, aerated soil is desirable. Good air exchange is also vital. Topsoil from the ground doesn’t normally offer these things.
If you want beautiful plants, look for a premium type of container or potting mix. Along with fertilizer, to create a healthy environment for the roots.
With good roots and good maintenance practices, the results should be pleasing to the eye!
The Husqvarna automower will cost roughly $100 per season, while a lawn tractor could cost you up to $200 or more.
The automower requires regular maintenance during the mowing season, just like any lawn mower. Blades will need to be replaced every 2 months. This ensures a clean cut. Not only does a sharp blade help your lawn look its best, but it’s also good for the health of your grass.
Have a lawn that looks like a million without big maintenance costs!
When vegetable gardening, always cultivate the soil well before planting or seeding.
Adding hen manure will give the soil lots of calcium as well as eliminate black blossom and rot.
Try to keep young pepper seedlings warm until soil temperatures are above 18 degrees.
Another tip – place cardboard toilet paper tubes around bean and pea seedlings to prevent cutworms from destroying the plants.
Here’s to an abundant harvest!
Absolutely! The high cost of patio furniture is tied to its durability, like power coatings and stainless-steel hardware that won’t rust. Furniture with recycled plastic has UV inhibitors to resist sun fading.
The high cost is tied to quality, like the thickness of the cushions.
Style is part of the price too. Customize the frame and cushion colours to match your space.
Invest in patio furniture that will offer style and comfort for years to come!
It’s like picking the perfect dress… it’s all about your taste, needs, and budget!
Consider your cooking habits, how you entertain, and how much maintenance you’re willing to do. For heat-resistant durability, granite’s a great choice. Love the uniqueness of natural stone? Marble, quartzite, and soapstone are beautiful. There are also newer options like Neolith and coverlam porcelain.
Find the countertop that fits your lifestyle!