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Select the Right Lumber
Construction How-To, Decks, Decks, Fences, Gardening, Landscaping, Lumber and Composite, Outdoor Living, Outdoors, Porches and Gazebos
Above Ground or Ground Contact? That is the Big Question Chances are, if you step into just about any backyard in any part of the country, you will find something made with preserved wood. You are likely to see a deck, a raised bed garden, a picnic table, or a children’s playset – all probably built with preserved wood. These […]
Build A Gas Fire Pit In 10 Steps
Landscaping, Landscaping, Outdoor Living
A fire pit is a great way to enjoy time outside. This easy DIY project is great for all skill levels and customizable to your own backyard or patio. It can be built in grass, on concrete, or patio pavers. Gather around a warm and cozy fire with family and friends to create memories that will last a lifetime. Time: […]
John Marshall Named President & CEO of Earthway Products
Gardening, Home Improvement Industry News and Updates, Landscaping, Landscaping, Lawn and Garden, News and Updates
BRISTOL, Indiana, U.S.A. — John Marshall has been named President & CEO for Earthway Products Incorporated. Mr. Marshall comes to Earthway with experience in operations, product development, strategic business development, sales and customer support from the agriculture, control systems, and commercial vehicle industries. He has most recently held senior level positions in the areas of sales, marketing, operations, engineering, and […]
Stones & Pavers for Outdoor Projects
Construction How-To, Gardening, Landscaping, Landscaping, Outdoor Living
A Natural Look for your Backyard Retreat By Mark Clement The look of stone is just as natural as grass and trees, making stone building materials a favorite choice for outdoor construction projects. Stone is durable, weatherproof and complements the outside environment when converting your backyard to an entertainment area. Companies such as Keystone Hardscapes, Pavestone and Oldcastle offer stones […]
Creative Metalwork to Decorate your Yard
Construction How-To, Landscaping, Landscaping, Outdoor Living, Outdoors, Patios
By Blair Weilnau Building your own backyard oasis is simple with a plasma cutter and welding machine. With these machines, you can fix your broken metal gate, build a trellis for your garden or create customized backyard art. Intricate furniture and one-of-a-kind sculptures can be easily designed, welded and pieced together to create unique outdoor living spaces. With a plasma […]
One Fence to Rule Them All
Construction How-To, Fencing, Landscaping
By Mark Clement Every so often I run across a project I love so much that while I’m building it, I find myself saying: If there was one project I’d like to do over and over, it’d be this one. This happens to me with decks and playsets, because people use them, and I’m literally building fun. It’s not usually […]
Your Lawn Questions Answered
DIY Questions and Answer, Landscaping, Landscaping, Landscaping, Lawn and Garden, Outdoor Living
Over the past 15 years, Extreme How-To has been asked for a lot of lawn-care advice. In this article we’ve compiled our most frequently asked questions, along with answers from lawn-care experts, to give you a grab-and-go primer for preparing your lawn for the green season. When should I begin feeding my lawn for spring? Winter is like a long […]
Build a Circular Raised Garden Bed
Construction How-To, Landscaping, Landscaping, Outdoor Living
By Mark Clement Inspired by Stonehenge, I call this project Plant-henge. I love projects that combine carpentry and landscaping; cool layout, dirt, big changes and my chainsaw. I get to use mac-daddy tools and make a year-round impact on my landscape. Part of my design goal here was creating visual texture while filling […]
Pro Tips for Landscape Edging
Gardening, Landscaping, Landscaping, Lawn and Garden, Outdoor Living
A home’s landscaping should have clean lawn lines with sharp borders and have well defined bed areas and walkways. Landscape edging adds crisp, clean lines that define the spaces and makes the difference between a good landscape and a great one. A great choice for homeowners is aluminum edging, and an easy installation […]
Create an Environmentally Friendly Backyard
Construction How-To, Decks, Gardening, Landscaping, Landscaping, Outdoor Living, Porches and Gazebos
Using natural materials and local resources can help you help the environment. By Charlie Jourdain Homeowners today pour a lot of energy and study into ways they can make their homes more environmentally friendly. Yet when it comes to maximizing the features that make the most of their environmental opportunities, many forget […]
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