Are Ice Melting Products Environmentally Friendly?
Until recent years, common rock salt or sodium chloride was the standard deicing product used commercially and by homeowners for melting snow and ice.
Since it consists of one of the most abundant natural chemicals on earth, it is an inexpensive deicer, but untreated it has significant drawbacks.
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4 Reasons to Plan Your Landscape Project Early
When planning a summer landscaping project it's important to think ahead. While the winter, with the snow, cold and frozen soil may feel like an odd time to start planning a summer project it is one the best times to start doing so.
By starting your project in advance you help assure its success. Here are four reasons why you should start early on your summer landscaping project.
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3 Ways to Use Landscape, Hardscape and Garden Fabric
For seasoned landscapers and new homeowners alike, you may have some questions about landscape fabric. Also known as garden fabric and hardscape fabric, these materials can be used to protect and advance your landscape in a number of ways.
Let’s take a closer look in this article.
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4 Tips For Spending More Enjoyable Time at Home
Like many other Canadians, chances are you might be spending more time at home than before. Staying home is one of the best ways to keep our families, friends and communities safe.
To make the most of your time spent at home and in your backyard, we have compiled a list of different things that you can do to stay busy, productive and healthy.
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6 Natural Ways to Get Rid of Weeds
Who says you need to resort to chemical herbicides to rid your gardens or lawn of weeds? While it may be tempting to buy chemical remedies to deal with a weed problem, there are a variety of safe and effective ways to get rid of these persistent pests.
Here are some of the best and safest options for keeping your backyard landscape weed-free.
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Should I Install Artificial Turf Grass? Pros & Cons
There’s a lot to be said for having a beautiful, green lawn and barely lifting a figure to keep it that way. Artificial grass has grown in popularity over the last several years as more homeowners tire of performing lawn maintenance spring through fall.
The question is, is artificial turf grass right for you? This post examines the ins and outs and pros and cons so you can answer that question for yourself.
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Spend More Time in Your Backyard This Fall
As the days grow shorter and the leaves begin to change colour, we know that fall is well on the way. While the temperature may be a little lower than in the summer time and the sun sets earlier and earlier as we move forward another Canadian winter, that doesn’t go to say that you can’t still spend time enjoying your backyard living space. With the right backyard landscape, upgrades and outdoor features, you can transform your backyard into the perfect environment to spend time outside during the fall season.
Let’s take a look at some of the best ideas for your backyard this fall and explore the many ways that you can spend time in it.
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Preparing Your Lawn for Next Spring
It’s never too early to start thinking about your landscaping for next year. In the fall, there are many things that you can do to help prepare your lawn for the next spring. In a few simple steps, you can help your lawn survive the cold Canadian winter and grow again in the springtime, as lush, healthy and green as ever.
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How to Install Patio Stones
With a few features and improvements, you can completely transform your backyard living space and landscape. One addition that no backyard space is complete without, is a patio area. If you are particularly handy, have some free time, would like to learn a new skill, or simply enjoy the feeling of pride after a job well done, you may want to consider installing your patio stones yourself.
In this article, we cover everything you need to know about installing your own patio stones. Read on for more information about the tools and materials you will need and the steps to installing patio stones.
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Healthy Backyard BBQ Recipes You Need to Try This Summer
It’s time to take your outdoor cooking and dining up a notch! Whether you have a Big Green Egg or a top-of-the-line outdoor kitchen, you’re bound to want to try new recipes from time to time. We have gathered a variety of simple and healthy recipes that can be created with the help of your outdoor BBQ or smoker. From burgers and ribs, to options for vegetarians and more, take a look at these healthy backyard BBQ recipes that you need to try this summer.
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