Acacia wood is a powerhouse in the furniture world. This wood is durable, beautiful, and will truly last a lifetime. I’ve covered this before — acacia wood makes fantastic outdoor furniture! However, everything has pros and cons. In this article, I’ll share some disadvantages of using acacia wood for furniture. The disadvantages of using acacia …
Year after year, we all look forward to changing seasons that bring with it cooler weather and crisp air. As the trees begin their transition from all shades of green to deep reds and oranges, we bring out our fall decor. Fall is a season that many look forward to, yet everyone dreads one fall …
It is spring, and it is time to breathe some life into your wood deck. Like every savvy homeowner, you have a deck sealer supply in storage to ensure regular deck maintenance; after all, it is economical to purchase deck sealer in bulk than it is to buy it in multiple small tins. That said, …
I’ve received quite a few questions over the past year from folks asking if they should seal their patio pavers. Either they’re building a new patio from scratch, or just bought a house with an unsealed patio. Either way, they wonder if it’s worth the effort to go ahead and seal the bricks. The benefits …
Lava rock usage in landscaping has seen an explosion in popularity in recent years. Aside from the simple fact that having volcanic rocks in your yard is just plain cool, many benefits come with using them. They blend in naturally with many types of landscaping, while providing mostly the same benefits as mulch. They won’t …
Your home’s outdoor space is a crucial area to entertain friends and family — and make memories that will last years to come. Unfortunately, when spending time outdoors you may run into unwanted guests such as insects and spiders. Luckily, there are numerous ways to repel spiders from your outdoor space to keep it in …
One of the best things about having a balcony is being able to enjoy the fresh air even if you live in an apartment. Unfortunately, you may find yourself not using your outdoor space very much if the wind proves to be a nuisance! Sure, a light breeze can provide relief on a warm day, …
Rain barrels are great to have on hand, however, they can easily start to smell bad. If you have a rain barrel, you know exactly what musty smell I am talking about. Luckily, you found the perfect guide to stop that from happening! There are a few different ways to prevent rain barrel odor — …
With autumn here and an army of fire pits being deployed nationwide, I thought I’d take a moment to make sure folks have the information they need to store their firewood properly. This is very important — wood can ruin in as little as one season, leaving you with a pile of rotten, smoke-inducing, and …
One of the biggest annoyances in summertime is all of the flying insects. Flies, gnats, mosquitos, and wasps can all be annoying to humans, but at least we can swat them away with our hands. Unfortunately, with their paws dogs aren’t so lucky. Sure, their tails can protect them a bit, but that just isn’t …