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9 Easy Ways to Repel Ants From Outside Your Home

It doesn’t matter what type of ants are around your home, you simply want them gone. Whether the ants are inside or building mounds in the yard, you’re probably searching for ways to repel them. Well, you’re in luck. You can get rid of ants permanently using either natural or chemical methods, and I’m going …

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Sunroom vs. Screened Porch Showdown

Sunrooms and enclosed porches both add fantastic ambiance and utility to any house. They both offer a relatively inexpensive way to enjoy the feeling of being “outside” into the winter months. In fact, they’re extremely alike! But what are the differences between sunrooms and enclosed porches? If you were to build a new addition to …

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The Best Material For Fire Pit Spark Screens

Fire pit spark screens really are the unsung heroes of outdoor accessories. If you have pets or children, or live in an area where wildfires are common, their usefulness cannot be overstated. Even if you don’t have pets or children, they still keep those popping, burning embers inside the fire pit and out of the …

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How to Easily Troubleshoot a Malfunctioning Propane Torch

Propane torches are typically used to weld metal objects together. Plumbers and other craftsmen use them frequently as portable tools that are convenient to bring along. I find myself reaching for them often when getting rid of pesky weeds or even cooking something! However, the torch’s convenience reduces substantially when it stops working as it …

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How to Humanely Repel Lizards From Your Outdoor Space

In some areas of the world, lizards are wild desert animals or a part of rainforest wildlife. However, many of us know what it is like to spot these creatures crawling around in our outdoor spaces, perhaps right on your own patio. Since you’re here, I’m guessing this describes you! So, what can you do …

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Get Rid Of Slugs And Snails With Coffee Grounds

If you are passionate about gardening, you probably spend a good amount of time watching over your plants. Whether you grow flowers, herbs, vegetables, fruit, or some combination of them all, gardening takes a great deal of time, attention, and special care. This care is why most home gardeners, or regular homeowners that simply want …

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How to Keep Rain from Blowing in on Your Outdoor Area

A covered patio, porch, balcony or gazebo is an excellent value addition to any home or commercial establishment. It gives a breather from the confines of the indoors and becomes a cocoon to unwind after a long day. It’s also the perfect place to relax with your favorite book and a hot cup of tea. …

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The Differences Between Gasoline, Diesel, and Kerosene

Gasoline, kerosene, and diesel are essential fuels used for drastically different purposes. I’ve personally used all three to various degrees around the patio (as I’m sure you have as well), each for their own unique task. Most of us know that you can’t use gasoline in diesel engines, kerosene in gasoline engines, etc. However, fewer …

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An Enthusiast’s Guide to Copper Fire Pits

Of all the different types of fire pits in this world, those made of copper hold a special place in my heart. The radiance, the color, and the warmth simply emanate from copper fire pits. They can single-handedly lift someone’s outdoor space to the next level. So of course, I had to learn more about …

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