Living in an area with particularly harsh winters, I’m familiar with the struggle of dealing with snow and ice. They’re often in extremely inconvenient places and it’s up you to figure out creative ways to get rid of it. Sure, you may try to ignore it and simply brute force your way to the mailbox, …
I don’t need to tell you that gas generators are useful. In fact, they can be life-saving! But they can also be very large. Not all of us are blessed with ample storage room. Some of us had ample storage room, but 3 kids later and we’ve somehow ran out. Because of this, some folks …
It’s never too early to start thinking about your fall maintenance. In fact, at my household, we have a running calendar with all of our upcoming chores. This helps ensure that nothing falls through the cracks. Being a captain, I run a tight ship and can’t afford to have any leaks. With that being said, …
Well, spring has arrived. And as you can tell by the above picture, I may have bought a bit too much topsoil (there were some raised beds not pictured, but it was still too much!). I know I can’t be the only person to have made this mistake. I knew one thing for sure, though. …
Smokeless fire pits? That doesn’t make any sense — can you even have fire without smoke? It sounds too good to be true, doesn’t it? To be honest, you’re right: the term “smokeless fire pits” isn’t entirely accurate. Yes, smokeless fire pits generate smoke. So why call them smokeless? Well, manufacturers engineer the fire pit’s …
While everyone knows that I absolutely love rain barrels, I completely understand that they’re not for everyone. Bright blue plastic only goes with so many different color schemes and I don’t blame anyone for wanting to put something like that out of sight. However, all is not lost! You can easily hide your rain barrel …
Rain barrels are great, but blue plastic is a bit boring. Understandably, some folks are turned away from installing them because the barrels can stick out like a sore thumb in their outdoor space. However, all hope is not lost. There are many different ways to decorate your rain barrels to make them fit your …
With droughts becoming ever more common, making the most of a good rainfall can be important. Not only are rain barrels a great way to take advantage of mother nature’s bounty, but they’re also a perfect fixture to any yard. If you haven’t taken the plunge yet, I recommend you do so! However, before you …
Whether you live in a rain-heavy region (such as the Pacific Northwest or Great Britain) or an area with a lot of moisture in the soil, excess lawn water is no laughing matter. While water is the building block of all life, too much can drown your foliage and leave you with a serious threat …
Wind is often the nuisance of many patio setups. While a cool breeze feels fantastic on a hot day, mother nature sure does take it a bit too far sometimes. If you live in a wind-prone area, you know exactly what I’m talking about. For the rest of you, simply put in a copy of …