National Curb Appeal Month in August is the perfect time to discover the strong value of replacing an older, worn-out garage door. A new garage door can substantially increase the curb appeal of a home, while also being a solid investment. According to the 2021 Cost Versus Value Study, coordinated by Remodeling magazine, a garage door replacement project is … Read more
Looking for a way to increase the value of your home? Whether you want to enhance your home’s beauty for your long-term enjoyment or boost the value of your home to put it on the market, it’s important to keep curb appeal top of mind. That’s because first impressions count. Indeed, curb appeal accounts for … Read more
Bill Taylor’s garage has never looked better. He transformed the floor into an automobile showroom with Terrazzo™ stone coating. “My expectation for this product included a professional look after completion, a slip-resistant finish, and long-lasting beauty,” says Taylor, a Kentucky resident. “So far my expectations have been met.” Terrazzo: Up to the Test While Taylor just … Read more
Terrazzo™, a decorative granite resurfacer product from Daich Coatings, has won a 2021 Pro Tool Innovation Award in the category of “Paints, Primers and Coatings.” A diverse panel of judges made up of contractors, construction business owners, tradesmen, and media professionals came together to vote on the most innovative construction and outdoor power equipment industry … Read more
Gutters and downspouts have an important job, directing rain water from the roof to the ground, so it never touches your home. This prevents damage to the siding, basement flooding, and soil erosion near the foundation — and the costly repairs for those issues. However, gutters catch more than rain water; they also collect leaves and … Read more
Building an outdoor TV cabinet isn’t hard at all. And the result is more than worth the effort. Best of all, you’ll be able to watch the game — or anything else — while dining or lounging on your deck or patio. Materials Half-inch treated plywood Pressure-treated 2-by-6s Coated deck screws TV mount and hardware … Read more
Patio seating comes in many materials and price ranges — which can be good and bad. For instance, ready-to-assemble outdoor furniture may be functional, but it also looks off-the-rack. And like everybody else’s outdoor furniture. Whether you entertain a lot or just want a backyard paradise to personally enjoy, creating a set of paver chairs … Read more
Having enough seating for your outdoor entertaining space is essential to ensure your guests are comfortable. These chairs made from RumbleStone blocks make a great addition to any patio, particularly those made of pavers. To create your own paver patio chair, first take small, medium, and large RumbleStone blocks and lay them out in a … Read more
If your outdoor space needs a countertop, look no further than concrete mix to make one that’s stylish and will stand the test of time. Concrete is durable and easy to clean, which makes it the perfect building material for a countertop, especially one that you will use outdoors. So, whether you need a prep … Read more
Who doesn’t love to be outside? Unfortunately, however, pesky mosquitos can make you retreat indoors. Luckily, Thermacell has a new product so you can enjoy the outdoors more. When trying to keep mosquitos away, most of us resort to bug spray or even scented outdoor candles made to drive bugs away. However, you may find … Read more