Retractable screens let your home breathe in the outdoors — but not the bugs. Imagine a screen door that disappears when you don’t need it. One that protects you from bugs without downgrading your home’s appearance. Well, you no longer need to imagine; it exists. A retractable screen door blurs the line between indoors and outdoors, … Read more
The Defiant Wi-Fi and Bluetooth-enabled outdoor smart plug gives you the same wireless control you have with indoor smart devices. A smart Wi-Fi plug can make any outdoor device a smart device. Now more than ever, people want to boost their backyard life. A true backyard paradise includes features that allow you to entertain and … Read more
This week we’re helping a blended family expand their patio to better meet their needs. Eric and Corrina love spending time outdoors with their children, but their patio space just wasn’t enough to make their family feel together during “get-togethers” Their grill is separated from the main seating area, and Corrina’s container plants make the … Read more
A plant shelf is great for displaying potted flowers and herbs. Potted plants can quickly clutter up your patio or deck space. Building shelves for them not only frees up valuable floor space but also perfectly displays your plants for all to see. Adding a shelf to a home with wood siding is easy to … Read more
Seed starting kits are available for purchase, but why not make starting your summer vegetable garden a fun family activity? Starting seeds indoors is less expensive than buying mature plants. Plus, you can grow as many varieties as you’d like. It also gives you maximum control over growing conditions and planting time. Ice cream cones … Read more
Seed starting kits are available for purchase, but why not make starting your summer vegetable garden a fun family activity? Starting seeds indoors is less expensive than buying mature plants. Plus, you can grow as many varieties as you’d like. It also gives you maximum control over growing conditions and planting time. Ice cream cones … Read more
In this week’s radio show, we’re talking about painting galvanized metal trim, waterproofing a low-level concrete garage and the right way to dust and vacuum. This metal trim is most likely made from galvanized metal that wasn’t properly prepped for painting. (Photo by Todd Jacquin) Todd Jacquin, from Elizabeth City, N.C., has paint peeling on … Read more
Lawn plug aerators are a great way to give your yard some breathing room, but they damage sprinkler heads. (stock.adobe.com) A lawn plug aerator is an efficient tool to keep your lawn healthy and looking great. But before you start poking holes to give your grass some breathing room, it’s important to protect your sprinklers. … Read more
Lawn plug aerators are a great way to give your yard some breathing room, but they damage sprinkler heads. (stock.adobe.com) Lawn plug aerators are a great tool to get your yard looking its best. But before you start giving your lawn some breathing room, make sure your sprinklers won’t get damaged. A lawn plug aerator … Read more
If you’ve ever used an impact driver, you know how much it can speed up any project that needs many screws. The ATOMIC 20-Volt MAX Cordless Brushless Compact 1/4 in. Impact Driver by Dewalt is perfect for framing, decking, cabinetry, electrical work, drywall installation and plumbing or mechanical work. This compact impact driver’s tool head … Read more