Category : Landscaping & Garden & Landscape : Home & Garden

Building a Patio Made Easy

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Building a simple patio can transform a boring backyard into a relaxing outdoor space. A patio can be a visually enhancing feature that allows homeowners the versatility to either entertain guests or simply enjoy a quiet evening outdoors. Installing a patio is a relatively simple task for the averag

How to Remove Lawnmower Blades

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An important part of lawnmower maintenance and care is sharpening or replacing the blades at least once a season. A dull blade will cause your lawnmower to work harder and increase your fuel consumption. Removing the lawnmower blades in order to sharpen or replace them is not difficult with the righ

How to Restore Lawn Mowers

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Old lawn mowers may look and act worn out. But, unless there is major damage or an engine that is truly blown, then you still have a usable piece of equipment. Restoring an old lawn mower involves careful planning and attention to detail. Taking the lawn mower apart and cleaning it may seem like the

How to Start a Fire in a Fire Pit

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Whether your fire pit is a means of cooking outdoors or simply provides diversion, many people enjoy passing an evening sitting around a crackling fire in a fire pit. Keep safety precautions a priority as you build your fire to avoid unnecessary and potentially serious injuries. The process of start

How to Calculate Beam Span

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The span of a beam is the distance over which the beam bears its load. Beam span depends on the size of the beam, the weight of the load and the species of tree from which the beam was cut. These factors are related according to a simple formula, which is valid as long as the load is distributed fai