How to Design a Covered Patio

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No matter what time of year it is, a practical and aesthetically appealing covered patio will be in use all year long, raising the market value of your home. Moreover, covered patios provide a pleasant space for your home by extending your living area. Is a Covered Patio Different from a Pergola? A covered patio, unlike pergolas, is created with …

Does Hardscaping Add Value to Your Home?

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A beautiful backyard can add to the enjoyment of your home, right? There is nothing wrong with wanting an appealing backyard to beautify your home. Hardscaping designs are functional for your family and financially valuable. If you’re going to enhance your outdoor living space, hardscaping is one of the great options. Hardscaping are things like fences, decks, patios, outdoor kitchens, …

How to Program Sprinkler System

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Few things are more impressive and help maintain the value of your property like growing a lush green lawn. Automated sprinkler systems ensure impressive landscaping for the right reasons. However, incorrect sprinkler programming risks damaging the lawn and obstructs healthy grass growth.   If you are wondering how to program your sprinkler to ensure a lush green and carpeted lawn, keep …

How to Create Outdoor Living Space: Top 4 Ways!

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When it comes to outdoor living, creative and well-designed backyard elements can help take your outdoor space from 0 to 100. From patio covers and pergolas to fire features and outdoor kitchens, outdoor living is all the rage among homeowners. Before you break ground on your new outdoor living space, consider these 4 popular backyard features.  How to Create Outdoor …

Fall Fire Features

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One of the most popular hardscaping features you can add to an outdoor living space is the element of fire. Fire pits and outdoor fireplaces are becoming more and more popular with homeowners, and for good reasons. They offer great entertainment options for your entire family and can be a beautiful focal point for your patio or backyard. There is no …

Brighten Up Your Outdoor Living Space

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The look and feel of your outdoor living space can make or break the quality and atmosphere of your home’s overall design. But it’s a lot easier to create outdoor space others will be envious of than it may seem. All it takes is some planning and creative design for your outdoor living dreams to become reality. Whether it’s a …

Warm Up On Cool Nights with a Fire Pit or Fireplace

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Fire pits and outdoor fireplaces are becoming more and more popular. They add visual interest to your landscaping and can make your yard feel more complete. They also provide a focal point around which you can gather with friends and family. And, most important, they can extend your outdoor entertaining season. There is no reason to end outdoor entertaining just …

How to Enjoy Outdoor Living This Winter

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The cooler fall temperatures are rolling in, making it the perfect time of year to spruce up your outdoor space and create an environment that you can enjoy year-round. One wonderful feature of having a landscaped yard is that it provides a means for extending your living and entertainment space. Whether you enjoy hosting large parties or prefer intimate outdoor …

Outdoor Living Projects With a Big ROI

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Home design and decorating no longer focus solely on the interior. A movement toward reclaiming outdoor spaces has made patios, gardens, and outdoor living spaces more integrated parts of the home than ever before. With outdoor spaces becoming more and more popular, outdoor living projects are becoming more and more necessary. Here are a few tips for improving the exterior …