The Grass Could be Greener

You probably never thought that your garden could be greener, without adding more water. But these days everyone’s talking about eco-friendly ideas, and yes, your home garden can be part of the solution. The most obvious eco-element is trees, of course. Not only do trees add shade and remove carbon dioxide from the air while producing oxygen, they also help prevent soil erosion.

The Grass Could be Greener : 1:54 (474 words)

Moving Your Outdoors to Your Indoors.

With the idea of more ‘outdoor living’ coming into vogue, many of us are planning to change our interiors so that they can include the outside more easily. Often fads in home design are ignored by many because they are just that: fads. However, the outdoor living idea is being adopted by the majority, perhaps because it is something many of us were already doing.

Moving Your Outdoors to Your Indoors. : 3:04 (765 words)

Container Gardening Extravaganza Part 2.

In trying to make our homes look more tempting for re-sale in this period of scant flowers, the idea of container gardening has been explored. In Container Gardening Extravaganza Part 1, the type of pot and the grouping of pots have been dealt with. The grouping is very important and assuming that you have followed the Master Plan, the suggestions for planting will follow that formula.

Container Gardening Extravaganza Part 2. : 3:29 (870 words)

Container Gardening Extravaganza, Part 1

Well, there is a big story about house sales increasing - only it is not really news because it always happens at this time of the year. However, it does remind all home owners that if you want to sell your home now is the best time to do it.

Container Gardening Extravaganza, Part 1 : 4:05 (1022 words)

The Perfect Lawn

Imagine the perfect lawn. One that never has to be mowed, watered, fertilized or weeded. No you’re not dreaming. Ask anyone with an artificial lawn, and they’ll tell you it is very much a reality. These simulated lawns feel and look like grass and always look green, but without the work. It doesn’t matter if your lawn is subjected to heavy traffic, shade, or pets, it always looks great.

The Perfect Lawn : 1:42 (425 words)

Websites for Do-It-Yourself Gardeners

Some of the best gardening and landscaping advice is available write at your fingertips - on the web. Dozens of sites boast free plans, plant encyclopedias, gardening tips and articles discussing everything from Chic Chinese Pavilions to creating a French-Country Backyard. I’ve attempted to wade through this maze of information and have provided a short list of the top four I found most helpful.

Websites for Do-It-Yourself Gardeners : 2:02 (507 words)

Your Own Japanese Garden: Part 2

The addition of a Japanese garden to your front yard may enhance the salability of your home. An intriguing front yard of any type adds ambiance to a property. If a prospective buyer is drawn to your yard, perhaps he may be intrigued enough to view your home.

Your Own Japanese Garden: Part 2 : 4:04 (1016 words)

Your Own Japanese Garden: Part 1

Ever walked past someone’s garden and been so enraptured by the front yard that you hardly registered what the house looked like? In these days of the difficult-to-shift property market, that is the kind of garden you want.

Your Own Japanese Garden: Part 1 : 3:59 (996 words)

Build Your Own Outdoor Shower

It’s common for beach front homes to come equipped with outdoor showers. They’re extremely handy for a quick rinse of salt and sand before entering the house. Maybe you have a scenic property and simply want to enjoy a garden shower al fresco. If you’ve ever thought of adding an outdoor shower to your home, it can be a fun project. Here are some tips to keep in mind before you begin.

Build Your Own Outdoor Shower : 1:43 (428 words)

Cleaning Your Home’s Exterior

Whatever your homes exterior is finished with, paint, vinyl, brick, stucco or anything else, chances are that it will need a little lift sometime in it’s life. Short of completely re-doing it, there are a few options for cleaning and brightening up your home’s exterior.

Cleaning Your Home’s Exterior : 1:53 (472 words)
keep looking »