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Archive for the ‘Patios and Decks’ Category

Lawn Care – Mowing Fundamentals

Across neighborhoods, weekend mornings are associated with the sounds of lawnmowers and the smell of fresh-cut grass. As pleasing as the weekly ritual may be to homeowners, lawns do not always flourish on a once-a-week cutting schedule.

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Utopia on Your Patio

Spring and summer are the seasons for outdoor living. Once the weather warms, many folks spend most of their available, waking hours out on their patios.

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Stamped Concrete for Your Patio

Improved techniques in stamped concrete have made its popularity continue to increase over the last couple of years. Stamped concrete is a beautiful and cost-effective application for patio floors, garden pathways, driveways, etc.

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Paver Patterns for Your Patio

Brick or other stone pavers can be used to create interesting floor patterns on your patio. Pavers are used to transform patios from drab to dramatic and you don’t have to break the bank to have the design you want.

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Contrasting Textures Work on the Patio Too

Contrasting textures are often used in home interior designs to create more depth and interest. This same design idea can work wonders on your patio too.

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Distinguishing Patio Areas

Having a patio and outdoor living area gives us the opportunity to create our own little piece of outdoor heaven. Regardless of the size of your outdoor space, it’s important to distinguish between different areas of your patio and backyard.

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