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Colorado Landscaping Ideas

By on Thursday, September 6th, 2012 | No Comments

There is no better way to beautify your residence than by using native plants. Colorado landscapes can contain desert four o’clock flowers, blue grama turf grass and other native plants that use less water for the dry climate. See on www.ehow.com

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How To Build An Outdoor Water Feature

By on Wednesday, August 3rd, 2011 | No Comments

Adding a outdoor water fountain can be an easy one day project.  Some of the items needed for this project are: a large decorative pot, a small plantainer, poly planter bowl, spray paint, pavers, decorative river rock, stepping stones, and fountain pump.  You may been to paint the planter bowl to match the rim of [...]

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Installing a Paver Patio

By on Monday, August 1st, 2011 | 3 Comments

Installing a paver patio looks harder than it really is.  Although this project will require using a saw to cut the stone.  If you don’t feel comfortable cutting stone, you will be better off hiring someone to complete this project for you. Depending on your skill level and the amount of help you have, this [...]

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How To Plant A Tree

By on Friday, July 29th, 2011 | No Comments

If you’re thinking about planting a tree to provide shade or decoration to your yard, here’s a great video to show you the how to give your tree a great start and keep your tree looking good for years to come.  Now it’s time to choose the location for the tree.  If you already have [...]

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How To Build An Outoor Concrete Block Fire Pit

By on Sunday, July 24th, 2011 | No Comments

Installing a fire pit adds ambiance to your back yard.  They’re great for entertaining and relaxing by an open fire.  No longer will you need to be camping to roast marshmellow’s and make smores.  Before you start building be sure to check the local ordinance guidelines for having open flames.  If they are permitted you [...]

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How To Cut And Trim Flagstone

By on Tuesday, July 19th, 2011 | No Comments

Cutting flagstone is not as difficult as it may seem.  There are a couple different types of cuts.  The first one is for bigger flagstone up to 3 to 4 inches thick – a snap / break and the second is trimming a fair amount from the edge of the flagstone.  Watch his demonstrations to [...]

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How To Build A Pergola In Your Backyard

By on Sunday, July 17th, 2011 | No Comments

If you’re wanting to add decoration and shade to your back yard, adding a Pergola above your patio or deck is a great way to provide both.  Below is a great video that tells you how to build one above your deck.  First you will need to add the posts which should  already be there [...]

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Ideas For Gardening In Small Spaces

By on Thursday, July 14th, 2011 | No Comments

Do you have a small yard you’d like to add more life to?  Maybe you live in a condo and have no yard at all?  Here’s a great video with ideas on brightening up the outside of your home.  These ideas will even work for larger yards.  One way to decorate your yard is by [...]

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How To Build An Outdoor Kitchen

By on Wednesday, July 13th, 2011 | No Comments

Below is a great video on how to create an outdoor kitchen for your backyard.  Adding a kitchen area around your BBQ not only adds more life to your backyard area, it also makes it easier and more enjoyable to have gatherings.  Grilling becomes much easier with the added space for preparation and fixing your [...]

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How To Install A Flagstone Patio

By on Sunday, July 10th, 2011 | No Comments

Installing a flagstone patio in your yard can add more value and appeal to your house.  Below is a video with a quick rundown of what it takes to install the patio.  Depending on your skill level and the amount of people working, this project could take anywhere from 1 day to a few weeks. [...]

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