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Do Wind Chimes Keep Birds Away?
I love wind chimes. Growing up my mom always had them in the yard, and although I hated them as a kid, now they seem serene. Especially those bamboo ones with the soft sounds. But, as a bird lover, I wonder: do wind chimes keep birds away? The people who owned my house before me…
Read MoreBest Plants that Soak Up Water for a Wet Backyard
Wet backyards can be a big problem, especially if you live in an area that gets a lot of rain. But landscaping does help – including what you grow in your yard. Here’s the best plants that soak up water for a wet backyard. What might seem like a small inconvenience can easily turn into…
Read MoreHow to Choose: Painting vs Staining a Deck
Thinking about painting vs staining a deck to update it? Here’s how to choose the best method that’s right for you! A wooden deck comes with an array of benefits: it looks great, it provides a nice dedicated space for you to relax and enjoy the outdoors, and it can even add value to your…
Read MoreHow to Keep Dogs Off of Patio Furniture
When you go into your patio, what you want is to find your chair ready and waiting, without having to deal with an unexpected occupant—or the hairy remnants of its presence. This sort of problem does have quite a few solutions, and many of them can be executed without too much effort on your part.…
Read MoreGuide to Types of Fire Starters
Bonfires are a way of life in the summertime, but nobody said getting them going was all that easy. If you want to stay away from butane lighters, and there’s quite a few reasons why you might want to consider doing so, we’ve got the best guide to types of fire starters you can use…
Read MoreHow to Scare Hawks Away from Your Yard
Hawks are majestic creatures, but they can also be a pain when they’re in your backyard. They’re also protected in many places, which means you’re not allowed to harm them even if they’re causing trouble. Here’s how to scare hawks away from your yard safely and without harm. How to Scare Hawks Away From Your…
Read MoreHow to Hide Outdoor Trash Cans
It’s an eyesore that almost every homeowner or renter has to deal with: trash cans. Whether they’re your own or issued by the city, there’s nothing pretty about having them in your yard. Here’s how to hide outdoor trash cans to make them less unsightly. How to Hide Outdoor Trash Cans Whether they’re in the…
Read MoreShould you Open a Propane Tank Valve All the Way?
Propane lovers enjoy a clean, fast-heating and easy overall grilling experience. Although beginner-friendly, mastering the art of propane gas grilling can open you up to a world of grilled meats and vegetables that can be prepared a lot more conveniently than with charcoal. Here we’re going to answer a few key questions about the tanks…
Read MoreBest Cornhole Team Names
What is cornhole? We’ll cover that in case you’re unfamiliar with it but, suffice to say for now, it’s usually played in the backyard (among many other places), and you can have a team. That team will need a name; that is where we come in. Beyond covering the basics of this popular game, we’ll…
Read MoreHow to Hang Patio Lights Without Nails
Believe it or not, there are numerous ways to get some trendy and stylish patio lights up without having to use damaging nails, or permanent fixtures of any kind! The fact of the matter is, some of us aren’t able to do all that much customization thanks to the fact that we’re renting property, or…
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