Seating walls can be identified based on their short heights compared to other boundaries. Their presence can be both appealing and practical. Building a seating wall can provide these benefits to homeowners: Most seating walls are at the perfect height for adults to sit on, making for […]
Read more →You’re in trouble when the creature from the black lagoon shows up and asks if he can use your pool for the summer. As pools age they require extra attention, and here are some basic pool renovation tips for replacing the swamp-like and dated qualities with features […]
Read more →Whether you live in an urban setting, or have a limited area for landscaping, a small space garden design creating enclosed gardens can provide you with an oasis you may not have dreamed possible. The use of well-constructed and aesthetically pleasing walls, stairs, walkways and patios create […]
Read more →Homeowners have a bevy of options for pool finishings, but plaster still ranks as the most popular choice for new pool installations and renovations of existing pools. The plastering process is fairly simple and consists of applying the plaster over a guinite pool shell using a sprayer […]
Read more →We’ve all heard how beneficial curb appeal is as it adds aesthetic beauty and financial value to your home. However, it’s equally important for the homeowner to enjoy the view of their landscaping designs from the inside of their home. Inside out living is very popular today […]
Read more →Landscape design for Spring 2013 is reflecting U.S. economic upswing optimism. Most important are water conservation “smart” gardens. In the backyard, create a rain-gutter-to-creekbed system, plant moisture-needy plants in your “creekbed” and hardier plants as a border. Here are five ideas for landscape design 2013: Incorporate our state’s native plants […]
Read more →Why should you settle for plain white plaster for your pool when you have a wide variety of other choices? If you are like many other homeowners, you not only invested a great deal of time in planning your pool area, but you enjoy relaxing there as […]
Read more →The installation of pavers around your home will add beauty, functionality and value. They can be used in a variety of applications from walkways and garden paths to pool patios and entertainment spaces. While the proper installation of pavers is of paramount importance, some simple maintenance after […]
Read more →You don’t have to remain in home improvement limbo until all that snow melts and you can see your world once again. And you definitely don’t have to put off your residential hardscaping planning, because we’ve got software that’s capable of creating a virtual 3D map for […]
Read more →One of the most overlooked construction materials around is exposed aggregate concrete, even though it has been used as an exterior decorative element for well over a century. Durable, versatile and affordable, this natural material can be crafted to mimic a variety of stone finishes including granite […]
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