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Posted on 09/15/2019
Xeriscaping With Succulents in Your Yard
Succulents, succulents, succulents. Probably the most commonly thought of plant when considering xeriscaping. Succulents retain water in their leaves, stems, and roots, so they require little watering. Though you do have to be careful in your selection, or employ a bit more care, if your climate area experiences frost, most succulents grow very well in areas with hot...
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Posted on 07/28/2019
Surviving With a New Puppy
Adding a new furry friend into your life can be fun and exciting until you notice that your favorite shoes have bite marks in them. If you've recently added a new puppy into your life or getting ready to, it's essential to protect your belongings to enjoy this excellent adventure fully. Puppy-proof your home. Objects such as shoes,...
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Posted on 05/19/2019
Practical Ways of Cleaning Different Cabinets
To clean a kitchen cabinet, the type of cabinet you have in your kitchen matters. For general kitchen cabinet cleaning, the following cleaning materials are essential: Water and detergent All-purpose cleaner Vinegar and water Non-abrasive All-Purpose Cleaner Baking soda and water Painted Cabinets Oil-based painted cabinets are durable and easy to clean. You can use any of the...
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Posted on 03/18/2019
Cleaning out Water Heater Sediment
If you use a teapot, you know that over time, as the water heats and cools, calcium and other deposits from the water build up on the bottom of the kettle and need cleaning out periodically. The same is true of your water heater. Both city water and well water can contain suspended minerals and chemicals like calcium...
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Posted on 03/11/2019
Resealing Stone Tile
In its natural state, specific stone’s strength is legendary while others react to blunt force, chemicals, and even water. In your home, natural stone floors can beautify your décor and last the life of your house when cared for properly. If exposed to sharp objects and harsh substances, however, it can wear, chip, crack, and even dissolve, requiring...
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Posted on 01/28/2019
Best Flowers for Landscaping
When you hear about xeriscaping, you might envision a dirt or sand yard with more boulders than actual greenery and color. You now know about a few ornamental kinds of grass you can use to set off your yard and add greenery. Depriving yourself of flowers is not necessary either to create a beautiful, eco-friendly yard. Here are...
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Posted on 01/19/2019
De-Clutter and Donate
The time has come to go through and clear what has become clutter in your own home. Hopefully, you can give the items more life and someone else the opportunity to have the use of these items. After all one man’s trash is another man’s treasure right? The answer is maybe not. There are some things that donation...
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