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What is Decorative Concrete?

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 19:30:00 CST

In recent years, Decorative Concrete has become a popular alternative option to using conventional paving stones. Decorative Concrete, also referred to as stamped concrete or patterned concrete, is concrete that has been modified either by color, texture, pattern or a blend of concrete enhancing techniques.

Installing a Sod Lawn

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 19:00:00 CST

If you are interested in a quicker and easier way to get a lush, green lawn, installing Sod in lieu of old fashioned seeding could be the alternative you?ve been looking for. Seeding a lawn can sometimes take an entire season to mature. Planting sod is a relatively easy task to complete, and you can lay sod anytime from early spring to late fall as long as it is adequately and regularly watered.

How to Prevent Weeds in Concrete

Sun, 06 Nov 2011 07:00:00 CST

Keeping weeds and moss away from your homes concrete designs and structures will not only keep the area looking good, but will stave off the need to replace the entire area. Some weeds can actually grow through concrete slabs (Japanese Knotweed); others will start to grow through cracks (dandelions) and along the outer trim of the concrete area.

How to Choose the Right Orchid

Sun, 30 Oct 2011 16:00:00 CDT

Before buying a new orchid you need to determine the growing conditions you have to offer. Temperature, light, and humidity are very important to orchids.

Retaining Walls For Residential And Commercial Property

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 19:30:00 CDT

A retaining wall is an artificial structure which serves to resist the pressure of soil when a change in ground elevation exceeds the angle of repose. Not only will a well-constructed wall properly support sloping earth, it will also serve as an effective means of draining water runoff and reducing hydrostatic pressure.

Planning the Design of Your Patio

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 00:00:00 CDT

Planning is the most important aspect to consider when designing your patio. Give yourself plenty of time as the task can be difficult, but the end result is intensely satisfying.

Three Ways to Improve Your Problem Lawn

Sun, 14 Aug 2011 01:30:00 CDT

If you find it a constant struggle to keep your lawn looking great, here are a couple of tips that will help you have a lush green lawn in no time. Broadcast a stronger variety of the same grass seed with your next feed and water session.

How to Plan Your Landscape Design to Make it Unique

Sat, 30 Jul 2011 02:00:00 CDT

Whether you're redesigning an old home or hotel or you want to add the finishing touches to a brand new building, landscape design is quite a rewarding experience. Regardless of whether you do everything yourself or hire a professional landscaper to help the process along, it's still a good idea to have at least a basic concept of what you want in your landscaping.