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How to Get Leaves Out of Gravel

Oil and water don't mix, but gravel and leaves mix too well. Unlike the former, though, there's something you can do to rid your gravel of leaves. Your approach will depend largely on how wet the leaves in the gravel are. The wetter the leaves, the more difficult it will be to get them out of the gr

Lawn Aerator Parts

Aeration can help in achieving a more lush and healthy lawn.fall in focus image by easaab from Fotolia.comLawn aerators are tools designed to perforate or extract parts of the ground in an area in order to control lawn thatch, reduce soil compaction, improve drainage and to encourage...

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How to Install Wood Deck Railings

A deck railing is required to be installed on decks that are more than 12 inches above the ground. The railing needs to be 36 inches above the surface of the deck, according to the Building Officials and Code Administrators national building code. Call your local permit department to check on requir

The Best Indoor Composters

Turning food waste into soil-enriching compost has long been recognized as beneficial. Some individuals have been reluctant to dive into this venture, however, because the only option available was to build and maintain a compost heap in the backyard. If not maintained properly, these compost heaps

How to Deer-Proof Evergreens

Deer populations are growing around the United States because of mild winters and wildlife preservation. As a result, the deer look for additional food sources and are attracted to the flowers, plants and evergreens that make up your landscaping. Even a small deer herd can cause havoc on gardens, pl

How to Build a Metal Deck Cover

Most deck covers are made with flimsy canvas on weak tubing. While they're okay for the sunny calm days, on wet and windy days, they just don't hold up. The solution is to build a metal deck cover, that will be sturdy and solid in any weather, and at the same time offer you real protection from the

What Are the Differences Between a Sultana, a Currant & a Grape?

Sultanas, currents and grapes are all edible fruits, but their names are often used interchangeably and erroneously, which can cause some confusion. To make the matter even more complicated, fruit names are not necessarily used across international borders. For example, some fruits are given one nam

What Is a Grasslands Ecosystem?

Grasslands are open areas of land where grasses or grasslike plants are the dominant species. Other forms of vegetation such as trees are rare in grasslands because they are not suited to thrive in the grassland's dry environment. Grasslands receive water through rainfall, and when it does occur the

Fire Pits Are Great Any Time Of The Year

When is a good time of the year to use your fire pit? Actually, any time is a great time to use your fire pit. Depending on your lifestyle and what type of fire pit ...

Popular Trees for Landscaping

Popular landscaping trees are versatile, adaptable and provide fashionable accents to any lawn or garden. When purchasing a tree for your lawn, it is important to know which trees are best for your climate, soil type and area size. Many of the most popular trees do not take up much space; however,

How to Set Vinyl Fence Posts

Vinyl is a great material for fences because it will not yellow, rust, rot or decay. Vinyl is also resistant to paint, so while you can't customize its color, you also don't have to worry about vandalism. Most vinyl fences come with prefabricated panels that will fasten to the fence posts. These pan

How to Fix Brakes on a Murray Mower

When you are using your Murray riding mower and you suddenly see a rock or some other obstruction in your path, it's necessary to bring your mower to a sudden stop to prevent an accident or damage to the mower. A correctly adjusted brake should bring the mower to a complete stop in a few feet. Over

How to Replace a Blade on a Black & Decker M200 Mower

If the blade on your Black & Decker M200 lawn mower becomes nicked or chipped, it should be replaced. Lawn mower blades will also lose their sharp edge after repeated use. Because the M200 lawn mower is electric rather than gas-powered, it can be tipped on its side for blade replacement without the

Chicago Lawn Care

Chicago lawn care? Chicago lawn care [http://www.chicagolawnmaintenance.com//] can be a very tedious business thanks to the changing seasons; however, with a few guidelines, the perfect lawn can be yours. Be prepared because there are many ...

How to Cut 4X4 Fence Deck Posts

Posts that measure 4-by-4-inches commonly are used in the construction of many different outdoor projects, including decks and fences. The posts are used as floor and railing supports around the perimeter of the deck, and as supports for fence boards. Cutting a post is often necessary to obtain the

How to Flush Out a Drip Irrigation System

Drip irrigation systems require little maintenance, but you do need to flush the system periodically to get rid of any dirt or other particles that get into the system. Many systems run off pressurized irrigation which is not filtered water, and accumulating dirt in the line can cause drip lines to