Having a yard for the kids to play in
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Ways to Make Small Pool Areas Look Larger
Having a pool is an awesome enough home addition to many homeowners, but some feel their pool is too small. If you want to start hosting more outdoor parties, but are worried your pool looks too small and bare, there are ways to fix that. Here are a few of the ways you can make small pools look larger, more inviting, and more relaxing for your guests. Add a Grilling Area
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What Size Storage Locker Should You Hire?
The one thing most often asked by people trying to hire a storage locker for the first time is how much space they're actually going to need. You don't want to end up paying a premium for space you're not going to use, after all - but nor is it practical to discover too late that you've not got enough room for everything. Thankfully, there are some things you can do before you hire your locker (and while you're filling it) that will save you stress, time and money by making sure you get it right first try.
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What are the Pros and Cons of Solar Water Heaters?
If you are currently in need of a new hot water heater, you might want to consider having a solar water heater installed. You get the same hot water any time you need it, but you can also help lower your family's carbon footprint and benefit in a number of other ways. Here are some pros and cons of solar water heaters to help you decide if it is a good option for you.
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Timber Decks Can Survive Bushfires: Techniques To Remember During Construction
Not only does the addition of a new deck to the family home give you the chance to embrace lots more outdoor living time, but it can also increase the value of your home up to $100,000. However, when considering adding a timber deck to your home, you need to make sure you design one that can withstand the possibility of a bushfire attack. While not every property in Australia will be confronted by a bushfire during its lifetime, bushfires do considerable damage across the country every year.
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5 Considerations For a Backyard Wedding Reception
Your wedding day should be the most special day of your life, from beginning to end. Once the nerves of the ceremony are out of the way, it is time to let your hair down and celebrate your nuptials with your friends, family, and loved ones. And what could make the reception party more special than by hosting it in your own back garden? Instead of finding yourself in an unfamiliar space, you'll be able to celebrate in the home you will share as husband and wife.
I knew that the moment we bought a house with a decent yard I'd be ready to start having kids. I loved playing outside as a kid and since we've been in this house I think the kids spend nearly as much time outside as they do outside. That lawn has seen my babies crawl, my toddlers start walkings, the kids kicking balls around and playing chasey all afternoon. Keeping the lawn soft and green is so important to me as it let's us spend all that time outside. I'm always looking for ways to make it feel and look soft and green.