We’ve come a long way, baby. Decks used to be built of wood, period. Wood is fantastic. It’s a classic material, of course, though it does have its drawbacks: number one of which is the large amount of upkeep it...

Even in our über-connected world, which makes us all consumers in the global marketplace, there’s still a lot to be said for buying local. Sure, that wheel of Yorkshire cheddar, shipped all the way from the U.K., is probably really...

After millennia of human beings experimenting with color, particularly how it can be applied to everything from clothing to walls and even to themselves, one might assume there’s nothing under the sun left to discover as far as color goes;...

When the cold weather looms on the horizon, we can simply walk inside and set the thermostat to a comfortable temperature. Our decks and fences can’t, though. They may be designed to withstand a certain degree of weather-related assaults, but...

What if we told you that painting your house this fall is a smart choice… from a maintenance perspective? Sure, that fresh coat will make your house look great! But there’s more to it than that. Just as stain protects...

Don’t have enough privacy in your backyard? Does the dog keep trying to run away? Whatever the reason, a wood fence installation is a great solution to your predicament. In addition to giving you the privacy and security you’re looking...

Think of a knight from your favorite fantasy movie or show. One of their defining aspects is their armor. Not only does it protect them from harm, but it looks cool as heck. In a way, the same line of...

This post was updated on August 14, 2025, to give you the most current information. Squirrels are common to see in many people’s yards, and these little guys can be pretty active. Sometimes, they can cause problems, though, and one...

This post was updated on August 1, 2025, to give you the most current information. If you’re going to get exterior painting done for your house, you’ll have to take the weather into account. How your paint job will look...

This post was updated on July 25, 2025 to give you the most current information. For anyone doing a painting project, there are many tools that can be used to help with the job. However, even though there are tools...

We spend a lot of time in the bathroom. We use it to brush our teeth, wash our face, take a shower, and … other stuff. The point is, since we spend so much time there, the space should be...

Get your house ready before your exterior painting contractor arrives! Ah, a fresh coat of paint. It can breathe new life into your home’s exterior. Everything will look more vibrant and welcoming when all is said and done—assuming you go...

So the time has come to get a fence! First of all, congratulations. In our opinion, a fence can work wonders for your home and property overall. It’s great for safety, security, aesthetics, property line demarcation, and increased home value....

A fresh coat of paint could be the difference between a home looking like a haunted house or the neighborhood model—boosting curb appeal and even functionality. It’s a great way to add significant value to your home, and it’s also...

Spring is beginning to peek out from behind the cold curtain of winter, and it's eager to bring its warmer weather with it! As we all wander out of our homes without the need to put multiple layers of clothing...

Having your own slice of heaven is good, but having one with its own fence is great. A fence can serve several purposes—enhancing security, boosting property value, providing privacy, or simply bringing your property aesthetic together—but there’s more to keep...

For being a stationary structure, a privacy fence sure does provide some great benefits to the home it belongs to. Sure, it can keep the dog from running away and mark your property lines, but the perks go deeper than...

When it comes to battling the forces of nature, winter is a fearsome foe. Cold temperatures, moisture, and an unrelenting freeze-thaw cycle can certainly take a toll on the structures we put so much time and money into; just look...