Outdoor Living
Outdoor living includes swimming pools, solar yard lights, bug zappers and more. Learn all about outdoor living and how to enjoy your backyard.
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You're moving to a new neighborhood and you have to figure out how to move your hot tub. Here's how to move a hot tub.
You need to divert rain water, but you're not sure how to do it. Learn about how to divert rain water in this article.
What's not to like about summertime? Well, there's that giant bug invasion taking over your home. How do you keep the little buggers away?
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Nothing is better than chilling in a cool pool on a hot summer day. But how long does your pool pump need to run to keep the water sparkling clean?
By Sarah Gleim
You're trying to figure out how to install a snow fence before the onset of winter. Learn about how to install a snow fence in this article.
Though they may be cute, if chipmunks get into your garden you'll have to get rid of them before they cause damage. Learn about how to get rid of chipmunks in this article.
You've noticed deep furrows in your backyard, and are wondering how to get rid of the armadillo in your backyard. Read this article and find out how to get rid of armadillos.
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One of the hardest things about owning an above-ground pool is learning how to draining it at the end of the season - or is it? Read this article to learn how to drain your above-ground pool.
You just bought a cord of wood for your fireplace, and you need to figure out how to stack it so that it will dry properly. Learn here how to stack a cord of wood.
To make a bonfire in your backyard, build a teepee with logs as a base and tinder in the center. Learn how to make a bonfire in your backyard in this article.
Make your backyard into an event site by putting up a party tent. Learn about how to put up a party tent in this article.
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Would you like to get rid of a woodpecker that's disturbing your peace and quiet and destroying your house? Read this article to learn how to get rid of a woodpecker.
In the United States alone, consumers throw away millions of pounds of trash every day -- much of it kitchen and yard waste. But, if you know what you're doing, that waste can be turned into fertilizer for vegetable plants and flowerpots … even if you live in the city.
Is your dog destroying your yard or garden? You can make an easy and safe repellent to help stop his antics. We'll tell you how.
If you have bushy-tailed rodents wreaking havoc on your property or inside your home, you're probably wondering how to catch a squirrel. In this article, you'll find live trap instructions and preventative methods that can help you get rid of squirrels without harming them!
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A variety of bug zappers are available for indoor and outdoor use. Learn whether bug zappers can be used indoors from this article.
If the mosquitoes have been keeping you away from your picnic table, you might consider a bug zapper. Find out if they really work in this article.
Mosquito magnets can be extremely effective if they're put in the right place, set up properly and tuned to attract the right species of mosquitoes. Learn whether mosquito magnets are effective in this article.
Microorganisms in the soil convert organic waste to compost when they have the right amount of oxygen and water. Learn how organic waste converts to compost in this article.
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If you are going to have your own swimming pool you need to make sure it's kept clean. Learn more about the importance of pool filters in this article.
Keeping your pool sparkling clean doesn't have to be as cumbersome as you might think. The secret to pristine pool health is regular, routine care. These 10 maintenance tips will keep your pool in tip-top shape.
By Echo Surina
If you want to make your outdoor space more appealing, a little creativity and some planning is all you really need to get started. Fresh air and sunshine are already in place, so you just need to add finishing touches.
These days, houses are getting bigger and bigger and yards are getting smaller and smaller. But there is a way to keep the integrity of your yard, while still utilizing the living space: a patio. So what should you build it with?
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Most people spend the bulk of their home renovation time working inside. But with a little know-how, you can easily extend your living space to the outdoors, too.
By John Fuller & Mark Boyer
Well-designed decks are becoming preferred places to relax after work, entertain friends, and regroup with the family. Learn how to design and accessorize your own deck with the pictures and ideas in this article. Get inspired!