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Backyard Spaces

To enjoy your backyard outdoor living space to its fullest, these articles provide information on projects that will boost the comfort and value of your outdoor space.

Deck Skirting – On a Budget

May 28, 2023December 31, 2022 by Rachel
Deck Skirting on a Budget

Deck skirting can run on the expensive side, but you can save money if you are okay with repurposing things

What is the Best Material for Building a Pergola? (Answered)

May 28, 2023November 20, 2022 by Rachel
What are the Best Materials to Build a Pergola?

A pergola is a beautiful addition to any backyard. It provides shade and adds a lot of character to your

Should I Insulate My Covered Patio? (Explained)

September 24, 2023October 30, 2022 by Rachel
Should I Insulate My Covered Patio

The answer to this question is simple, yet complicated. I don’t want to give you an answer without telling you

How Much Wind Can a Shade Sail Withstand? (Answered)

October 16, 2022 by Rachel
How Much Wind Can a Shade Sail Take?

It’s an important question, especially when you live in areas with high winds.  It depends on what kind of shade

Gazebo Vs Cabana Compared – What’s the Difference?

June 25, 2023July 17, 2022 by Rachel
Gazebo vs Cabana - What's the Difference?

In an earlier article, I compared a Pergola and a Gazebo. And I thought I was done. But someone brought

What You Should Know Before Choosing a Pea Gravel Patio

June 12, 2022 by Rachel
Before Choosing a Pea Gravel Patio

When I was growing up, I had an aunt who had a pea-gravel walkway through stacked natural stone planters that

Top 5 Backyard Projects that Boost a Home’s Value

May 7, 2023April 10, 2022 by Rachel
Top 5 Backyard Projects to Boost Home Value

Lots of people want to add more to their backyard space. Whether they’re building something from scratch or adding to

5 Most Common Problems With Wood Decks (With Tips)

March 12, 2022 by Rachel
5 Common Problems with Wood Decks

Wood decks are the only way to go for a lot of homeowners. If your exit is too high above

Keeping You Cool in Summer with a Covered Pergola or Gazebo

June 25, 2023March 9, 2022 by Rachel
Keeping Cool in Summer with a Gazebo or Pergola

If you have the money and time to build a permanent or semi-permanent cover for your patio, a pergola or

Do Awnings Keep You Cool? (Answered)

September 24, 2023March 8, 2022 by Rachel
Do Awnings Keep You Cool?

It may be obvious that awnings can help when they’re over windows by blocking the sun’s rays from getting into

Are Shade Sails A Good Choice For Keeping You Cool?

September 24, 2023March 7, 2022 by Rachel
Are Shade Sails a Good Choice for Keeping you Cool

It’s pretty obvious that shade sails can provide much-needed shade for your outdoor living spaces during the heat of the

Do Patio Umbrellas Cool Outdoor Spaces? (With Examples)

July 23, 2023March 6, 2022 by Rachel
Do Patio Umbrellas Cool Outdoor Spaces?

When your time outdoors is being ruined by the heat and bright sunlight of the summer sun, perhaps it’s time

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