Tips To Winterize Your Outdoor Furniture
The winter months is usually a time of packing up the patio and battening it down against cold and inclement weather. Nowhere is this more true than with your patio furniture. You want to make sure you put it away properly in fall so it will look its best come the following spring. The following tips will help you do just that. Tip #1: Scrub and dry the cushions Outdoor cushions need a little more TLC compared to the rest of the furniture.
Checking The Age Of Your Water Heater And Knowing When It's Time For A Replacement
Your water heater has the big job of keeping your water warm for baths, showers and washing. While it's possible to get your water heater repaired when small problems occur, it is useful to know when the time is right to replace the water heater completely. You can expect a water heater to last from 8-12 years. If you have problems and your water is at least 8 years old, it's probably not worth the cost of repairing unless the problem is really small.
Keeping Creepy Crawling Insects Out Of Your Basement
If you noticed several crawling insects, such as silverfish, roaches, or beetles, inside of your basement or crawl space area, you will most likely want to take fast action in their elimination so they do not cause damage to your home. Insects are often attracted to areas with excessive moisture, making the lower level of your home a prime area for infestation. Here are some steps you can take to alleviate a moisture problem in an attempt to keep insects outside of your home where they belong.
The Benefits Of Using Artificial Turf In Your Yard Instead Of Natural Grass
If you live in an area that often has water shortages, you may consider using artificial turf on your yard instead of natural grass. While there are costs with establishing an artificial turf lawn, over time, you will save money on lawn care. Artificial turf is an excellent alternative in areas where you aren't able to grow a beautiful lawn of lush, green grass. It will look great, and it's a surface for your family to play on.
Sanding A Hardwood Floor Scratched By Dog Nails
There are few sights more heartwarming than the trusty family dog snoozing on a rich hardwood floor, but what about when there's a knock on the door? The sudden scrabble of claws against your floor can sound more like nails on a chalkboard, and over time, your flooring will develop unsightly scratches, dents and chips as a result. Rather than allowing your valuable hardwood to deteriorate over the course of a few months or years, you can help offset the damage done by your pet's paws by regularly sanding and refinishing your floors.
