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Spring Arrives Today – Still Playing Tricks On Us

J. Patrick — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 12:55:03 +0000

It will officially be spring today, but just a few days ago I snapped a picture of the backyard, so I could use it for ideas for spring landscaping. Saturday morning I realized that the approaching spring had played a trick on us again.Saturday morning turned the approaching spring back into what sure looks like [...]

Homeowners Handy Man Flooring Idea From J.

J. Patrick — Wed, 06 Jun 2012 14:47:15 +0000

Here is a project I undertook this spring that was so much easier and came out so much better than I could have hoped for. If you need new flooring for an outside patio or Florida room, and you need something that is durable and waterproof, and reasonably inexpensive? Then I've got a great idea for you!

Got A New Flat Screen TV – Here Are Tips To Mount It On The Wall

J. Patrick — Wed, 30 May 2012 14:41:27 +0000

With the popularity of the new TV’s, comes the challenge of mounting them on the wall. For years, TV’s were stand alone furniture, but now the flat-screens just beg to be mounted on the wall, or over the fireplace. I just mounted my new 42-inch model and here are some tips to help you with [...]

Learning How to 'Do The Ditch' – J. How To:

J. Patrick — Sat, 26 May 2012 14:50:52 +0000

Here's another little homeowner's project that doesn't come around very often, and when you do fix it, it usually lasts a long time. My home was built in 1967 and they used wood timbers around the culvert that passes water under the driveway. Through the years they slowly rotted and it turned out that this year I really had to get it fixed. Not being much of a handyman, here's what I found out:

Did You Pee In The Pool? How Many People Do?

J. Patrick — Thu, 24 May 2012 22:04:14 +0000

We've had a pool for more than seventeen years. I am aware that people, frequently kids, pee in the pool. But, I must admit surprise at a new survey that claims

20% of adults admit that at some point, they’ve peed in a pool.

Easy Way to Entertain in Your Yard with a Simple Fire Pit – J's How To

J. Patrick — Wed, 23 May 2012 13:44:46 +0000

Want to make your backyard a more popular place? Add a campfire pit; it’s relatively easy to make and it is a great addition for the entire family. See how I created this easy and entertaining area in my backyard. We probably have a fire in the pit four or five times a week during [...]

An Inexpensive Way to Brighten Your Yard – J's How To

J. Patrick — Tue, 22 May 2012 12:17:08 +0000

It is the season to be outdoors. Each year I always try and choose a couple of projects to invest time and energy in that make my home look better. Here is a simple and inexpensive way to brighten your yard. Another advantage is that hopefully it will increase it’s value. Today’s project was a [...]