Ponds & Waterfalls: Water Living
by Doug Hoover.We can’t live without it. Water is the very source of life That is why we are so strongly attracted to it. Maybe because we cannot live more than a few days without water, we want to have it close by. Most people would like to live next to it, whet...
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Pondless (Convertible) Waterfalls - Both Ways
by Doug Hoover.Many people who are looking for a waterfall are opting in for pondless waterfalls — out of necessity, not choice.? Ponds pose several challenges, some involving safety issues and some maintenance.? Ponds and toddlers do not mix.? Many people with s...
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How to Build a Pondless Waterfall
by Doug Hoover.Definition:? A pondless waterfall is a waterfall that cascades into a subterranean catch basin or cistern rather than a pond.? The collected water is then returned to the top of the waterfall by means of a pump system.Why Pondless?I built the first p...
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Brick Patio Weed Control
by Hans Dekker.Brick Patio Weed ControlIn researching this article, I found one instance where a homeowner was so incensed by the weeds in her patio that she set fire to them with a blowtorch! Luckily, several items provide better service as a weeding tool and ther...
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Outdoor Patio Heaters
by Ross Maciver.An outdoor patio heater is perfect for people who like to entertain outside. It can make the difference between being able to relax and being uncomfortable. Your guests will appreciate being able to enjoy the outdoors with you thanks to your patio he...
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Patio Awnings
by Garry John.Many properties have french windows or patio doors leading onto the patio or decking area of the garden. This area has been much under used and folks do not realise the benefits from having an awning attached above the french doors and the extra dime...
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A water Feature For Your Patio
by Adrian Kinley.A water feature will bring tranquillity to your patio and is an ideal substitute for a pond if you have neither the time nor the inclination to maintain one. They are also much safer than a pond where young children are concerned. The larger water fe...
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Landscape Designing
by U Suski.While the various magazines can be of help you will find more use for landscape designing looks and ideas if you roughly know what you want your garden to look like. One of the main methods for getting the best landscape designing looks is to see abo...
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Swimming Pool Designs
by U Suski.When you looking at the different swimming pool designs you will find that some of the swimming pools are made from concrete and others are made from fiberglass. The different manufacturers of swimming pools will be able to provide you with the desig...
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Does Good Design Matter?
by Duncan Heather.Duncan Heather, founder and principal of the Oxford College of Garden Design and one of Europe’s leading garden designers is a man of few words, until you ask him: “Does Good Design Matter?”“If you think not,” he says, “then take a closer...
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Credit Crunch or Designers’ PunchLine?
by Duncan Heather.The credit crunch looks likely to prove an unexpected blessing-in-disguise for garden designers and those thinking of switching to Landscape Design as either a first or second career.How so? Because according to a new survey just published by the UK ...
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Home Equity Loans Make Financial Sense
by Mike Hamel.The optimum word in “home equity loan” is equity. Start with the fair market value of a home, subtract the mortgages (first and second) and any liens against the property, and what you have left is the equity. This equity can be used as collatera...
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McCulloch Chainsaws
by Dean Caporella.Shopping for chainsaws when you're a complete novice to the game is like wading through a sea of possibilities. Stihl and Husqvarna naturally head the brand wish list for many new buyers but don't limit yourself to these two giants of the industry.Mc...
