DIY Patio For The Homestead I’ve always wanted to have apatio in the homesteadbut just thinking about it makes me think of how much I’ll be spending. Just thinking about hiring a contractor to do the job makes it seem not worth it. So I spoke to my hubby and decided, we can bui...
For example, if you are building a large paver patio or pool deck, choosing shades for pavers and walls that are in the same tone or color family will help frame the area beautifully. Do: Use color to create visual harmony in your setting Consider the surrounding elements in your landscape...
A small paver patio or walkway is do-it-yourself job. You can make the work faster and still achieve great results using one of five no-cut patterns.
I let it dry completely before letting any rain get on it or before using it for anything.And that’s my DIY patio coffee table with a cheap paver top. We love it! In fact, I loved it so much I used the rest of my 2×2 to build a matching concrete paver side table. You can...
Building a brick floor or patio over dirt is not as simple as flattening the ground and laying down bricks. If the ground under the bricks is not properly prepared, the bricks will quickly move out of place, succumbing to erosion as the ground beneath th
My husband stuck a screwdriver with a string into the center of the ground. This way, you can map out a large enough circle. He then carved out enough soil for the 8-foot round tank to fit. Then he added paver base sand, leveled and tamped it. ...
Experiment with different essential oil combinations until you find one or two you really like. You can then increase your batches and keep them in sealed containers (like a canning jar) to save prep time later on. If you have pets, know that essential oils can sometimes be harmful to your...