I decided it was time to try fixing it myself. This tutorial is for people who want to know how to fix sunken or uneven pavers. This is not starting from scratch installing pavers. For that, I imagine the process is similar but would probably require...
Applying a deck stain can be messy and sometimes you can spill or drip on your concrete or brick pavers that are under or around your deck. Once this happens, it is not easy to remove. We have found that using a deck stain stripper and pressure washing will remove much of the spilled ...
When deciding where to put your deck stairs, you must consider several important factors. Start by thinking about foot traffic on the deck and where people naturally enter and leave the deck. You want to place the stairs where they are easily accessible, but you also don’t want to disrupt...
of heat energy comes from the earth. The center of the earth is made up of molten lava, and the heat from this moves to the surface of the soil. The soil may be frozen but there is still some heat moving from lower levels to the top level of the soil. It then moves into the ...
Don't overlook the handy screwdriver.Got weeds shooting up between pavers or in the cracks of a driveway? Use an old screwdriver to pry them out. How to Pull Weeds Faster Keep a Garden Fork or Trowel in Your Pocket.Carry a garden fork or trowel with you when you're outside so you ...
Brick garden edging can add a visual differentiation between your lawn and your garden. Garden edging has a secondary function: It prevents grass from growing into your garden. There are a number of ways to install brick garden edging. Although simpler w
Simply put, it is not a good tile for wet areas or kitchens for that matter. Apart from the water issue, it is overall a very soft tile with a glaze that is easy to chip. How many glasses or knives have you dropped in your kitchen? Better hope you didn’t have Ceramic on the fl...
Block paving is similar to brick paving but uses concrete and not clay to create each tile (known as ‘pavers’). One of the benefits of block paving as it’s a much cheaper option than clay. However, it’s much less durable than brick paving, with a lifespan of around 20 years on...
Replace asphalt driveways with pavers. This allows for better drainage. Add plants and trees to prevent erosion. Use plants native to the area to reduce the need for fertilizers and pesticides, which can seep into the ground and water supply. ...
One of the safest places to put their firepit is on concrete or pavers, which can withstand high heat. That said, you can buy a base that is specifically designed to withstand the heat. This allows you to comfortably put the firepit on a deck or even on grass. And you can also buy...