We had a beautiful wooden headboard for a single bed that needed to go. It wouldn’t fit in our car so I couldn’t donate it to a second-hand store. Our only hope was to drag it to the end of the driveway with a big sign “FREE” on it and wait for a Good Samaritan to ...
Fig. 1gives an example of a dose–response function, which serves as performance model for wooden commodities exposed above ground. The dose is expressed as a function of dailywood moisturecontent and wood temperature, whereby the level of decay was considered as response indicated as decay rating...
It’s no secret that wooden fences can add beauty andvalue to a home. They increase privacy but also give a property charm and character. But with their undeniable benefits come drawbacks: natural elements such as rain, UV rays, and insects can all take a toll on the life of your fence...
That’s why I delight in the company of others who have a love affair with words, a need for whimsy, the arts, storytelling, music, compassion, activism, and of course, for small kindnesses. When one human being asks another: “Do you find this beautiful?” an invitation to engage in...
I feel like I should be visiting art and history museums, but I just don’t have the attention span. I would rather be out enjoying the architecture, culture, food, and people-watching. Had we had one more day in Florence, we would have tried to visit at least one of these museums....
Lattice boards set into a wooden privacy fence include a whole new design dimension to the frontage of your yard. A single width of lattice fencing can provide a screen or windbreak, and support for any climbing vines. Set a lattice panel at the edge of the garden nearest our home and ...
Whereas the entire life cycle of a northward-traveling monarch butterfly takes only between 2 to 5 weeks to complete, the lifespan of a southward-migrating monarch butterfly can be as long as 8 to 9 months. Monarch Butterfly Life Cycle ...
I back-up from the body that lay sprawl and grim and lifeless in front of me. I Drop the bat out of my hand; it clangs on the wooden floor, snapping me out of it. I ran’..Back in my room finding and clutching a small backpack, I throw numerous pieces of clothing, from off...
All spiritual life begins with a sense of wonder, and nature is a window into that wonder. - Richard Louv
Natural Beauty:Wooden fences have a timeless and classic look. They blend well with the natural landscape. You can paint or stain them to match the exterior of your home. Versatility:Wood can be customized in many styles, including pickets, split rails, and privacy fences. ...