home--garden

How To Remove Paint From Concrete

If you want to refinish painted concrete, you have to get the paint off of it first. Obviously, painting any concrete surface can be problematic because it chips and scrapes off rather easily. But, this does not mean that it is easy to remove all of the paint from your concrete. That is, a lot of the paint will soak into the pores and stain some of the aggregate, so it goes much deeper than the walking surface and never gets touched or rubbed off. Read More 

The Primary Differences Between Functional And Decorative Birdhouses

A lot of people who do not know much about birds tend to assume that all birdhouses are the same and that a decorative birdhouse is the same as a functional birdhouse. Sadly, this is not true, and even the wild birds that visit your yard know it. So, what are the differences between functional and decorative birdhouses? The main differences are as follows. Decorative Birdhouses are Heavily Painted Decorative birdhouses are heavily painted, almost to the point where they barely resemble a birdhouse at all. Read More 

What To Do When Weeds Take Over Your Household Plants

Weeds don't just show up outdoors. The bothersome pests can also grow inside the soil of potted household plants. Some weeds can actually grow on the stems and petals of indoor plants. Once indoor weeds grow, they can quickly take over your lovely plants. You can control the weed growth in your potted plants with the information and tips below. Why Are Houseplant Weeds Bad? Because weeds can grow and survive just about anywhere, weeds are some of nature's most fearsome plants. Read More 

3 Tips For Hiring A Nanny

When you're always on the go and need some time and energy to focus on your work, you'll want to optimize the care that your kids receive. In this regard, working with a nanny agency might be exactly what you're looking for. By taking advantage of the tips below you'll have the chance to reach out to a nanny agency and make the hire that makes sense for you.  The Advantages Of Using A Nanny Agency Read More 

Methods To Help Control Soil Erosion Around Your Home’s Foundation

Once you landscape the soil and vegetation around the exterior of your home's foundation and basement, water dripping from the roof begins to slowly erode its surface. In addition to erosion, the soil can become saturated by excessive moisture to cause the moisture to seep into your foundation and basement and potential mold and mildew growth. Here are some ways you can divert and displace the moisture runoff from your home's roof to help keep your foundation and basement dry. Read More