Posts Tagged ‘outdoor landscape’

• What Not to Do During Fence Maintenance

  • December 9th, 2021
  • Posted in fence installments
  • Tags: exterior design, Maintenance, outdoor landscape

  

  These are among the mistakes you should avoid making during fence maintenance.

  When deciding on a fence for your property, one factor to consider is how much maintenance will need to be done on it.  No fence is without its maintenance procedures, but some fences require more maintenance than others, such as aluminum or vinyl ones. If you want your fence’s longevity to be as high as possible, you need to make sure you’re performing your maintenance procedures the right way and not making any mistakes. These are among the mistakes you should avoid making during fence maintenance. (more…)

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• Making Your Fencing More Suitable for Birds

  • November 30th, 2021
  • Posted in Residential Fencing Tips
  • Tags: exterior design, outdoor landscape, residential property

  

  Here is how to make your fencing more bird-friendly.

  There are an abundance of reasons that people decide to install fences. Sometimes, they want to protect their yards. In other situations, they may want to keep wildlife away. On occasion, a fence may go up for privacy purposes. Whatever the reason may be, fencing will always serve a purpose.

  Unfortunately, not every creature benefits from fencing, and birds are among the creatures that can be harmed because of them. Sometimes, birds collide with fences and can become injured, sometimes even killed if they crash with enough force. If you’re concerned for the birds in your area, there are steps you can take to make your fence more pleasant for them. Here is how to make your fencing more bird-friendly. (more…)

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• Halloween Fence Decorating Suggestions

  • October 29th, 2021
  • Posted in Holiday Decoration Ideas
  • Tags: Curb Appeal, exterior design, outdoor landscape

  

  Here are some Halloween decoration ideas you can try on your fence.

  Are you a Halloween enthusiast? If you are, then you’ve probably set up plenty of decorations already. Whether you take the spooky route or you want to take the autumnal-themed approach, there are plenty of ways you can get your landscape ready for the holiday.

  One area around your yard that you may not have thought to decorate is your fence, but there are many manners in which you can set it up to help your yard feel more festive. Here are some Halloween decoration ideas you can try on your fence. (more…)

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• Helping a Vinyl Fence Last Longer

  • October 7th, 2021
  • Posted in backyard management
  • Tags: fall maintenance, fencing, outdoor landscape

  

  Here is how you can make your vinyl fence last longer.

  Are you looking to install a fence along your property? If you are, you might be finding it difficult to decide on the right fencing material. If we may make a suggestion, vinyl fencing is a viable option you could pick. It doesn’t require as much maintenance to maintain as other fences, and it still retains a wonderful appearance. Something else great about vinyl fences is how long they can last. Usually, a vinyl fence can last anywhere between 20 and 30 years, but proper maintenance will determine which side of the spectrum your fence will fall under. Here is how you can make your vinyl fence last longer. (more…)

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• How Rain Impacts Fencing and How to Lower Rain Damage

  • September 23rd, 2021
  • Posted in backyard management
  • Tags: fence damage, outdoor landscape, Weather

  

  Let’s go over what rain does that can do damage to your fencing and how you can keep rain damage to a minimum.

  Your fencing is going to be put through a plethora of weather conditions, and it will likely be designed to handle all of them…to an extent. One weather condition that can prove problematic is rain. Over time, rain will break down your fencing and require you to get it fixed up. Let’s go over what rain does that can do damage to your fencing and how you can keep rain damage to a minimum. (more…)

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• Written and Unwritten Fencing Rules You’ll Want to Know

  • August 26th, 2021
  • Posted in fence installments
  • Tags: fence etiquette, outdoor landscape, residential fence

  

  Here are the fencing rules you should follow before you begin your installation.

  People have many reasons for installing fences. Sometimes, it can be due to how cost-effective a fence is and how fences help raise property value. Other times, the main incentive is to boost a property’s aesthetic appeal. Some people set up fences for protective reasons, such as keeping intruders away from the property. Whatever the reason may be, before anything else, you need to have the fence installed. When preparing for the installation, though, there are certain written and unwritten fencing rules you’ll want to follow. Here are the fencing rules you should follow before you begin your installation. (more…)

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• Why a Wrought Iron Fence is Great to Have

  • August 19th, 2021
  • Posted in fence installments
  • Tags: exterior design, fence material, outdoor landscape

  

  Here are the reasons a wrought iron fence could be great having on your property.

  Are you thinking of getting a new fence for your property? If so, you could pick from a long list of fencing materials. One such material that you could use is wrought iron. Wrought iron fencing brings property owners a specific list of benefits that make it worth the investment. Here are the reasons a wrought iron fence could be great having on your property. (more…)

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• Features You Might Want to Protect Behind a Privacy Fence Screen

  • August 6th, 2021
  • Posted in fence installments
  • Tags: outdoor landscape, protection, residential fence

  

  Here are features you should consider protecting with a privacy fence screen.

  Getting a little privacy in your yard is great. Even when you have pleasant neighbors and live in a safe area, it’s sometimes just nice to get away from it all. This is why having a privacy fence can be a great idea, or you could get a privacy fence screen if you aren’t interested in getting an entire privacy fence set up.

  Some areas will benefit from these screens more than others would, and there are certain property features that might be worth protecting with a screen. Here are features you should consider protecting with a privacy fence screen. (more…)

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• Getting Fencing Installed When the Ground is Uneven

  • July 9th, 2021
  • Posted in fence installments
  • Tags: installation, outdoor landscape, residential property

  

  Today, we’ll be going over what makes installing fencing so difficult on uneven ground and what methods you can use to get your fence set up.

  It’s very rare to have a yard that is entirely flat. More often than not, you’re going to encounter yards that have uneven ground. Hills are going to make many landscaping tasks more difficult, and one of these tasks is the installation of a fence. Today, we’ll be going over what makes installing fencing so difficult on uneven ground and what methods you can use to get your fence set up. (more…)

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• How You Should Keep your Wooden Fence Maintained During Summer

  • June 18th, 2021
  • Posted in Residential Fencing Tips
  • Tags: Maintenance, outdoor landscape, summer

  

  If you want a wooden fence to last, you’re going to have to keep these maintenance suggestions in consideration.

  Maryland is getting ready for its first taste of summer. This is a season filled with a lot of gorgeous sunshine and captivating flowers. It also includes some less lovely things, such as summer storms and high humidity and heat. These rough weather conditions can do a lot to your outdoor landscape, and more specifically, your fence can take a hit if you have one made of wood. If you want a wooden fence to last, you’re going to have to keep these maintenance suggestions in consideration. (more…)

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