Tag Archives: Decks

Happy Fourth of July!

Posted on June 29, 2011 by

Nothing says summer more than Fourth of July fireworks, hot dogs and watermelon. Living in the Washington DC area, we are fortunate to have any number of major fireworks displays practically in our backyards, including the National Mall. Our beautiful … Continue reading →

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Playing with Fire

Posted on May 2, 2011 by

May means it’s time to plant annuals, clean the porch, and dust off the charcoal grill. Yes, I said charcoal. Gas grills are great, but I still love the flavor of a burger cooked on my kettle grill. What I … Continue reading →

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Add Holiday Cheer to Your Yard

Posted on December 17, 2010 by

Your home is often center stage when it comes to outdoor holiday decorating, but all elements of your landscape including your fence, deck and patio can become props. Here are some ways to add holiday magic to the outdoors this … Continue reading →

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Winter Prep for Your Outdoor Living Space

Posted on December 9, 2010 by

The time has come to leave outdoor living spaces and ride out winter’s cold indoors. But before you batten down the barbecue and stow the patio cushions, don’t forget to take care of wooden structures – like decks, and pergolas … Continue reading →

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