How To Guides

Common household pests and how to deal with them

household pests

At one point or another, being a homeowner will inevitably involve some type confrontation with unwelcome creatures. While this is often merely a nuisance and not particularly harmful, certain creatures can bring allergic reaction or, in the worst cases, harbor dangerous viruses or bacteria. Regardless, there is good reason to want to rid your place

5 resources to keep on file for your home maintenance needs

home maintenance resources

Your abode is the perhaps the first place you run to after a long day after work.  You also get to spend most of your free time at home with family and friends. Consequently, you must ensure that your home stays in almost perfect condition by providing that it undergoes periodic maintenance. Also, your home

Gardening tips that will stun your guests

gardening tips

Are you lucky enough to own a home? If so, you’ll definitely want to go above and beyond to keep your garden looking amazing. Just remember that a garden can be a lot of work. If you do not have the patience, you shouldn’t even get started. The good news is that there are some

How to spruce up your garden

front garden

Pretty much everyone would like to have a garden at home. A garden can undoubtedly beautify your home. Just remember that having a garden can be far more difficult than you could ever imagine. Some people do not have a green thumb. Others do not have a sense of style. This can make it difficult

Tips for keeping garden furniture looking good-as-new

outdoor furniture

When it comes to wear and tear, outdoor furniture gets the most of it. Let’s face it, furniture isn’t really meant to live outdoors but we do it anyway. The best thing we can do is try to make the furniture last as long as possible by taking proper care of it. There are many

How to choose the perfect flower wall

flower wall

A flower wall is the perfect addition to your wedding venue. It adds style, boosts the overall look and feel of the location, and even sets the mood for your guests. It is also one of the most common wedding backdrops, and guests would surely love to get their pictures taken in front of a

The top 4 easiest vegetables to grow in your garden

growing vegetables

Growing fresh produce inside your backyard is not just a great way to relax and to free yourself from all the stress of the busy life, but it is also a great opportunity to save money by harvesting your own fruits, vegetables, root crops, and herbs at little costs. Growing vegetables in your garden might

Easy apple-care guidelines for a Welsh gardener

trees

Did you know the age-old proverb ‘an apple a day keep the doctor away’ originated in Wales back in the 1860’s? The Welsh clearly have an affinity for apples. Due to its very high rainfall, one would not generally associate Wales with the growing of fruit. Yet, despite some areas of the country such as

The water wizard – a green guide to home irrigation systems

home irrigation systems

Are you looking for a beautiful garden without the hassle? Watering a large garden can take up a lot of time, particularly if you are self sufficient and grow your own food. This is because it requires you to water multiple times a day in peak summer periods, meaning that a home irrigation system could

10 essential camping tips for beginners

camping

You’ve been pretty much excited for this moment – your first camping experience. You envisioned it to be fun and full of adventures. Being immersed in nature and away from the city is a full bliss. Though it’s your first time camping, you know that you will ace it. In fact, you feel that you’re