How to Put Up a Wire Fence With T-Posts

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A wire fence set in place with metal T-posts is a quick, economical way to keep animals in place and set boundaries for your property. Depending upon the terrain you are fencing and the animals you are penning, you may be able to build most of the fence with T-posts. The exception would be the corn

Backyard Fire Pit

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We live in a fast pace world. Most new products are geared towards producing things faster. Have you stopped to listen to any of the advertisements on the radio and television? If you do you will realize the number of times words like faster, quicker, speedier are used.

Growing Ground Cherries From a Seed

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Ground cherries, also known as husk tomatoes and gooseberries, are a member of the Physalis family and are related to tomatillos. The plant reaches up to 30 inches tall and has growing requirements similar to a tomato plant. The fruit of the ground cherry plant is yellow-orange and tastes like a mil

How to Kill a Ficus Stump?

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Ficus, scientifically named Ficus benjamina, is a type of fig tree that originated in Asia. Gardeners typically prize this tree for its ability to reach 60 feet and height and form a wide canopy of drooping branches. Oftentimes, ficus must be cut down when the outgrow their planting site, cast too m

How to Make a Craft Stick Picnic Table

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Creating miniature furniture and decorative settings takes fine skills of construction and presents challenges to the new craftsman. Craft sticks make inexpensive construction material and most craft stores carry them in large packages so you'll have plenty to experiment with. With a few tools and s

What Are Roaster, Broiler & Fryer Chickens?

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Knowing how you want to prepare chicken and then which types of chickens will give you the best results is the way to have a perfect poultry supper. Chicken meat gets tougher and leaner the older the bird is. Chickens are named by the method of preparation that is best for each type.

How to Add Privacy Lattice to an Existing Fence

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Lattice toppers installed to an existing fence not only add decorative detail, but raise the overall height and increase privacy and security. Wooden lattice sheets are available in 8-foot-wide sheets with diagonal or square patterns, allowing you to choose the one that meets your preference. You mu

Substitute for Rock Wool

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Rock wool, also known as mineral wool is used for loft insulation. However if you are looking for a more ecologically friendly material to use there are a number of alternative options on the market. These rock wool alternatives are made from non-toxic materials that are safe to install. You need no

How to Make Asphalt

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Asphalt is a type of concrete that is used to pave driveways and roads. It is composed of particles of rocks and sand, called aggregate, which are mixed with hot asphalt cement. This cement is a by-product of crude oil production and resembles tar. The asphalt acts as a bonding agent to seal the agg

How Do I Take Care of a Mock Orange?

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Mock orange trees (Philadelphus species) imitate the fragrant blossoms of real oranges, but since they're not related to true oranges, they tolerate cold weather. Most will thrive up to U.S. Department of Agriculture Zone 5, with some cold-hardy varieties surviving even farther north. Mock orange gr

How to Gravity Feed Drip Irrigation

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You can create a self-contained, gravity-fed water barrel system that's capable of providing drip irrigation for your vegetable gardens and flower beds. The system frees up your garden hose for other uses, enables you to deliver measured quantities of liquid fertilizer or soil-correcting chemicals a

Woodworking Plans and Projects for Christmas

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Christmas is one of the biggest holidays of the year, and decorations are a great way to get into the holiday spirit. Christmas is a perfect opportunity for you to show off your wood working skills and a great time to practice your art. One of the cheapest and most rewarding ways to furnish your hom

How to Get Rid of Algae on Decks

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In humid locales, algae is always a possibility. It grows over most surfaces given the chance, including your deck. Fortunately, ridding your deck of algae growth need not be difficult or expensive. With a single bleach treatment you can strip away the growth, leaving behind a clear, clean deck. It'

How to Edge a Garden With Natural Field Stone

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Using field stones to form garden walls creates an attractive terracing effect, because the beds are elevated above the grass areas. This makes the plants in the upper beds easier to view. In addition, a properly installed field stone wall can last hundreds of years, adding a valuable feature to the

How to Remove a Concrete Walkway

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Concrete is a generally solid material that usually outlasts most other materials used for walkways; however, for a number of reasons ranging from incorrect installation to extreme weather, even durable concrete can deteriorate over time. Whether you need to remove a concrete walkway because of dete

How to Install Stockade Fence

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Stockade fencing is a retro look for fencing that provides privacy as well as security. Traditionally, stockade fences were built by installing logs vertically, side by side with their ends buried deep in the ground. This was nearly impenetrable by people and animals. You can install a stockade fenc

How to Build a False Wall for a Dishwasher

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Retrofitting a dishwasher into an existing kitchen can be daunting for a homeowner who wants a stylish, useful kitchen. A dishwasher sitting away from your kitchen's base cabinets and countertop can look out of place. Situated at the end of the countertop, it can appear to be an afterthought. The so

Kentucky Plant Identification

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Kentucky's botanical history is littered with trailblazers who found inspiration in the rolling hills of the Bluegrass state. Texts listing the flora of Kentucky began appearing as early as the mid-1700s by botanists who trekked the land on foot, recording as they went. Specific plants are identifie

How to Change the Belt on a John Deere

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There are a couple of different signs that a John Deere fan belt needs to be replaced. The temperature gauge may increase suddenly, and you may notice the smell of burning rubber. When this happens, stop using your machine before the belt breaks. It only takes a few easy steps to replace the belt on

How Is Turf Grown?

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Turf is one garden product that people find they love once they purchase it. Turf affords you the opportunity to have an €instant garden' that does not require the tremendous effort of manual seeding. However, ...