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• Five Tips to Help the Paint on Your Timber Fencing Last as Long as Possible

  14 August 2015

  When you own a painted timber fence, you occasionally will have to repaint it. If you want your painting efforts to last as long as possible, there are a number of things you can do. Take a look at these tips: 1. Repaint every time your fence fails the bead test When you paint a timber fence, the paint acts much like a seal, preventing moisture or insects from penetrating your fence, and as a result, if you delay or procrastinate on repainting your fence, you increase the chances that the timber will wear down and get damaged.

• 3 Walkthroughs To Do As Your Home Is Built

  5 August 2015

  Many people are not sure about how many times they should visit the construction site of their new home before the builders hand over the completed home. While it is advisable to visit the construction site as many times as you can, there are certain visits that carry more weight than others do. This article discusses three important walkthrough visits that you should make before you occupy the new home:

• 8 Outdoor Kitchen Essentials

  24 July 2015

  An outdoor living space is a wonderful extension of your home, and great for entertaining in the summer months. So, what must you have to complete your outdoor cooking experience? Prep Space: Choosing a weather resistant material that is attractive and compliments your outdoor appliances is essential. You don't want to have to run in and out of the house for every little thing, so enough space to bring your ingredients outside and enjoy your company properly while you are preparing the meal is the best expression of a full outdoor kitchen.

• Key Elements for Quality Asphalt Driveways

  7 July 2015

  Whether you plan to build an asphalt driveway for residential or commercial properties, there are key elements that can make or break the longevity and dependability of the driveway. A great asphalt installation job not only makes the investment worthwhile, but it also removes the hazards of potholes or other present road issues. A good asphalt driveway is also aesthetically pleasing, which will provide a modern look for your house. Keep reading in order to learn the four key elements when it comes to asphalt driveways.

• Choosing the Right Drain Grate for Your Driveway

  30 June 2015

  The drawbacks of poor drainage in residential driveways include reduced aesthetics and damage of the surface construction material. In addition, the stagnant water provides a suitable habitat for microbial growth and a breeding ground for potentially dangerous insects. You can resolve this problem by installing a new drain line which will redirect the run-off water from your driveway to a suitable location. You will also need to purchase an appropriate drain grate for the new line to prevent clogging of the channel by debris and limit accidental falls.