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8 Deck and Patio Ideas for Your Hampton Roads Backyard

2021-02-19T16:51:52+00:00

You’ve decided that you want to add hardscapes to your VA backyard. How about adding a deck, patio or deck/patio combination to your Virginia Beach outdoor space? Patios & Decks—What’s the Difference? There are some key differences between a patio and a deck. For example, a deck is off ground while a patio is level with the ground. Also, decks are made from wood or wood composite, and patios are made with pavers, bricks or other masonry. Here are some other differences between a patio and a deck: Plants, trees and shrubs are used as [...]

8 Deck and Patio Ideas for Your Hampton Roads Backyard2021-02-19T16:51:52+00:00

Natural Stone Benefits

2021-01-01T16:33:57+00:00

Nothing adds warmth and beauty to your home, quite like natural stone. A dull entryway can be transformed, and a pathway made magical with the endless variety and choices available. You will never go wrong from a large patio to a small fire pit by choosing a real stone. Let’s take a look at the specific benefits of choosing stone for your next hardscape project.  Adds Natural Beauty & Curb Appeal Individual pieces of stone are unique and beautiful with their blend of tones, colors, and textures. Manufactured product [...]

Natural Stone Benefits2021-01-01T16:33:57+00:00

3 Winter Tips for Your Natural Stone Pavers

2020-12-14T12:19:18+00:00

Hardscapes endure a good deal of wear and tear throughout the year. It’s easy to think of maintaining them during the spring storms or the heavy summer traffic. But in the winter, we are happily basking in the warmth of our homes, and thoughts of our outdoor spaces are relegated to dreams of the summer past or planning for future gatherings. This is the time when Nature’s beastly weather takes its toll on our natural stones. Here are three tips for natural stone care and maintenance through the winter. 1.     [...]

3 Winter Tips for Your Natural Stone Pavers2020-12-14T12:19:18+00:00

Prepare Your Outdoor Kitchen For Winter

2020-11-09T15:50:59+00:00

Winter is coming! Thankfully here in Southern Virginia, we don’t get the harsh winters that our friends up North do, but it’s still important to prep your outdoor kitchen equipment for cold weather and the occasional freezes. Generally, December thru March are the months that have the highest likelihood of a freeze in the coastal Mid-Atlantic area. (https://climate.usurf.usu.edu/reports/freezeDates.php?ntwk=GHCN&sSubmit=Select&acronym=US&sSubmit=Select&g_state=VA) Taking these steps in mid to late fall will ensure the longevity of your outdoor appliances, grills, counters, cabinets, and cooktops and reduce the need for costly springtime repairs. Clean it! Thoroughly scrape, clean, buff, and polish your grill, outdoor refrigerator, [...]

Prepare Your Outdoor Kitchen For Winter2020-11-09T15:50:59+00:00

Make Your Outdoor Spaces Cozy

2020-09-02T20:55:29+00:00

The patio is finished and your outdoor kitchen is ready for your first al fresco meal. But where will your guests sit? It’s time to furnish your outdoor space. When it comes to finding the right outdoor furniture, you start indoors. What’s your style for your indoor living room, dining room, and kitchen? Do you want that style to flow from the indoors to the outdoors, or do you want a more relaxed atmosphere for summertime entertaining? Here are six ideas for making your outdoor spaces cozy this fall: Pick outdoor furniture that’s weather-resistant. Keep in mind though, that [...]

Make Your Outdoor Spaces Cozy2020-09-02T20:55:29+00:00

Plants for Outdoor Living

2020-08-21T14:49:43+00:00

Plants for outdoor living Much of the joy that comes with having an outdoor living space comes from mixing the comfort of your house and the beauty of nature. Adding a splash of color can be as easy as adding a few potted plants to your deck, or as large as framing your deck with a border of shrubbery. Container plants are versatile, easy to maintain and work well to soften the hard corners of your patio design. Mix and match these elements to create your unique outdoor garden room. Container plants Adding a few [...]

Plants for Outdoor Living2020-08-21T14:49:43+00:00

Liven Up Your Landscaping: Use Color

2020-07-30T13:13:36+00:00

Landscaping is not just the placement of gardens, waterscapes, and hardscapes; it is also the color. Working the right hues into your accessories and décor, as well as your garden plants can accent your landscape and create a flowing and beautiful place to enjoy your time outside. 1. GO BRIGHT! Reds and oranges tend to be real eye-catchers. Using brightly colored plants can not only highlight your favorite parts of your landscape but also drawing attention away from areas such as trash can storage or air conditioner units. Bright colors remind us of warm tropical [...]

Liven Up Your Landscaping: Use Color2020-07-30T13:13:36+00:00

Improving Outdoor Living Spaces with a Fireplace

2020-07-16T16:04:41+00:00

For the last million years, our human ancestors have distinguished ourselves from other animals by our mastery of fire. We have used it for light, warmth, to keep predators at bay, and of course, for cooking. From primitive fire pits dug into the ground to grand and glorious marble fireplaces, humans still appreciate fire. Modern fireplaces and firepits have a variety of compositions, purposes and fuels. What fire feature is best suited for your landscape? Choosing a location Choosing a location is probably the first thing you will do. Fire pit placement is a decision that [...]

Improving Outdoor Living Spaces with a Fireplace2020-07-16T16:04:41+00:00

FB #2882

2020-06-24T21:06:47+00:00

15 Methods to Pet-Proof Your Garden Every gardener battles to protect their prized plants from their curious pets. The softness of newly turned soil is so inviting they often can’t refuse to investigate. Then some cats and dogs just like to munch on your plants. Here are some methods to make portions of your backyard less attractive to your pet, and other critters, without affecting visual appeal. Start with Scent Your pets navigate their world with their nose. You can to set up a scent boundary to stop them in their tracks. Add Spice Many of [...]

FB #28822020-06-24T21:06:47+00:00

Petscaping 101: Plants to Protect your Pets

2020-06-05T14:17:03+00:00

We protect our cats and dogs from ticks and fleas with collars, topical preventives, and even chewable tablets, but here in Virginia, it still might not be enough. After taking precautions and still finding one of these creatures on your darling pet, you might want to consider some landscape options to deter these unwanted visitors from coming into your backyard. Use these plants we are providing you to keep pests away from your pets and help protect them! First, keep your lawn relatively short as ticks and fleas love to hide out in tall grass. Next, consider planting one of [...]

Petscaping 101: Plants to Protect your Pets2020-06-05T14:17:03+00:00
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