Spending a beautiful afternoon on a porch swing can be an excellent way to enjoy your property. However, a porch swing will be subjected to rather extreme weather conditions, and you will need to appreciate the steps for minimizing the problems that a porch swing can be prone to experiencing.
Staining
Stains can be an issue common for wood porch swings. Often, these stains will be a product of algae or mildew growing on the wood.
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Pests can be a major problem in any home. Termites, rodents, and other insects can damage walls and affect the structural integrity of a home. Many homeowners mistakenly believe that this is a problem that is mainly found in older homes. However, pests can wreak havoc in new construction homes as well. Pest control services should be used from day one in order to prevent major issues down the road. Here are three tips for pest control in new construction homes.
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Your home is one of the biggest assets you have, and along with that investment, you probably have quite a hefty amount of money invested in the belongings inside. It is no big secret that carrying homeowner's insurance is one of the smartest decisions you can make. However, homeowner's insurance alone sometimes falls short when you really need the added protection for your home and the things in it. If you are a new homeowner, you are bound to be curious about how a home warranty can help ensure when this happens, you are not left in a tough spot.
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Ever since the movie "Under the Tuscan Sun" became popular, people who've never even visited the region have been dreaming of the warm hues and time-worn furniture typical of the Italian countryside. While Tuscany is, indeed, a part of Italy, aspects of the décor style are unique to the region. Add Tuscan flair to your room décor.
Start with an Earthy Palette
Attractive design starts with cohesive elements, in this case a color scheme.
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If you take pride in your home and garden, you may find few things more annoying than a dirt volcano or fresh tunnel marring your picture-perfect grass. This can be a telltale sign of a mole or vole infestation. How can you know what type of rodent you're dealing with, and what are your options to eradicate these pests for good? Read on to learn more about some of the differences between these two members of the rodent family, as well as some of your prevention and treatment methods if you'd like to avoid the resulting damage to your garden and lawn.
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