Posts Tagged ‘outdoor living’
Spring Home Maintenance Tips
April Showers Bring May Flowers…and Home Maintenance Spring is in the air which means it’s time to assess for any spring home maintenance that needs to be done. After a long winter it’s finally warm enough to head outside and check for any damage. Rainy days are just around the corner so do your due…
Read MoreHow To Design a Deck You’ll Love
Dreaming of Deck Time Many people used the unexpected stay-at-home back in 2020 to take stock and dream about what they will do when life settles. If a deck is on your wishlist, keep these basic elements in mind as you gather ideas and start planning. Thinking Through Design and Layout Location Pay close attention…
Read More5 ways to update your deck and patio this summer
This month, it took one week to go from winter to summer, from ice-covered lakes to 80 degrees. That’s what makes Minnesota exciting! Breaking out the shorts and sandals naturally makes us think about decks, patios, and hanging out with friends and family. If you’re ready to update and upgrade your outdoor living spaces, here…
Read MorePlant a tree on Arbor Day
Each April, people celebrate Arbor Day by planting a tree. Trees not only add beauty to neighborhoods, they add oxygen and remove pollution from the air, provide habitats for wildlife, help reduce cooling costs by shading homes, increase property values, and much, much more. The Minnesota DNR has great tips on how to choose, plant, and maintain…
Read MoreYour Backyard Living Space
Spring: the time of year the trees and flowers bloom–and so do the ideas for improving your home. Especially ways to add some quality outdoor living space to make your home even better. “Quality” outdoor living space means space that not only adds to your enjoyment and relaxation, but that also increases the beauty of…
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