Garden Water Fountains

Author: irsyad  //  Category: LANDSCAPING

Garden water fountains have been around for ages, but were mostly used by the truly green thumbs of us all.  However, with some more modern artists getting into making them, they have taken a different turn.

Classic Stone Fountain:

The classic stone fountains would be such creations as:

- Cupid
- The 2 children dancing
- Dolphin sprouting water
- Children pouring a water jug

These are just a few of the classics that were made from stone or ceramic. They have stood up against the test of time, and gives a certain charm to your garden.These types of fountains have also been known to attract certain types of wild life, such as birds, and squirrels, both who seem not to be able to get enough of them.

Brighten Your Landscape With Solar Power Lighting

Author: irsyad  //  Category: LANDSCAPING

If you want to save time and money on garden or yard lighting, consider solar power lights. These are powered by the sun, charging by day and shining by night, so you won’t have to worry with hiring an electrician to wire your lights or running cables underground to keep them from being an electrical hazard. Solar lighting has become extremely popular in garden and yard decor because solar lights can easily be added to any area without hassle. They are affordable and will last for many years if you buy high quality products.

Another fantastic aspect of solar power lighting is there are now many themes to choose from to brighten your landscape. You’re no longer limited to merely lamps to line your walking paths. Solar power decor items are available in almost any garden design imaginable.

Cast Iron Outdoor Furniture

Author: irsyad  //  Category: LANDSCAPING

Elegant and ornate, outdoor furniture made from cast iron is quite simply built for any weather conditions. Dining sets, chaise lounges, tables and chairs, when made from forged iron, will be the most durable outdoor furniture you can find. Well-made furniture pieces will work years for you, without needing much in the way of maintenance. Cast iron is made especially for use outdoors, so pieces made from it can stand up to strong sun, hail, snow, wind or rain, and it will still look beautiful with timeless style.

Lawn chairs made from iron are nearly indestructible, and homeowners love the forged iron, in back yards of every type of house from mansions to tract houses. Today’s pieces from the foundry are a superlative choice for gardens, porches and patios.

Gazebo Netting

Author: irsyad  //  Category: LANDSCAPING

A gazebo is a free standing structure usually built in area that has a good or interesting view. It can be built square, round, or octagonal to suit the homeowner. The gazebo can be used for entertaining, dining or just lounging away from the main house. Some gazebos are built large enough to house a complete summer outdoor kitchen. They are built of metal materials such as aluminum, wrought iron or steel as well as of wood and stone. Whatever your gazebo is made of you should consider a cover for the gazebo based upon the weather and insect population in your area. The gazebo may be built to be sturdy but as with all stable materials your gazebo is not indestructible.

How to Install a Winter Pool Cover

Author: irsyad  //  Category: LANDSCAPING

WINTER COVER INSTALLATION – IN GROUND:

1. The cover rests upon and is supported by the poolwater. Therefore,prior to cover installation, it is important to make sure the pool is notleaking.

2. Follow the pool manufacturer’s/builder’s winterizing instructions foryour pool and accessories.

3. Consult with your pool dealer on the appropriate winterizing chemicals to be used. The pool must be chlorinated until freeze-up to prevent algae growth.

4. Although your wintercover is made of a tough material, it is required that you pad sharp corners, abrasive decking, protrusions, rough edges of the coping, etc. with old towels, foam remnants or corrugated cardboard, etc.