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Archive for the ‘Outdoor Home’ Category

November 4th, 2008

Hang a November Wreath on Both Sides of the Door

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Actually, I remove my summer wreaths the first day of October and hang my autumn wreaths the very same day. While some people hang one wreath on the door, I want to enjoy a taste of autumn too and I do it by picking up two wreaths […]

By SP Bragg -- 1 comment

June 9th, 2008

The View from My Window

 
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I just wish this were the view from my window right now. It’s the view I think about when I hear the word “vacation” or “beach”. This was taken in 2003 in the Philippines. Gorgeous, isn’t it? And so peaceful.
My real view out the window is this:
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By Maricar -- 3 comments

May 15th, 2008

Three Simple Steps To An Amazing Deck Makeover

This post is a guest article by Jeff Wilson, of the DIY Network.
A deck makeover is a project that can repay you with delight and pride every time you step into your backyard.  By following three simple steps – one, clean; two, treat and three, deckcessorize — you can transform an uninviting deck into […]

By Maricar -- 16 comments

May 9th, 2008

Giveaway: Deck Makeover Kit from Thompson’s Water Seal

In his guest article, Jeff Wilson told us about the hottest trend in decks, and also how to care for these outdoor living areas. He mentioned Thompson’s Water Seal products that will help us have beautiful decks.
Now, for Keeping the Castle’s anniversary celebration this month, you’ll have a chance to win the products that […]

By Maricar -- 566 comments

May 9th, 2008

DIY Network’s Jeff Wilson Talks about Deck Care

This post is a guest article by Jeff Wilson, of the DIY Network.
 ASK THE DECKSPERT
Jeff Wilson is an experienced building professional, and you might have seen him hosting shows like Build A Deck and Build A Fence on the DIY Network.  Here he answers questions about decks and deck care, whether you’re […]

By Maricar -- 3 comments