http://yardsurfer.com Fri, 23 Dec 2011 04:24:41 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 http://yardsurfer.com/patio-cover-plans/ http://yardsurfer.com/patio-cover-plans/#comments Tue, 28 Jun 2011 01:29:42 +0000 yardsurfer http://yardsurfer.com/?p=3332 If you want to make sure you have a lot of open space which you can make use of in maximum capacity, you should think about getting a patio cover.  These are essentially attached to open spaces by way of support beams, allowing people to effectively set up an open wide area that can be [...]]]> http://yardsurfer.com/patio-cover-plans/feed/ 0 http://yardsurfer.com/solar-screens-for-windows/ http://yardsurfer.com/solar-screens-for-windows/#comments Tue, 21 Jun 2011 21:25:32 +0000 yardsurfer http://yardsurfer.com/?p=3282 Reducing glare and protecting your home from excessive sunlight is now made easier thanks to new innovations in window shades and blinds. These days, solar screens for windows are very popular. If this is your first time to hear such term — a solar screen for windows, then here are a couple of facts about [...]]]> http://yardsurfer.com/solar-screens-for-windows/feed/ 0 http://yardsurfer.com/stair-lighting/ http://yardsurfer.com/stair-lighting/#comments Sat, 18 Jun 2011 05:51:28 +0000 yardsurfer http://yardsurfer.com/?p=3267 Motion Sensing Stair Lighting: Build for safety, motion sensing stair lighting consists of a small battery powered box with a motion sensor inside. These boxes require no wiring which lends to quick and easy installation. Simply mount a motion light to each stair using screws or double sided tape. When a person walks up to [...]]]> http://yardsurfer.com/stair-lighting/feed/ 0 http://yardsurfer.com/gutter-replacement/ http://yardsurfer.com/gutter-replacement/#comments Sat, 18 Jun 2011 05:47:07 +0000 yardsurfer http://yardsurfer.com/?p=3264 Homeowners frequently seek out professional help when their gutters need replacement, but you can save money by doing it yourself. The nice thing about gutter replacement is that it gives you a chance to choose a new style. You can select anything from rustic copper gutters to old-style “half round” gutters. In addition to aesthetic [...]]]> http://yardsurfer.com/gutter-replacement/feed/ 0 http://yardsurfer.com/grass-carpet/ http://yardsurfer.com/grass-carpet/#comments Thu, 16 Jun 2011 02:24:59 +0000 yardsurfer http://yardsurfer.com/?p=3256 Known as a grass carpet or area rug, these special kinds of outdoor carpets mimic a grassy lawn in both texture and color. The purpose of having a piece of carpet which looks like grass depends on the user. Some people like to place these carpets on their patio, while others like to create makeshift [...]]]> http://yardsurfer.com/grass-carpet/feed/ 0 http://yardsurfer.com/decomposed-granite-patio/ http://yardsurfer.com/decomposed-granite-patio/#comments Wed, 08 Jun 2011 15:21:58 +0000 yardsurfer http://yardsurfer.com/?p=3195 Decomposed granite is a high quality surfacing material which is similar to gravel in texture. However, DG is known to come in far more beautiful colors and varieties. Learn how to create a patio out of DG below. 1. Choose a Variety: A decomposed granite patio can be created with several different varieties of granite. [...]]]> http://yardsurfer.com/decomposed-granite-patio/feed/ 0 http://yardsurfer.com/pavers-over-concrete/ http://yardsurfer.com/pavers-over-concrete/#comments Wed, 01 Jun 2011 08:27:40 +0000 yardsurfer http://yardsurfer.com/?p=3141 Many home owners have patios, driveways and walkways which are made of concrete. Those who find these grey slabs rather bland may desire to replace the concrete with pavers. Some paver companies suggest tearing out the old concrete to create a sand/gravel base for the new pavers. However, it is possible to install pavers over [...]]]> http://yardsurfer.com/pavers-over-concrete/feed/ 0 http://yardsurfer.com/deck-railing-ideas/ http://yardsurfer.com/deck-railing-ideas/#comments Wed, 01 Jun 2011 08:09:00 +0000 yardsurfer http://yardsurfer.com/?p=3129 Before building a new deck, looking at examples can help to gauge what style you want to build. Whether you’re into contemporary, country or rustic deck styles, there is something for everyone. The following are three of the most widely used deck railing ideas which you can use to prepare for a new railing project. [...]]]> http://yardsurfer.com/deck-railing-ideas/feed/ 0 http://yardsurfer.com/driveway-gates/ http://yardsurfer.com/driveway-gates/#comments Sun, 22 May 2011 03:45:30 +0000 yardsurfer http://yardsurfer.com/?p=3036 Step1: Acquire a Permit: Although it is a hassle, permits are required for any gate crossing a road entering a residential area. Before building, obtain such a permit from your city. In many cases, these gates must also adhere to certain local building codes that specify things like height, strength and emergency access. Step 2: [...]]]> http://yardsurfer.com/driveway-gates/feed/ 0 http://yardsurfer.com/shade-cloth/ http://yardsurfer.com/shade-cloth/#comments Sun, 22 May 2011 03:29:58 +0000 yardsurfer http://yardsurfer.com/?p=3032 Pergolas and arbors are designed with open tops that let light pass through. If this extra light becomes a problem, such as when the hot sun overheats your patio, a pergola or awning can be covered in shade cloth. Shade is made by companies like Coolaroo and is designed to block the sun while allowing [...]]]> http://yardsurfer.com/shade-cloth/feed/ 0