Building a new dock this summer? Or perhaps repairing an existing one? The project can be exciting and rewarding, turning your waterfront property into a haven of relaxation and recreation! With careful planning, adherence to regulations, and quality construction and products, you can create a dock that will be long lasting against the elements and provide cherished memories for generations. Dive in and let’s make your dream dock into a reality!
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Feeling like your backyard could use a little privacy? Now that we’re in the dead of winter you may be thinking about adding something to your space as a sense of retreat. Or perhaps you’re reimagining your backyard oasis ahead of summer. No matter the area, large or small, inside or out, adding Blue Sky™ privacy screens can help you create the space of your dreams.
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New year, new…backyard? If you’ve been pushing off tackling projects around the house, the tradition of making a new year resolution could provide the motivation you need!
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You’ve taken the time and chosen all the right materials for your new deck, should it be any different with the fasteners that hold your deck together? Starborn® has been a leading name when it comes to deck fasteners and products since the 1980’s.
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Feeding birds can be a fun hobby in the winter months! Winter-loving species such as finches, sparrows, titmice, blue jays, woodpeckers, chickadees, and cardinals will become “locals” in your backyard during the winter, so taking the time to set up bird feeders in your yard could help them survive the harsh weather. Follow these tips to help wild birds survive and thrive in your backyard this winter.
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Consumers today are investing thousands of dollars into PVC or composite decking products in order to enjoy their outdoor space for half the maintenance and double the durability of traditional wood decking. Composite and PVC decking products are installed over pressure-treated framing that will decay much quicker than the decking it supports.
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After the cold weather lays everything bare, the “bones” of your garden become visible, and you can start to plan for how you want the space to look once the warm weather returns. End-of-season garden prep in the late fall can make a world of difference come spring. Here are a few checklist items to get you started.
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Already missing weekends lounging around at the cottage and dreaming about the new projects you’ll be tackling come spring? The upcoming Fall Cottage Life show is the perfect opportunity to check out the latest trends and gather the inspiration you need for revitalizing outdoor space in 2023.
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Decorating for the spooky season and the build-up to Halloween is something we all look forward to! As a child, you probably remember the best-decorated homes in your neighbourhood that were always the perfect trick-or-treating destination. Here are a few DIY Halloween decorating ideas that will leave your neighbours in awe.
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The changing leaves of fall are the perfect reason to start planning an amazing road trip in Ontario! We’re so lucky to live in a country that experiences the four seasons and even luckier to live in a province filled with over 300 Provincial Parks to explore in the gorgeous autumn months.
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