There are lots of options available in driveway materials, including asphalt, gravel, brick and pavers. In addition to variables like the cost, the look, and the durability of each, there’s another factor you may not have thought about, but which is important. That’s drainage.
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Picking the right shovel for the job saves time—and can save your back as well. Here are a few shovels you’ll want in your gardening lineup.
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Bob Vila Radio: Spring Fence Routine
A wooden fence is a beautiful accent on any home, but it takes some maintenance to keep it looking neat and trim. Spring is a great time for an annual fence spruce-up.
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The first job any gardener has this time of year is that all-important spring cleanup that starts with raking out any leftover leaves, debris, and the remains of last year’s annuals. Using the right rake for the job is half the battle.
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Bob Vila Radio: Pocket Doors
It takes about nine square feet of floor space to swing open a typical 3-foot-wide door. That’s a big chunk of real estate, particularly in a small space like a powder room. For tight quarters, consider the space-saving pocket door, which slides efficiently into a wall. A bonus: its easy operation makes a pocket door ideal for universal design applications.
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Bob Vila Radio: Cleaning Stainless Steel
The sleek look of stainless steel lends sophistication to any kitchen. But keeping those surfaces gleaming takes care and some old-fashioned elbow grease.
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Bob Vila Radio: Kraft Paper
If you’re starting a paint project and worry about protecting your floors, don’t just throw down a drop cloth. Consider kraft paper instead.
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Bob Vila Radio: Starting Seeds
If you get a thrill out of watching your garden grow, you might want to get a jump on the season by starting from seeds this year. Seeds are less expensive than young plants, so starting from seeds saves money, but the real benefit just might be the joy of seeing those new seedlings peek out of the soil for the first time.
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Bob Vila Radio: Historic Paint Colors
What comes to mind when you hear the phrase “historic color”? Do you envision a rather limited palette of muted grays, blues, and greens? It turns out you can choose historic paint shades, for use indoors and out, without sacrificing cheerful, vibrant colors.
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