Outdoor Living

Having a pool is a fantastic way to enjoy the summer months with friends and family. However, it’s so frustrating when you have cloudy water, especially if you have people coming over to use the pool. I know this is a frustration that Henry deals with since he is our pool boy. Not only does it look uninviting, but it can also be a breeding ground for bacteria and algae. Even if you regularly maintain your pool, cloudy water can still become an issue. But don’t worry, in this article, I’m sharing some tips and tricks on how to clear cloudy pool water fast!

Hardscaping is a great way to add curb appeal and spruce up the exterior of your home. It can also add value to your home and property by making it much more aesthetically pleasing from the outside. Let’s take a look at what exactly hardscaping is and how you can use hardscaping to improve the overall look of your home’s exterior.

Birds have always seemed to love our porches. If they were not perched on the railing, they were building nests on top of posts. While it seemed harmless at first, we quickly realized that birds can actually cause a lot of damage to a porch. Their droppings can stain and discolor porch furniture and their nests can block gutters and downspouts, causing water to back up and potentially cause damage. So, how do you keep birds off your porch? Read on to find out!

Everyone dreams of having the perfect outdoor escape, being able to relish in a beautiful day on their own covered back porch. It’s easy to let your imagination run wild with what could be, but actually making it happen can sometimes seem almost impossible. Don’t worry, though. I’m here to tell you that it is possible! But it’s all about the design and what elements you choose to include on your covered back porch. In this blog article, I’m going to share some of my favorite back porch ideas, as well as photos of our completed back porch design projects, to provide you with plenty of inspiration. So hopefully, this article will be a big help to you whether you’ve just started your back porch design process or you are wanting to update your existing back porch.

Boxwoods are one of my favorite shrubs to use in containers. I’ve always had great luck with them thriving and living for years. However, in our current home, our back porches don’t get much sunlight. This has made it difficult to use real boxwoods in these areas. So lately, I’ve been buying some faux boxwoods. And I’m actually loving the fact that they are maintenance-free. That means no watering, no pruning, and no mess!