We know, we know. Some people love snow and some people hate it. But whichever category you fall into, you need to be prepared for safely clearing snow from your deck this winter. We may not get much at all, or we may get dumped on. You never know in the Mid-Atlantic. When you’re finished […]
Winter is just around the corner. With long-range forecasts all over the place for Maryland and Northern Virginia, it’s best to prepare your home, yard, and even your patio pavers. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), The Farmer’s Almanac, and The Old Farmer’s Almanac all indicate there are equal chances our area will have […]
Thanksgiving has come and gone. We hope you were able to enjoy time with your family and spend some time outside as well. You may have left your outdoor furniture on the patio to accommodate guests who thought things were a bit crowded in the house. That’s fine, but now really is the time to […]
With Thanksgiving and Christmas just weeks away, you’re thinking of family and holiday get-togethers. You probably aren’t thinking about getting a new deck this winter. But did you know that if you need (or want) a new deck, winter is actually a great time for deck installation? Okay, hear us out. Except for the coldest, […]
Even in the midst of a pandemic, where so much is different this December, we can all agree that the holiday season brings a sense of excitement and anticipation. From decorating your home to helping little ones make holiday crafts, take the time to enjoy this special time of year. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hannukah, […]
If you’re like most people, you probably thought evergreens don’t need protecting. They’re beautiful with snow piled on the branches. They lend color to a landscape that might otherwise be filled with only shades of grey and brown. But broadleaf evergreens and conifers can suffer from winter damage called desiccation. In simple terms, desiccation means […]
Recently, we gave you some tips on how to protect your patio and walkways from the harsh weather of winter. This week, we have some winterization tips to protect the rest of your outdoor living space. You may have some or all of these features in your space. Feel free to skip over anything that […]
We know, we know. It’s tough to think about winter when we recently had temperatures near 80 degrees. But when the calendar flips to October, the nights get cooler and the days start getting shorter. That means winter is not far away. If you’re tired of seeing brown and grey in your landscape all winter […]
