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Try These 3 Excellent Mosquito Repelling Tips

Mosquitoes are frustrating, especially when they take over your yard during the summer months when you like to hold parties. When you have a mosquito problem, you can try the following 3 remedies to get rid of them and make your party more pleasant. Spray Your Patio with Vinegar First off, you need to make your yard and patio seem as unattractive as possible to the mosquitoes. They are looking for sweet smells, and vinegar will do just the trick to get rid of the pleasant smells you may bring. Read More 

Seven Versatile Furnishings That You Need In Your Man-Cave

When you are outfitting your man-cave, don't make it a catchall for the stuff that gets weaned from the rest of the home. Be purposeful in your design and configuration of the space, and find some durable furnishings that offer multiple functions and convenience. This is the best way to adapt to entertaining or accommodating a group, whether for a party or a game. Look for these seven versatile furnishings when refurbishing your man-cave: Read More 

Ending A Long-Term Relationship On Amicable Terms When It Comes To Personal Property

When two people have invested a lot of time into a relationship, things can turn sour real quick when the relationship is over. This is because there are often hurt feelings and resentment that their time has been wasted. Because of this fact, sorting through property that has been obtained during the relationship and determining who gets what can lead to a lot of friction. If you want to try and leave the relationship on more amicable terms, there are a few key things to keep in mind that may help. Read More 

Benefits Of Sandy Soil For Your Garden

Sand is the last thing you would expect to want in your backyard garden, but it's actually preferred by some gardeners when growing certain plants. Sandy soil has some advantages for certain crops over more the more traditional clay soil. Is sandy soil right for your new garden? Here are some benefits to consider. Easier to Start Gardening Have you ever thrown out your back while trying to start a garden from scratch? Read More 

Two Common Causes Of Sprinkler System Water Leak

Sprinklers should only release water from their heads, and only when the system is turned on. Unfortunately, some damaged sprinklers can leak water from their heads even when they are turned off, or even from other places other than the heads. Here are two common causes of this problem, and how you can troubleshoot which problem you are facing: Low-Head Drainage In low-head drainage, water continues to flow from some your sprinklers (or one of them) even after turning them off. Read More