2015

How To Create A Wonderful Deck For Outdoor Entertaining

Summer is such a great time to invite friends and family members over to your home! If your plans include hosting some informal parties, perhaps you are interested in creating a wonderful deck for outdoor entertaining. If so, here are some things for you to consider as you make your plans.  A Large Deck - If you have the space, think about dividing your deck into sections that are divided by stairs that lead to different areas.

Transporting Cargo Across Canada? Special Provincial Regulations For The Truck Weight Scales

If you are a commercial or big truck driver who is going to be crossing into different provinces, it is important that you know the different regulations concerning the weigh stations. Before heading out, make sure you know how much your truck weighs alone, with the trailer empty and with the trailer loaded. This way, no matter where you are on the trip, you can obey the weighing rules and avoid fines.

Answering Common Questions About Roof Damage And Repairs

Roofing damage is a common issue that can strike any house. Unfortunately, some people have a weak understanding of this part of their house, and this can lead to them failing to understand a couple of the more common issues that impact roofs. Due to this lack of knowledge and experience, there is a strong chance that you could benefit from learning the answers to the following questions about routine roofing issues.

How To Choose The Right Paint Sheen

So, you picked the perfect paint color and you think you just have to buy that color and start painting, right? Wrong. The paint sheen is just as important as choosing the paint color. If you choose the wrong sheen for your paint, you could end up hating the color or having a painted wall that damages easily. The Different Types of Paint Sheen First, you must know the different types of paint sheen.

Three Spruce Problems To Watch For

Spruce trees can be a focal point in the landscape, whether you have a single large specimen or several smaller ones. They are generally low-maintenance, resisting many diseases and surviving weather extremes reasonably well. Occasionally though, a disease or problem makes it past their tough exterior and you need to decide whether the spruce can be saved or if it will require removal. Cooley Gall When gall occurs, the first thing you are likely to notice are light green oblong growths near branch tips in spring.