Traditional concrete is treated to prevent water from soaking into it and through the material. This leads to erosion and soil loss when water drains off a patio, driveway, or other concrete structure in your yard. Installing pervious concrete lets the moisture flow through and soak into the soil below, and these five tips will help you get the most out of a slab made with this type of material.
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When it comes to covering up your windows, curtains, drapes, and blinds can all do the trick. But have you ever stopped to consider why you would want to cover up your windows in the first place? Sure, you need privacy in your home, and you may want to make sure the glare from the sun doesn't disrupt your sleep or obstruct your television or computer screen – but what if you could have the privacy and block the sun and the heat without sacrificing your view of the outside world?
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You know springtime is just around the corner when the ground begins to thaw and the temperature warms up. This also means you need to start planning for which new garden plants and flowers you want in your yard. This year you can make an easy garden mulch and weed barrier with old carpeting and shredded paper. These two common household items make surprisingly good landscaping supplies.
Old Carpeting As A Weed Barrier
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If you are designing your own earth home, you may spend countless hours considering materials, techniques, and layouts. However, the roof is often left out of your calculations until the end and many home builders find they face issues when looking for an eco-friendly, durable roof. One solution you should definitely consider is cedar.
Insulating Properties Add To Passive Solar Heating
If you are building an earth home, then you are probably well aware of the thermal properties of various materials that you will use for your walls.
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Loss of heat in your home during the cool fall and cold winter months can not only make you miserable, but it can substantial increase your heating bill. There are a number of things that you can do to improve the insulation of your home. This will increase the efficiency of your home, as well as keep you warmer for longer during those long winter nights.
Windows & Doors
Installing storm windows can be one of the most cost-effective improvements you can make to insulate your home from winter weather.
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