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How to Use a Tile Stripper Safely and Effectively

If you’re planning on re-flooring a kitchen or bathroom, a tile stripper is an excellent tool to have on hand. Rather than removing tiles one by one with a hammer and chisel, a tile stripper uses a vibrating blade to lift large areas of tile quickly and easily. As with any power tool however, a… Read more »

Making Mulch With a Wood Chipper

Savvy gardeners known that mulching is the icing on the top of the proverbial cake of every healthy flowerbed. Mulch doesn’t just make gardens look nice; it also helps to keep them weed-free and well fertilized. As the mulch decomposes every year, it adds a layer of compost to the soil that makes it more… Read more »

5 Tips for Painting Your Home’s Exterior

With the sunny days of summer in full swing, many homeowners are taking advantage of the nice weather by treating their homes to some seasonal TLC. While some folks are just tidying up flowerbeds and pressure washing the deck, other more ambitious souls are preparing to give their homes a fresh coat of paint. Painting… Read more »

Dethatch Your Lawn and Bring Back the Green

Thatch consists of the accumulated stems, leaves, and roots that build up on top of the soil in your lawn. While some thatch is a natural feature of all lawns, too much thatch can constrict the root systems of grasses, causing them to thin and wither overtime. A lawn with excessive thatch will feel spongy… Read more »