For many, one of the takeaways from the past year has been finding new ways to safely enjoy time outdoors. Spending more time with family, finding different ways to be creative or just sprucing up your outdoor space to make it a little more private are all ways that you can enjoy fresh air without […]
Vinyl fences are an ideal type of fence, as they require no maintenance and will not warp, discolor or ever need painting. Vinyl is made with PVC (polyvinyl chloride), where PVC resin is combined with other ingredients that give the fence strength, durability and weatherability. Many customers prefer vinyl fencing to traditional wood fencing because […]
Today I want to share with you my garden space and how I keep all my lil’ critters out! I have a lot of critters around my place. These are not your typical critters, but they are by definition critters. They possibly could even sometimes be considered little varmints when it comes to playing outside in the garden. By […]
You know Scott, that friend who started his company, plus his adorable family? We are great friends with Jenna and Scott and they just so happen to live in an adorable bungalow not far from ours… I love their house too and decided that they could use some fencing. Cute fencing. Easy fencing. Who doesn’t […]
Selecting a fence material is an important and often tough decision: do I want vinyl? wood? chain link? What will look best on my property? What will stand the test of time? Do I want to do the upkeep or should I pick one that is low maintenance? Wood fences have been around for centuries. […]
Three or four times a week, one of my kids (or one of their friends) walks, runs or rides their bike into this tree and hurts themselves! That’s why I am so excited about Connections Decorative Fencing, available at Lowe’s. Connections™ is a fabulous to use short term or long term. It’s also flexible, affordable and low-maintenance. […]
Uneven terrain, sloped, or hilly yards don’t have to be challenging when it comes to installing a fence. There are several ways to make your property enjoyable and secure when the terrain is not perfectly flat. There are a few options to choose from when installing this type of fence based on your yard: a […]
Installing a fence in your yard requires a lot of planning and preparation before you begin. Knowing where to place the fence, what materials you need, style of fence you desire, and many more questions need to be determined prior to walking in to your home improvement store to buy your materials. We’ve put together […]
There seems to always be a house project to complete. From simple projects like painting a room a new color and changing out kitchen cabinet hardware to more involved projects like bathroom and kitchen remodels. There’s also outdoor projects like adding on decks and fences or beautifying the outside of your home in some way. I actually […]
Shopping for a vinyl fence but not sure on some of the terminology? We’re here to help! Below we’ve gathered some of the more common terms associated with vinyl fence buying and installation. Knowing what the different parts of a vinyl fence are called will make it easier to ask questions and understand your fence […]
It’s a fact of life that everyone has trash cans. My husband and I decided to build a trash can enclosure to hide our big trash cans, and today I’m going to show you how we did it and how you can build one too! PLUS, I’m excited to be giving away a Connections Fencing […]
You want your fence to not only look nice, but to be able to withstand the elements that Mother Nature throws at us. When it’s really windy out, you may wonder if your fencing system will withstand heavy winds and rain. If it’s a wind code approved fence, then most likely your fence will hold […]
We have a pool heater, pool filter and two air conditioning units on the side of our home. They are along the sidewalk that everyone uses to walk around our home, and there is nothing pretty about it. I was excited to partner with Freedom Connections Decorative Fencing and fence everything in! Freedom Connections™ is a flexible, […]
Freedom® is bringing a whole new standard to outdoor living. When it comes to products, we manufacture the best in the business. And when it comes to product warranty coverage, we give you the best warranty in the business! We are proud to offer an industry-leading transferable limited lifetime warranty on Freedom products, sold exclusively […]
We spent all of 2015 working on the interior of our fixer upper house, and we barely touched the exterior. While we have a LOT to do, we’re slowly chipping away at our long “to do” list. We’re working at upping the curb appeal of our home, and there was a certain eyesore smack dab […]
I was given the opportunity to try out the Connections Decorative Fencing product {available at Lowe’s} and knew it would be a great way to cover up the unattractive space under our deck. As much as I’d love to say I am married to a guy who wants to spend his weekend tacking up lattice so our […]
Homeowners and property managers looking to install a swimming pool will need to understand the pool code rules mandated by the International Code Council (I.C.C.), or known by their former name, the Building Officials and Code Administrators (B.O.C.A.). They outline strong safety standards for swimming pool fences. In an effort to eliminate accidental drowning of […]
Our driveway looked like a junkyard. I swear we have about 50 bikes that only fit when they are hung at the back of the garage. The only problem with that is that no one can lift them off the hooks except me and Brian. So In the summer they have to be outside so the kids […]
I have a pretty big, fenced-in backyard. It’s one of the reasons we bought this house almost nine years ago. With dogs and kids, having a large, enclosed yard to run around in is a huge plus. Originally, the yard had nothing but a small concrete patio and our deck jutting out into it. Over […]
I love my garden. I love my dogs. Unfortunately they don’t always co-exist. I remember my dad trying in vain to keep our dog out of his tomato plants when I was a kid. And now it’s my turn, trying to find a way to keep my two dogs out of my backyard garden. Our […]
My backyard has been an ongoing project since we moved into our home 10 years ago. Work has been sporadic, to say the least, but we’ve ended up with a fairly nice place for our 4 kiddos to play. And a nice little place for us to relax. The area in the back corner of […]
My 30 Day Makeover has been a little like eating potato chips for me. My family and friends know that I can’t just stop, obviously either one. On the home improvement side, I simply can’t stop making things look better. I’m enjoying the progress too much. Now that the back yard looks so amazing, the […]
