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How to Remove Ice and Snow from a Brick Paver Driveway Without Using Salt
As winter draws near in Chicago and the suburbs, it’s time to gear up for the task of clearing our driveways, especially if they’re paved with bricks. While many of us traditionally reach for salt to combat icy patches, it’s worth reconsidering this approach, particularly if you have a brick paver driveway. In this blog, we’ll explore why salt might not be the best choice and discuss simple alternatives to keep our driveways in good shape. Let’s find effective ways …
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How to Install a Brick Paver Driveway?
Choosing the ideal style for your driveway is an important decision, with the potential to create a lasting impression on visitors and maintain the safety of your vehicles. Are you in search of a driveway that seamlessly combines efficiency with low maintenance, all while adding that extra wow factor? If so, a brick paver driveway is a style you should undoubtedly consider. It’s not just about aesthetics; a brick paver driveway embodies a plethora of qualities that make it an …
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How to Build a Fire Pit with Brick Pavers?
Imagine cool fall evenings spent with friends and family gathered around a crackling fire, sharing stories and sipping wine. A well-designed fire pit can turn this vision into a reality, adding warmth and charm to your outdoor living space. Have you ever wanted to create a cozy oasis in your backyard, complete with a fire pit built from durable and aesthetically pleasing brick pavers? In this blog, we’ll lead you through the steps to construct a brick fire pit, a …
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Best Ways to Cover a Patio to Protect From Heat, Cold, and Rain
Patios are a great addition to your home where you can sit and enjoy your morning coffee, host barbecues, and relax and play games with your friends and family. Having a patio installed increases the value of the property, extends the living space and gives you a place to sit outside and enjoy nature and the surroundings. However, patios have one major drawback, their usage is limited to a certain time and season. There are many great ways to cover …
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How to Clean Brick Patios Like a Pro?
Having a clean and well-maintained patio is not only aesthetically pleasing but also a necessity for living. Regular upkeep and cleanliness of your outdoor space can create an inviting and enjoyable oasis for relaxation, inviting guests, and spending quality time with family. An important task of this yearly ritual is to clean brick patios. You may have successfully completed your paver installation project, but after a while, your pavers may not look as clean as they did before. Accumulated dirt, …
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7 Inspiring Outdoor Kitchen Designs That Work With Low Budget
Life is meant to be enjoyed outdoors. With Memorial Day more or less marking the official start of summer grilling season, outdoor kitchens have been a popular trend since the late 1990s. However, finding the right design can be tricky with a tight budget, but it is not impossible when you have the right tips and guidelines. As the best chefs know, you don’t need ample space to make a gourmet meal; just a well-laid-out and organized plan can help …
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Steps for Building Retaining Brick Walls
Residential properties are enhanced by the construction of retaining walls. These brick structures add more than aesthetic appeal to the property. They serve many functional purposes, too. Homeowners planning on building a retaining brick wall will find the following steps useful. The functional purposes of retaining walls are numerous. Retaining brick walls clearly mark the boundaries of a home. The sloping yard around a property is more usable when retaining walls are properly installed. The brick walls also manage water …
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Main Differences Between Landscaping and Hardscaping
Homeowners who aim to enhance the appearance or functioning of their outdoor space will consider either landscaping or hardscaping. While the two are related, the projects are entirely different. Here are the primary differences to help homeowners take the right approach. Most homes are designed with aesthetically pleasing landscaping as well as functional hardscaping. Plants, shrubs, and trees growing in the yard are elements of landscaping. On the other hand, the driveway, patio, pool, and deck are considered components of …
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How to Get Your Yard Leveled for Pavers
Creating a beautiful outdoor living space can add value to your property, but getting started on the project is often easier said than done. One of the most important steps in beginning this kind of renovation is leveling the yard properly. When you’re looking to install new pavers for a patio, ensuring that your ground is even and stable makes all the difference when it comes to a lasting outdoor space – and luckily, we have tips for doing just …
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How to Install a Brick Patio DIY
Are you feeling inspired to add a touch of class and sophistication to your outdoor space? If so, installing a brick patio may be just the project for you. With the right knowledge and skills, this DIY job could have you stepping out onto your own custom-made area in no time. As well as completely transforming both the look and feel of your backyard, adding a brick patio is also a great opportunity to create unique finishing touches that reflect …
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