Your cat is a part of your family, so ensuring that it is kept safe and contained is important. Unfortunately, cats can be little magicians when it comes to escaping. They will squeeze out of small areas and use their claws to shimmy up fences and trees to go and explore the world. If you have a chain link fence, your cat will likely use it to get out. Consider the links little ladders for…
Is there such a thing as dog-proof landscaping? A picture-perfect lawn may not be attainable with an energetic dog on the loose. But a safe yard – one that’s comfortable for both human and canine family members – is possible. A fenced-in yard is the perfect place for your best friend to romp and relax. Check out our list of fence types for dogs. Once your pet is contained with the right fence, there are…
Treating an old wood fence with a protective stain will not only keep your fence looking great, it will protect it from the elements. There are several ways to stain a wood fence including a paint brush, roller or paint sprayer. For larger projects, it may be worth the money to invest in a quality sprayer, as it will make the job go much faster. For smaller projects, staining a wood fence with a simple…
Having a pool on your property is undoubtedly an enviable luxury — yet there are one or two issues, namely safety and privacy. A fence can solve both those issues — but which fence should you choose for your pool? It depends on where your priorities lie. Read on to learn more.
If you are going to re-stain your fence or deck you need to make sure you properly clean the surface area prior to applying the new stain. Properly cleaning the material ensures that the stain you apply will adhere properly and last longer. Proper cleaning of the wood will also bring the fence back to life and make it look newer. Over time, dirt, mold, moss, grease and other materials can adhere to the fence…
If you are like most people, the exterior of your home isn't aesthetically friendly all the way around. Maybe you have a deck that you use the underside for storage or have a firewood pile that is an eye soar. There are a couple of options to take care of these areas, one of them being to build a fence around them and block the view. However building a fence may not always be the…
It is no secret that we treasure our relationships with our fuzzy canine friends and in northwest it can be a love and hate relationship. Dogs are great, but with them come a long trail of dirt and mud, especially during the wet winter months. So how can you have the best of both worlds? Build a dog run, of course. The problem with dogs in a backyard is that during the winter they can…
