Leaf Blower Buying Guide (Types of Leaf Blowers Explained)

Leaf blower buying guide

A comparison guide with an outline of the different types of leaf blowers, such as gas-powered versus electric and handheld versus backpack.

If you have a reasonably sized yard with more than a few trees, you’re going to have to deal with large amounts of leaves when fall kicks in.

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17 Creative Backyard Decoration Ideas

Backyard decor ideas

A list of 17 creative and cute backyard decoration ideas that will help transform your outdoor space into a cozy and stylish place to be.

Decorating the backyard is like adding that important finishing touch with simple yet effective ideas, without spending top dollar for a professional designer to come in.

The sky is the limit when it comes to decorating your backyard, with an endless amount of garden decor products and DIY options to consider.

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25 Decorative Bird Bath Ideas for the Garden

Decorative bird bath ideas for the garden

A guide with 25 unique and decorative bird bath ideas to provide water for birds and enhance the appearance of your garden or yard.

A bird bath in a garden or backyard space not only provides decorative value but can also support the conservation of wild birds.

Bird baths provide a much-needed water source for your favorite garden visitors, and are also an effective way to attract birds to a birdhouse in your backyard.

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10 Ideas for Old Tree Stumps in the Garden

Tree stump ideas for the garden

A guide with 10 landscaping ideas to repurpose old tree stumps in the garden, from creating furniture to turning them into decorative pieces.

Trees add fantastic value to the scenery in your backyard, regardless of the season. However, there may be a time when you have to cut down a tree, which will leave behind a tree stump.

Most people see tree stumps as useless or perhaps even an eyesore in their garden, but stump removal requires a lot of time and effort.

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How to Rake Leaves (10 Practical Tips)

How to rake leaves (10 practical tips)

This guide explores practical tips and ways to make raking leaves much easier and more effective, plus information on what to do with the leaves you collect.

Raking leaves, some people hate it, others love it. I don’t mind doing it at all, but mostly because I enjoy being outdoors and looking after my lawn.

As simple as it may sound, there is more to raking leaves than you might think. Choosing the correct rake type, using the right technique, and raking at the right time; there is a lot to consider.

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15 Different Types of Rakes for Domestic Use

Types of rakes explained

This guide explores the 15 most common types of rakes that can be used in and around the house, from the backyard to the garden and even the roof.

Did you know that there are literally dozens of different types of rakes available that all have their own characteristics and uses?

I was also surprised, but it makes sense when you consider all the different things one can do with a simple rake.

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How to Hollow Out a Tree Stump (3 Ways)

How to hollow out a tree stump

For many home gardeners, a tree stump can be a bit of an eyesore, and the urge to remove it can be hard to resist.

But preserving a tree stump and repurposing it into something decorative is worth trying. If you do have an old stump in your yard, one thing you can do is hollow it out and turn it into a decoration piece.

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How to Burn a Tree Stump (Step by Step Guide)

How to burn a tree stump

A complete guide explaining how to burn a tree stump so you can remove it with only a few tools and a bit of patience.

So you have an old tree stump in your garden or yard, and you’re thinking of removing it, or having it removed, by means of burning.

While there are various ways to remove tree stumps, burning is a cost-effective and relatively easy way to accomplish that goal with only a few tools and some patience.

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How to Remove a Tree Stump Without Using a Grinder

How to remove a tree stump without a grinder

A detailed guide with three methods to remove a tree stump without using a grinder: manually, with chemicals, or by burning it.

Felling a tree can be difficult work in and of itself, but the real challenge often comes with trying to remove the stump. Tree stump grinders are efficient and practical machines but also expensive.

The good news is that you can get rid of a tree stump without using a grinder. This can typically be done in three ways: manually, chemically, and by burning.

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How to Preserve a Tree Stump (Why and How)

How to preserve a tree stump

Learn how to preserve a tree stump for outdoor or indoor use in this guide, because old stumps can be repurposed in many different ways.

There are so many things you can do with a tree stump that it may be worth keeping it for future use. But preserving a tree stump is not as easy as it may sound and comes with risks and challenges.

In this article, I will discuss some of the reasons why you would want to keep those stubborn tree leftovers and give them a second life.

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