Author: Henry Parker

Tertiary Walks for Gardens and Greenery

Unlike the main walkways running to your house, the tertiary walks found in gardens and other more natural places have a much greater leeway in terms of size and composition. These allow your garden paths to look natural or eloquent, be wide or narrow, and use crafted or organic materials. Tertiary Walks Using Pavers Pavers … Continue reading “Tertiary Walks for Gardens and Greenery”

Building and Maintaining Masonry Walkways

You may have heard stories or seen old photos of life in the last century where the roads and sidewalks were brick or cobblestone. For some lucky areas, these features may even still exist in places. The good news is that you can create sidewalks with these traditional materials for your own home, and may … Continue reading “Building and Maintaining Masonry Walkways”

Building and Maintaining Concrete Walks

Poured concrete is one of the most common materials for sidewalk construction. These walks have the advantage of being flat, durable, and attractive. While not as easy to repair as other materials, a concrete walkway will provide years of low-maintenance enjoyment. There are three ways to install concrete. Precast concrete functions very similar to brick … Continue reading “Building and Maintaining Concrete Walks”

Single Stage vs. Two Stage Furnaces

An energy efficient furnace keeps you comfortable without running up high heating bills. Because the number of stages your furnace can operate in affects both its efficiency and its performance, it’s an important factor to consider when upgrading your heating equipment. A basic single-stage furnace is a reasonable choice if you’re on a budget, especially … Continue reading “Single Stage vs. Two Stage Furnaces”

Should You Dye Your Carpet?

A sad-looking old carpet can make the whole room look dated, but a replacement isn’t the only way to get the floor back into shape. Dye can breathe new life into a carpet and save you both money and time compared to a replacement. It’s an especially practical choice if your carpet’s pile is still … Continue reading “Should You Dye Your Carpet?”

Home Window Tinting 101

Your windows might give you a great view, but they also let in summer heat, glare, and damaging UV rays and give would-be thieves a chance to browse your valuables. With window tinting film, you can enjoy your view without the downsides. While window tinting can keep you cooler and protect your privacy, not every … Continue reading “Home Window Tinting 101”