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Compost Bin: $44.00 (plus tax)

Helps create compost from yard waste, fruits

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The Green Cone: $105.15 (plus tax) Breaks down all cooked

foods and meat Pre-purchase a Green Cone or Compost Bin until March 23rd. Join us for free composting

and rain harvesting workshops March and April! Visit www.rdos.bc.ca for details. Pre‐purchase loca�ons March 1st to 23rd

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250‐490‐4129

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Compost Bin Pre-Sale and Free Rain Barrel Workshops

Working with a series of business and municipal partners, the Regional Dis-trict of Okanagan-Similkameen invites residents to pre-purchase compost bins and attend free workshops on compost-ing and rainwater harvesting across the RDOS.

Residents can pre-purchase compost bins or Green Cones from participat-ing locations from March 1 to 23. Pre-purchased bins will then be available for collection by April 22, Earth Day.

In Penticton, residents can pre-purchase compost bins at Art Knapp’s Plantland and Florists, Canadian Tire Penticton, Giardino Penticton Nursery, RONA Penticton and Whole Foods Market.

The Summerland Municipal Hall, Oliver Landfill, Osoyoos Sonora Com-munity Centre, Village of Keremeos Municipal Office and the Princeton Town Office are also set up to pre-sell compost bins.

Please note some smaller govern-ment offices involved in the sale may not be equipped to accept all credit or debit cards. Residents are advised to call ahead for payment options if pur-chasing bins at local government sites.

This year, two different compost bins are on sale. The FreeGarden Earth Compost Bin will be sold for $44 plus taxes. An attractively curved black con-tainer, the FreeGarden Earth Compost Bin helps break down garden waste, leaves, uncooked fruits and vegetables. It is a great system for creating valuable compost.

The Green Cone, capable of break-ing down cooked food waste and meat, will be sold for $105.15 plus taxes. This system is buried partially in the ground where it breaks down waste directly in the soil. Every few years the leftover

sludge is removed and buried in a dif-ferent section of your property. The Green Cone is not used to break down yard waste so it is a great compliment to an existing compost bin.

To learn more about both units, ev-eryone is invited to local, free compost-ing workshops. Residents can learn how each system works before purchasing a compost bin or, if they already have a bin, how to compost simply and easily.

This year Zoe Kirk, RDOS Wa-ter Conservation Ambassador, will be providing free workshops on rainwa-ter harvesting using rain barrels. When done correctly, rain barrels are a cheap and effective way to collect water, save money and divert water away from foundations. Kirk will lead participants through the simple steps of thinking where to place bins, how to divert water from ease troughs and how to winterize. The workshop will help homeowners understand what set up would work best for their specific home.

Rain barrels will not be sold as part of this pre-sale, but Kirk will provide in-formation on what to look for if buying or building a rain harvesting system.

For more information, contact the RDOS Solid Waste Division at 250-490-4129, e-mail: [email protected] or visit www.rdos.bc.ca.

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Date Time Location and Workshop

Sat Mar 1 12:20 pm CHBA Home Show, Penticton Trade and Convention Centre, Compost Talk Sat Mar 1 1:50 pm CHBA Home Show, Penticton Trade and Convention Centre, Rain Barrel Talk Sun Mar 2 12:20 pm CHBA Home Show, Penticton Trade and Convention Centre, Compost Talk Sun Mar 2 1:50 pm CHBA Home Show, Penticton Trade and Convention Centre, Rain Barrel Talk Sat Mar 8 10:00 am Osoyoos Sonora Community Centre, Harvesting the Heavens with Rain Barrels Sat Mar 8 11:00 am Osoyoos Sonora Community Centre, How to Compost Effectively Sat Mar 8 1:00 pm Oliver Community Centre, How to Compost Effectively Sat Mar 8 2:00 pm Oliver Community Centre, Harvesting the Heavens with Rain Barrels Sun Mar 9 1:00 pm Canadian Tire Penticton Location, Harvesting the Heavens with Rain Barrels Sun Mar 9 1:00 pm Giardino Penticton Nursery, How to Compost Effectively Sun Mar 9 2:00 pm Canadian Tire Penticton Location, How to Compost Effectively Sat Mar 15 10:00 am Princeton Riverside Centre, Harvesting the Heavens with Rain Barrels Sat Mar 15 11:00 am Princeton Riverside Centre, How to Compost Effectively Sat Mar 15 1:00 pm Hedley Community Club Hall, How to Compost Effectively Sat Mar 15 2:00 pm Hedley Community Club Hall, Harvesting the Heavens with Rain Barrels Sun Mar 16 1:00 pm RONA Penticton, Harvesting the Heavens with Rain Barrels Sun Mar 16 2:00 pm RONA Penticton, How to Compost Effectively Sat Mar 22 1:00 pm Art Knapps Penticton, Worm Composting for Beginners Sat Mar 29 1:00 pm Keremeos Victory Hall, Harvesting the Heavens with Rain Barrels Sat Mar 29 2:00 pm Keremeos Victory Hall, How to Compost Effectively Tues April 1 7:00 pm Whole Foods Penticton, Sustainable Backyards using Waste and Water Sat April 12 10:00 am Summerland Ornamental Gardens, Building Your Own Rain Barrel Workshop Sat April 26 1:00 pm Summerland Ornamental Gardens, Compost Workshop

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Date Time Location and Workshop

Sat Mar 1 12:20 pm CHBA Home Show, Penticton Trade and Convention Centre, Compost Talk Sat Mar 1 1:50 pm CHBA Home Show, Penticton Trade and Convention Centre, Rain Barrel Talk Sun Mar 2 12:20 pm CHBA Home Show, Penticton Trade and Convention Centre, Compost Talk Sun Mar 2 1:50 pm CHBA Home Show, Penticton Trade and Convention Centre, Rain Barrel Talk Sat Mar 8 10:00 am Osoyoos Sonora Community Centre, Harvesting the Heavens with Rain Barrels Sat Mar 8 11:00 am Osoyoos Sonora Community Centre, How to Compost Effectively Sat Mar 8 1:00 pm Oliver Community Centre, How to Compost Effectively Sat Mar 8 2:00 pm Oliver Community Centre, Harvesting the Heavens with Rain Barrels Sun Mar 9 1:00 pm Canadian Tire Penticton Location, Harvesting the Heavens with Rain Barrels Sun Mar 9 1:00 pm Giardino Penticton Nursery, How to Compost Effectively Sun Mar 9 2:00 pm Canadian Tire Penticton Location, How to Compost Effectively Sat Mar 15 10:00 am Princeton Riverside Centre, Harvesting the Heavens with Rain Barrels Sat Mar 15 11:00 am Princeton Riverside Centre, How to Compost Effectively Sat Mar 15 1:00 pm Hedley Community Club Hall, How to Compost Effectively Sat Mar 15 2:00 pm Hedley Community Club Hall, Harvesting the Heavens with Rain Barrels Sun Mar 16 1:00 pm RONA Penticton, Harvesting the Heavens with Rain Barrels Sun Mar 16 2:00 pm RONA Penticton, How to Compost Effectively Sat Mar 22 1:00 pm Art Knapps Penticton, Worm Composting for Beginners Sat Mar 29 1:00 pm Keremeos Victory Hall, Harvesting the Heavens with Rain Barrels Sat Mar 29 2:00 pm Keremeos Victory Hall, How to Compost Effectively Tues April 1 7:00 pm Whole Foods Penticton, Sustainable Backyards using Waste and Water Sat April 12 10:00 am Summerland Ornamental Gardens, Building Your Own Rain Barrel Workshop Sat April 26 1:00 pm Summerland Ornamental Gardens, Compost Workshop

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Get your garden off on the right footAs winter slowly winds down, many

gardeners cannot wait to soak up the spring-time sun and get their hands dirty in the gar-den. Such excitement is not just good for gardeners, but can benefit the garden in the months to come as well.

Late winter or early spring is a great time to get a head start on the gardening season. Even if gardening season is still around the corner, completing the following projects can ensure your garden gets off on the right foot.

Clear debrisOne of the best things you can do for

your garden as winter winds down is to clear it of debris.

Winter can be especially harsh on a land-scape, and gardens left to the elements are often filled with debris once spring arrives.

Dead leaves, fallen branches, rocks that surfaced during the winter frost, and even garbage that might have blown about in winter winds can all pile up in a garden over a typical winter.

Clearing such debris likely won’t take long, but it’s a great first step toward re-storing the garden before the time comes to plant and grow the garden once again.

Examine the soilSoil plays a significant role in whether a

garden thrives or struggles. Examining the soil before the season

starts can help gardeners address any issues before they plant. Ignoring the soil until a problem arises can turn the upcoming gar-dening season into a lost opportunity, so test the soil to determine if it has any nutrient or mineral deficiencies.

This may require the help of a profes-sional, but if a problem arises, you might be able to adjust the acidity or alkalinity of the soil and still enjoy a successful garden-ing season.

Another way to examine the soil is less

complex but can shed light on when would be a good time to get back to work. Reach into the soil and dig out a handful.

If the soil quickly crumbles, you can start preparing for gardening seasoning.

But if the soil is still clumped together, it

needs more time to dry out before you can begin your prep work.

Initiate edgingEdging is another task gardeners can be-

gin as they get ready for the season. Edge plant and flower beds, but be sure to use a spade with a flat blade or an edger designed to edge flower beds.

Such tools will cut deep enough so grass roots that may eventually grow into the flower bed are severed.

Depending on how large a garden is, edging can be a time-consuming task, so getting a head start allows homeowners to spend more time planting and tending to their gardens once the season hits full swing.

Fight weedsThough weeds likely have not survived

the winter, that does not mean they won’t return once the weather starts to heat up.

But as inevitable as weeds may seem, homeowners can take steps to prevent them from turning beautiful gardens into battle-grounds where plants, flowers and vegeta-bles are pitted against unsightly and poten-tially harmful weeds.

Spring is a good time to apply a pre-emergent weed preventer, which can stop weeds before they grow.

Though such solutions are not always foolproof, they can drastically reduce the likelihood of weed growth.

Though gardeners might not be able to start planting their gardens in late winter or early spring, they can still get outside and take steps to ensure their gardens thrive once planting season begins.

Clearing debris, such as leaves, branches and rocks, is a good first step in getting your garden off on the right foot.

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How to repair and replace window screensWindow screens can let fresh air into a

home while preventing insects and outdoor critters from making their way inside.

But screens are far less effective at keep-ing critters out of a home when they’re damaged.

Addressing such damage is typically an easy do-it-yourself project, one that begins with gathering the right materials, includ-ing:

* new screening, synthetic or aluminum* a rubber spline* a screen rolling tool* a razor knife or sharp scissor* measuring tape* masking tape* a screwdriver or an awl

Once those materials have been gath-ered, the process of replacing or repairing damaged screens is rather simple.

1. Measure the area of the window to de-termine how much replacement screening you will need.

Remember to leave extra room in your measurements so you have slack to make the new screen fit taut. The measurement will also help you determine how much spline you will need.

2. Remove the screen from the window frame. Some windows do not have remov-able screen frames, and you will have to work on the screen in its upright position.

3. Use the screwdriver or awl to pry the edge of the existing spline that holds the screening material in the frame.

Pull out the old spline and remove the damaged screening.

4. Measure the new screening from a re-placement roll. Lay the screening down on the frame, ensuring there is overhang on all sides.

If necessary, use masking tape to tem-porarily secure the screening to the frame while freeing up your hands. This also works if you must replace screening verti-cally and cannot remove the window frame and make repairs on a flat surface.

5. Take a new piece of rubber spline and push it into the edge of the screen frame, securing a corner of the new screening to the frame.

Continue to press the spline around the perimeter of the screen frame firmly into the groove with the screen rolling tool, which looks like a small pizza cutter. This effec-tively secures the screen into the frame.

6. Continue around the edge of the frame, pulling the new screening taut as you go. This helps to keep it free of wrinkles.

7. Once you have inserted the spline all the way around, cut it off from the spline spool and push in the edge.

8. Use a razor knife or sharp scissor to cut off the excess screening, being careful not to dislodge it from behind the spline when cutting.

9. Replace the screen in the window.In the case of small tears in a screen, a

complete replacement may not be neces-sary. Home improvement stores sell screen patch kits.

Some work by cutting out a piece of

patch that is attached to an adhesive back-ing and sticking it over the hole.

Other patches are small, woven wires that can be threaded through the hole in the screen.

A really small hole can be mended with a drop of clear-drying glue.

The same method of screen replacement can be used to replace screens on screened-in porches, aluminum doors or sliding patio doors. Just be sure to purchase replacement screening that will fit the dimensions.

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Tips on deer-proofing a gardenCreating a beautiful and bountiful gar-

den is a popular pastime for people all across the country.

It is important to keep in mind that aes-thetically appealing plants may be appe-tizing to area wildlife, including deer.

Those who do not want their gardens to turn into all-you-can-eat buffets for deer, rabbits and other wild animals can take a more proactive approach to gardening.

Deer are opportunists who will no doubt see your garden as a salad bar ripe with all of their favourite foods.

As housing developments continue to encroach on the natural habitats of deer and other animals, these animals are be-coming more visible. Deer may not be able to forage for food effectively in their smaller, natural surroundings, or they may become accustomed to the “easy pick-ings” they find in neighbourhood yards.

Either way, you may encounter a deer in or around your area.

Keeping deer at bay involves some work and maintenance on the part of a homeowner.

There are safe and humane methods to repelling deer, or at least blocking access to the plants worth protecting.

Here are the main ways to deer-proof a garden.

Fence ItFences are one way to deter deer from

entering a yard and dining on your garden. Keep in mind that deer can jump fences

that are quite tall, but they have to be espe-cially motivated to jump an eight-foot-tall fence.

Still, they tend to be weary about scal-

ing a fence when they cannot see what is on the other side.

Therefore, if you are fencing out deer, choose a fence that camouflages the gar-den well and completely encloses the area to be protected.

If you do not want the fence to be solid, consider putting stakes or thorny plants within the garden so that the deer will hes-itate to jump into the garden.

Scare ThemDeer are naturally skittish around peo-

ple, but over time they can become quite

complacent around human beings. Once a deer decides that something will

not present a threat, the deer can adapt to its presence.

Motion-activated devices may not work, nor the presence of pets.

Predator urine is typically an effective way at keeping deer at bay.

Bottled coyote urine can be quite effec-tive, although human urine may work as well.

Reapplying the product weekly around the plants is a good idea.

Repel the DeerThere are many organic or chemically-

based products on the market that deer may find offensive to the taste or smell.

Hot pepper, sulfur and eggs or even the use of soapy water have been successful in certain instances.

The use of blood meal or even human hair around the garden may repel the deer and keep them on a different foraging path.

However, remember that any deer that is very hungry may ignore unpleasant tastes or smells for a quick bite

Change PlantIf other food sources are available,

there are some species of plants and trees that deer will avoid.

Filling your garden with these plants can help you maintain a beautiful, albeit untasty, environment for deer.

When planting annuals, select among:Alyssum, Begonias, Calendula, Celo-

sia, Dianthus, Foxglove, Geraniums, Pars-ley, Poppy, Snapdragons

In terms of perennials, plant these items once, and deer could stay away:

Ageratum, Anemone, Astibe, Beard-ed iris, Catmint, Honeysuckle, Lantana, Monkshood, Rock rose, Rosemary, Soap-wort, Wisteria

Plant these herbs alongside flowers for even more protection:

Chives, Eucalyptus, Garlic, Mint, Thyme, Wintergreen

Gardeners who use a combination of methods to keep deer out of their yards and gardens may have a higher success rate at deterring these animals.

Gardeners who use a combination of methods to keep deer out of their yards and gar-dens may have a higher success rate at deterring these animals.

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The weather is heating up and no matter whether you grill year-round or put the grill away for the winter, it’s always a good idea to clean it thoroughly once or twice a year. The grilling ex-perts at Broil King offer some helpful advice to get your grill ready for the season.

You will need:- Sturdy bristle brush- Grill cleaner- Toothpicks- Soap and water- Venturi brushStep 1Remove all the cooking grids, grates and burners and use a

sturdy bristle brush to remove the buildup of grease on the inside of the oven. Using a grill cleaner, scrub the inside and outside of the oven and then rinse with water.

Never use oven cleaner on your grill. It is corrosive and can damage the other components.

Step 2Inspect the burners, making sure there are no holes rusted

through any of the components. If there are, it’s time for a replacement. Clean out any clogged burner ports using a toothpick, being careful not to damage the

ports. Check all igniter contacts to ensure they are not corroded or loose and remove any de-

bris from the electrode. Next, clean out the burner venturi tubes using a venturi brush. It’s

very important to keep these tubes clean. Spiders love to make nests in these tubes, creating blockages that

can cause serious damage.Step 3Examine the heat medium. If you have a heat plate, remove any grease buildup and make

sure there are no holes rusted through. If you have briquettes make sure they aren’t crumbling and the

pores aren’t clogged with grease.Step 4Check the cooking grids and make sure no welds are broken and

brush off any stuck-on residue. If you have cast iron cooking grids, season them with oil to help keep food from sticking and help pre-vent rust.

Step 5Inspect the gas hose to make sure there aren’t any cracks or leaks. This can easily be done by preparing a soapy solution and ap-

plying it to the connections at the tank and valve. Turn the tank on slowly and watch for bubbles to form, which indicates that there is a leak.

Try tightening the connections and re-test. If persistent leaking or blistering is detected, stop using your grill and replace the gas

assembly.Finally, check the condition of your control knobs, thermometer, and handles. Replacing small items like this can refresh your grill and make it look new again.More information, including recipes, is available online at www.broilkingbbq.com.

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Many people find that space around a home is a precious commodity after years spent accumulating different things.

The basement, attic and garage are commonly used to store items that won’t fit anywhere else.

Though spring cleaning is a great way to cut down on clutter, a storage shed makes a great place to put those items you can’t bear to discard.

Sheds come in many shapes and sizes. Ready-made sheds can be erected on your property immediately, and some retailers will do so for an additional fee.

The cost of a shed can vary greatly, from simple plastic sheds that cost roughly $100 to more customized sheds that cost $1,000 or more.

After looking at many storage sheds from builders or prefabricated models, you may want to build one yourself. This way you can be sure it is customized to fit your yard and is the right color and style and made of secure and dura-ble materials. While an adventurous project, shed building is typically within the skill set of the average homeowner.

Also, a shed can be built in a weekend or two, depending on how much time you can devote to the project. Here’s how to get started.

* Consult with your town, city, province, or municipal-ity to find out the zoning laws regarding sheds. You may need a building permit if the shed will feature a permanent foundation or is larger than a certain size. Storage sheds

greater than 120 square feet generally require a permit. There also may be rules regarding how far away the

shed must be from the property line or even the height of the structure. It pays to know this information in advance so you don’t run into legal trouble after the project has begun.

* Find a style of shed that you would like to emulate. Drive around to different shed retailers or big box home improvement stores and peruse the stock. Choose the fea-tures you like and mark them down. Take photos of the ones you really like.

* Research available plans. You can purchase shed plans or have an architect draw them up, but that may be costly. There are also free shed plans online, some of which pro-vide a list of necessary supplies.

* Order your supplies and organize everything. A build-ing materials centre or a home improvement store may de-liver all of your materials right to your home, saving you the hassle of going back and forth to get things piece by piece.

Once they are delivered, sort through everything and mark whether the material is for the floor, walls or roof.

If the shed will not be rooted to the ground but kept on skids or blocks, you will likely want to have some sort of base material, like rocks or gravel underneath to deter ani-

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you get into a groove, you may find that the shed building comes easy to you. But the work will go more quickly if you have a friend available to help you hold materials in place while you secure them.

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Hand injuries are a common side effect of certain oc-cupations and hobbies. Tennis elbow or wrist and even carpal tunnel syndrome are well-recognized injuries. But ergonomic tools can help alleviate injuries due to repetitive motions.

The term ergonomics is derived from the Greek words “ergon,” which means work, and “nomoi,” which means natural laws. In the simplest terms, ergonomics is the study of how work is done and how to make work better.

It has led to an entire subset of ergonomics including products that can make work better and are safer for the body. This is done by designing items that increase utility of the item, are more comfortable to use, and reduce injury through frequent use.

Ergonomic products are most readily associated with items of the workplace, including ergonomic keyboards, computer mice, office chairs, and lighting.

But many industries have re-evaluated operations to in-clude tools that are ergonomic in design. Gardening is one area where ergonomics has become especially popular.

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health estimates that the rate of hand injuries in the work-place is 25 hand injuries for every 10,000 full-time employ-ees.

However, hand, back and injuries of other areas of the body are also commonplace due to hobbies like gardening. Many people have considered giving up gardening due to

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For homeowners, spring cleaning is one of the annual rites of spring.

The return of warmer weather presents the perfect opportunity for homeowners to open the windows, let some fresh air in and tidy up after a few months spent cooped up inside while the weather out-side was frightful.

But now that spring has arrived, the time to clean up around the house has come. Homeowners about to start on their annual spring cleaning should consider the following before beginning.

Get the right toolsThe right tools won’t necessarily be a

hammer and nails, but cleaning products that can make spring cleaning more effi-cient.

Rubber gloves, cleaning products (preferably natural products that are good for the environment) and enough garbage bags to discard a winter’s worth of clutter should all be on hand before you begin cleaning.

If they’re not, you’ll likely need to make a trip to the store while cleaning, which can be time-consuming and pro-long the process.

Take some inventoryMany people have no problem buying

new clothes, but they do find it hard to get rid of older items.

Part of spring cleaning is tossing old items you no longer use, and that includes clothing.

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Address the windowsIf the last several months have been

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Unfortunately, those windows might have accumulated quite the amount of dirt and grime while you were huddled inside.

When washing the windows, do so on a cloudy day, as the sun can actually cause streaking. In addition, be mindful of what you’re using to wipe down the windows post-cleaning.

Microfibre rags typically give win-dows a great shine without any streaking.

The blinds and drapes will also need to be addressed, as they have likely accumu-lated some dust over the last few months. Dust the valance and the frame, and wipe the blinds down with a damp cloth.

You can also use your vacuum’s up-holstery and brush attachments to further clean blinds and drapes.

Tidy up the bedYou likely wash your bed linens re-

gardless of the season. When spring cleaning, toss these linens into the wash-ing machine and don’t forget to wash the mattress pads and bed skirting as well. While those items are in the wash, flip all the mattresses in your household.

Don’t forget the kitchenThe kitchen is not immune to clutter,

and it’s especially easy for items to over-

stay their welcome in the refrigerator and the kitchen cabinets. Look for old takeout containers in the refrigerator that have managed to stick around, and throw these out as well as any items that have passed their expiration dates.

While items in the kitchen cabinets might not have an expiration date, it helps to remove them from the pantry and then dust and wipe down the shelves.

When doing so, discard any items that no longer seem appetizing.

Beat the rugsArea rugs have no doubt collected dirt

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might be enough during the year, take advantage of the pleasant weather and take the rugs outside to beat them and rid them of dust and any other particles the vacuum might have missed over the last few months.

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And don’t forget to dust the books and reorganize titles before returning them to their newly cleaned shelves.

Spring cleaning is something all homeowners must do to keep their homes healthy and clean.

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Statistics indicate that homeowners annually spend billions of dollars improving out-door living areas.

One of the most popular ways to do just that is to add a deck to a home. Decks are ben-eficial in many ways. Grillmasters love decks because they make the perfect place to set up a grill and a table and cook for family and friends. Those who simply love being outdoors find decks the perfect place to relax and soak up some sun or idle away the evening hours.

But homeowners who want to build a deck should know a few things before that pro-cess begins.

* Permits are necessary. Unless the deck is going to be especially small, you will likely need a permit to build it. Before buying any materials or consulting any contractors, make certain you know which permits you need and how to get them. If the proper permits are not secured before the project begins, you might have to tear down the whole project and start all over again.

* Decks don’t have to go on the back of the house. If the back of your house sits in the blazing sun all day, then it’s probably best to build the deck elsewhere, and that’s perfectly alright. So long as the property and permits allow, decks can be built on the side of a home as well, and putting a deck on the side might be more comfortable.

* Decks don’t have to be made of wood. It’s easy to assume all decks are made of plain wood. However, decks can be made out of a wide variety of materials, natural or synthetic. Pressure treated wood is perhaps the most popular material for decking because it’s not very expensive. But manmade materials that are a mixture of recycled plastic and wood bits or sawdust are also popular because they require no maintenance. But homeowners should know that manmade materials can get hot in the sun, which will require those en-joying the deck to wear shoes.

* Expect to do some digging. If you’re going to build your own deck, expect to do some serious digging. Local building codes will dictate how deep you will need to dig for the pier footings, which support the deck’s weight. Just how deep you’ll dig depends on your climate’s specific frost line, but it’s safe to assume you’ll get a workout in when digging.

* The deck can have multiple levels. Though many people associate decks with one level, it’s possible to have a multi-level deck if you simply don’t have enough room to build a deck that will be big enough to meet all of your needs. A multi-level deck can break up those long flights of stairs while ensuring you will always have somewhere to go to escape the sun on a hot day.

* You will want to protect the deck. Decks are a costly investment, and you will want to protect that investment. If you’re building a wood deck, keep in mind the sun will beat down on the deck for most of the year. You can protect the deck by painting it. Paint provides sunscreen for the deck, stopping the sun from breaking down the material. Once you’ve finished painting, apply sealant, whether it’s oil- or water-based.

* Don’t forget fasteners. Fasteners will hide the screws for aesthetic appeal. But not all woods and fasteners are the right fit, as certain woods are only compatible with certain fas-teners. Find out which fasteners make the right fit ahead of time. Because fasteners conceal the screws, they also make it possible to go barefoot on the deck.

Things to know before building a deck

A deck makes a great addition to many homes, but homeowners should learn as much as possible about decks and what goes into building them before making any decking deci-sions.


Budget-friendly outdoor renovation ideasHomeowners are increasingly extend-

ing their living spaces outside the walls of their homes.

Expansive and intricate stonework pa-tios and decked-out outdoor kitchens are the kind of additions many homeowners dream of.

Those with unlimited budgets can enjoy just about any look they desire, but many homeowners may not have the money to go all the way with their outdoor living spaces. But that doesn’t mean it’s impos-sible to create budget-friendly spaces that are functional, fun and eye catching

Decks and patios are popular gather-ing spots outside a home, and homeown-ers have numerous inexpensive options at their disposal when choosing patio materi-als.

And those who can do their own labor when installing a patio can save a substan-tial amount of money. Instead of higher-priced composite or resin decks, home-owners can go with standard wood, which will need to be stained periodically.

Scaling back the size of the deck means less materials to buy and less labor in-volved.

The cost of patio blocks depends on the material and style.

Poured concrete patios will cost less than placed blocks or stones because con-crete is less labor-intensive.

For those who desire the look of patio blocks without the cost, stamped concrete can mimic the look for less.

Homeowners may not need to replace patio furniture, even if chairs and tables have seen better days.

A can of spray paint can cover up any

rusted areas or spots where paint has peeled off due to exposure to the elements. Updating cushions and purchasing a co-or-dinating umbrella can revitalize the patio’s entire look.

Also, very often stores run sales to clear out merchandise for new displays.

Defining edges of planting borders and refreshing the landscape may be all that is needed to improve the yard. This is eas-ily achieved with inexpensive mulch and some vinyl edging.

While cleaning up the yard, use a pres-sure washer to clean stains off of siding and patios and create a like-new appearance.

End-of-season sales can also be the ideal opportunity to purchase big-ticket items like a pool, a hot tub or an outdoor fireplace/fire pit.

Shoppers can learn when stores dis-count their merchandise to make room for new inventory and then use these sales as opportunities to save.

Sometimes saving means repurposing antiques or items found at garage sales. Thanks to the Internet, people can easily advertise items they no longer need or de-sire.

A person can search for backyard items they need at a deep discount if they are fine with previously used materials.

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According to the NOAA, the globally-averaged temperature for 2013 tied as the fourth warmest year since 1880, when re-cord-keeping began.

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Warm temperatures, when paired with below-average precipitation, can quickly escalate and cause drought, making things difficult for those who make their liveli-hood by working the land or even just weekend gardeners.

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These resilient plants can keep gardens looking lush and beautiful regardless of water restrictions.

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