Emily Patterson

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Stories By Emily Patterson

  • Structures
    Structures By Emily Patterson November 4th, 2022

    How To Measure The Slope For A Paver Patio

    How to Measure the Slope for a Paver Patio. Slope is needed for a paver patio to provide proper drainage of rainwater away from structures. If rainwater flows toward structures, such as a house, it can seep into the foundation causing moisture problems, such as dampness in a basement or crawl space. Measure slope for a paver patio so water will drain away from structures and into an area that will not be damaged by runoff during rains. Measure slope after soil has been excavated for the paver patio.

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  • Lawn Care
    Lawn Care By Emily Patterson November 3rd, 2022

    How To Get A Lawn Mower Tire On Bead

    How to Get a Lawn Mower Tire on Bead. The bead of a lawn mower tire is the area on both sides where the tire meets the rim. If the tire is not on bead, it will not hold air and will continue to deflate while mowing the lawn. Seating the bead is not difficult and does not require expensive, specialized tools. Always park the lawn mower on a level, solid surface when performing maintenance.

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  • Structures
    Structures By Emily Patterson November 3rd, 2022

    How To Color An Existing Concrete Slab

    How to Color an Existing Concrete Slab. Colored concrete adds new value to a living space. Many of the new ways to color concrete are more decorative than paint and last the life of the concrete. Concrete stains offer limited color choices, are often unpredictable and are difficult to work with. Concrete dyes offer the ease of application of concrete paint with the durability of concrete stain in a wide variety of colors. Concrete dyes are perfect for coloring an existing concrete slab.

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  • Structures
    Structures By Emily Patterson September 6th, 2022

    How To Attach Paneling To Basement Walls

    How to Attach Paneling to Basement Walls. Concrete block or poured concrete basement walls require a different approach when attaching paneling. Use wood framing as a foundation to attach the paneling on unfinished walls, or attach paneling directly to previously finished basement walls.

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  • Structures
    Structures By Emily Patterson September 6th, 2022

    Which Is Best: A Pool Deck Sealer Or Stain

    Which is Best: a Pool Deck Sealer or Stain. Pool decks present a different strategy than a regular deck when considering finishing options. Wood can be left to age to a natural gray without any stain or sealer applied. The deck may be pressure washed to remove mold or mildew and followed with sanding to remove any splintered areas created while washing. When choosing to stain or seal a pool deck, it is best to learn about each and decide which is more suitable for your lifestyle.

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