Create a wood, vinyl or decorative metal fence for your yard! When you create a fence to your yard, you can enhance your home’s curb appeal, increase privacy, and provide a safe space for your family and pets. With various materials available, such as wood, vinyl, and decorative metal, it’s essential to understand the benefits …
In the previous episode of “keyword: Free Wood and cattle panels” , we discussed where to find free recycled lumber to build a raised garden bed. Now that you have acquired your Pinterest fails worthy wood collection, it’s time to painfully disassemble the free recycled lumber pallets if you have chosen to go that …
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With all this talk of “going back to the basics”, it makes sense that some things might not go ALL the way back to where they began… Thus, the raised garden bed has become a trend common to those who would like to leave the hustle of the city life and return to country roots, …
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The Toughest Fencing Staple Ever: Cats Claws If you aren’t in the business of constructing fences, it’s likely that you don’t appreciate the complexity or the cost of all the materials that go into your finished products. Where does one stand with the Toughest Fencing Staple? It’s possible that you’re not aware of this, but …
With the rodeo season fast approaching, I have decided to revamp my wardrobe with some stylish rodeo outfits. Living in Miles City, Montana, my options for shopping are limited to Murdoch’s, Maurice’s, and a few local boutiques. However, I have stumbled upon a hidden gem called Vintage and Rustics which offers a great selection of …
Junior High through College Can anyone enter a rodeo? The answer is yes, but it depends on what type of rodeo it is and if it’s reasonable and prudent to do so. There are a number of things to consider when discussing this subject. I’ll discuss several to give you a general idea of …
Every DIY fencing job is different and presents its own unique challenges. I’m always learning and DIY fencing gives me the opportunity to be creative but also show off some perfectionism. I take pride in my work and the beauty of DIY fencing is there is something physical to show accomplishment for the day. Some …
There are different types of Fences that are Easy to Maintain, but each has its pros and cons. Each fence has its place and purpose and I’ll discuss the benefits, uses and downfall of each. The fences I have had experience with are; barb wire, smooth wire, woven wire, electric fence, wire panel, rail, board, …
Most fasteners are a means to one common goal: fastening. Nails are a go-to for binding two pieces of material together but can lose strength over time and loosen, even coming out of the material. Meanwhile, screws operate on grip strength, almost like glue, and are highly unlikely to ever lose their grip. Use this …
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Removal of fence staples doesn’t have to be a chore if you know what you’re doing along with a little patience and common sense. Sometimes we make things harder on ourselves than we need to. In cases like these, it’s good just to start simple and then work through whatever the issue is until we …
