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A Guide to Adding Decks, Pergolas and Pavilions to Your Outdoor Space

By Robyn Schmitz / Jan 24, 2017

Adequate footers for your posts. The footers must extend below the frost line for your area and also be solid enough to support the weight of the deck and intended […]

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Outdoor Fire Features For Outdoor Living Areas

By Robyn Schmitz / Jan 18, 2017

Consider wind directions when picking the placement of your fire feature. Direct wind can cause inconsistencies in your flame, push embers in undesirable directions, affect overall performance of your features. […]

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Expand Your Outdoor Living Space with an Outdoor Kitchen

By Robyn Schmitz / Jan 4, 2017

Cinder block base with a veneer over-coat: Stable, heavy, requires footers, several options for veneer RTF (Ready to Finish), base with a veneer over-coat: Stable, lighter-weight, no footers, several veneer […]

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Winter Burn on Broadleaf Evergreens

By Robyn Schmitz / Dec 19, 2016
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Christmas Tree Design Kansas City

A Guide To Winter Watering

By Robyn Schmitz / Dec 9, 2016

Only water when temperatures are above freezing. Apply the water early in the day so that the water soaks in before cooler night temperatures. Did you know that watering during […]

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Front House Decor Design Kansas City

Holiday Décor: Why Hire the Professionals for Custom Design and Installation?

By Robyn Schmitz / Nov 14, 2016

Initial meeting with professional holiday lighting and décor designers to explain your wants and needs for your home and property. The professionals carefully study your property and present a design […]

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