July 29th, 2010
Landscaping your yard can be tough, and for all the time and energy you spend on getting it to look just right, you want to make sure the fence you pick fits the type of yard you have. With all the fencing options available, how can you know you’re making the right decision? Never fear. We here at Rick’s Fencing have put together a quick and easy run-down of the top three most popular fences and the kinds of yards or gardens they work best with:
1. Solid Style Cedar Fence. Nothing says class and privacy like a solid style cedar fence. This fencing type works really well in neighborhoods with closely-set houses and lush, green gardens. The color of the wood goes well with green, leafy shrubs, grass, climbing vines, trees and water features. Flower gardens are a nice complement, too, though you’ll want to make sure the fence doesn’t block any much-needed sun. In short, solid style cedar fences go well with any well-planned, well-maintained yard or garden.
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July 27th, 2010
A pergola is a simple and cost-effective way to add shade to your deck or patio and take advantage of the vertical space in your yard. One of the things that makes pergolas so versatile is that they can be customized to complement the individual style of your home or garden. Here’s a look at several vinyl and cedar pergola styles adapted from regions around the world:
Rustic: This is the most basic cedar pergola style and has been popular for generations. Constructed mostly of cedar or vinyl, the rustic pergola features solid beams with simple, open rafters and is great for supporting climbing plants. Though simple, rustic pergolas can add striking light and shade patterns to any deck or yard. This adaptable style can take on different flavors depending on what climbing plants are used, but it’s best suited to gardens with a rugged, wild or natural feel.
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July 23rd, 2010
Let’s face it: Lattice fencing has a reputation for being a bit … cute. While lattice fencing may make you think of your grandmother’s rose garden, many landscape designers are using lattice in hip, modern ways. Here are three fun, practical ways to incorporate lattice fencing into your landscape design scheme.
Purely Decorative
The most obvious way to use lattice fencing is for decoration. If you have a solid privacy fence, try running about 6 inches of lattice trim along the top to give your fence an ornamental look. Lattice is also a great way to make a gate stand out from the rest of a solid privacy fence. Don’t overdo it, though; a little lattice can go a long way.
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July 21st, 2010
Portable fire pits and chimineas add beauty and fun to any yard, but they can also be dangerous, especially around cedar decks. Even cast iron chimineas and fire pits can throw sparks and become a potential fire hazard. Here are a few steps you can take to protect your deck and prevent an unplanned backyard bonfire:
Use fire-preventing accessories. Cast iron chimineas pose little risk of starting a deck fire, mainly because they usually feature spark arrestors at their tops. Spark arrestors are exactly what they sound like: grills that allow smoke to pass through but stop most sparks. Having a clean, functional spark arrestor is one of the best ways you can keep the fire in the chiminea.
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July 15th, 2010
It’s a common tale: You spend weeks planning the perfect fence. The holes are dug. The posts are set. The boards are nailed into place. You step back to admire your beautiful new masterpiece.
And you realize it sticks out from your lawn like a sore thumb.
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Landscaping your yard can be tough, and for all the time and energy you spend on getting it to look just right, you want to make sure the fence you pick fits the type of yard you have. With all the fencing options available, how can you know you’re making the right decision? Never fear. We here at Rick’s Fencing have put together a quick and easy run-down of the top three most popular fences and the kinds of yards or gardens they work best with:
