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Flags fly appropriately on staffs. Photo by summersetretrievers/istockphoto.com

Flag Day is June 14: Brush Up on Flag Etiquette

Posted by Chaya Kurtz | Jun 12, 2013

A sometimes forgotten holiday, Flag Day is June 14th. Quite a few folks have probably thought about flying an American flag at their houses, but have never tried it. Where does a person...


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Red, White, and Blue Porch Decor Inspiration

Posted by Chaya Kurtz | Jun 04, 2013

July 4th is coming, and I have some great patriotic decor ideas for you. Fortunately, red, white, and blue look fantastic together. When you add a vintage patina to red, white, and...


A privacy fence and garden protect an urban garden. (Photo: ImagesbyDebraLee/istockphoto.com)

Ways to Block Out Your Neighbors

Posted by Chaya Kurtz | May 20, 2013

I'm all for being a considerate summertime neighbor. Being mindful of how much noise one produces and inviting the neighbors to an occasional barbecue at your place are nice ways to...


Photo by Allison House via Hometalk.com.

Five Unconventional White Picket Fences

Posted by Chaya Kurtz | May 20, 2013

White picket pallet fence: Hometalk member Allison House turned ordinary pallets into fence pickets (white, natch). It's a down-home DIY take on a classic style. An arbor elevates...


Karen's potting bench made out of pallets via Hometalk.com.

Build a Potting Bench This Spring

Posted by Chaya Kurtz | Feb 20, 2013

We are all itching for spring here at Networx HQ. We are gearing up for gardening and outdoor living projects, and we can't wait to see yours. If you have an amazing gardening or home...


The classic color scheme, beautiful front door, and careful landscaping give this house curb appeal. (Photo: Mark Tenniswood/istockphoto.com)

The Elements of Curb Appeal: A Check List

Posted by Chaya Kurtz | Jan 03, 2013

These are the two things you need to know about curb appeal: You have seven to ten seconds to make a first impression; details make up the whole. Paying particular attention to details...


Photo of a blue door flanked by trees via istockphoto.com.

Seven Tips for Updating Your Front Entrance

Posted by Erica Glasener | Dec 26, 2012

The entrance to your home is the first impression visitors get when they visit. Does your front entrance let people know anything about you and your taste? Whether you live in a cottage...


Flagstone patio and photo by Kevin Stevens of KMS Woodworks

A Flagstone Patio Replaces an Old Rotten Deck

Posted by Kevin Stevens | Sep 28, 2012

A Denver area carpentry client of mine was looking at a replacing an old deck. Years and years of weather and a slack maintenance plan had put this deck into a state of ugliness...