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Designing a Deck

Design a Deck on a Dime

When it comes to having a deck built, homeowners all too often rely on the advice of their contractor. While this is ok in most cases, the builder doesn’t know what your needs and wants are. They don’t know the reason for having the deck built; all they want to do is build it and get paid. Designing a deck should be given the same time, care, and thought that a home addition should receive. Find out how to design a deck or get some design tips in the DIY forums.






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Q. My builder has stripped off the topsoil and left me with Tennessee rock hard clay. I have over seeded, fertilized and watered. I have been told to aerate and add lime. Is this the right thing to do?
A. There are many theories about how to deal with clay. Some suggest adding sand, peat moss or gypsum. You might want to check with your Local County Agent or Agriculture Extension to see what they recommend. There is a list of links to State County Extensions at the top of the Lawns Forum. Hopefully, it will help you find one close to you.

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Change Lawn Patterns

Running your mower over the lawn in the same way each time will cause wheel ruts where you turn and create a lean in the grass's growing direction. Go lengthwise, widthwise, and diagonally. Overlap the previous pass by a few inches.


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