Five Things To Consider For Your Outdoor Space

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from House Beautiful Finally, summer and all its glory have arrived and we have the whole season ahead of us! There’s no more dreaming of reading a book on a lounge chair or of family and friends gathering around the fire pit. We actually get to do it now. This is the perfect time to…

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How to Clean Outdoor Cushions

Brush off loose dirt. Spray on a cleaning solution of water and mild soap. Use a soft bristle brush to clean. Allow cleaning solution to soak into the fabric. Rinse thoroughly until all soap residue is removed. Air dry. Source: Sunbrella If the cushions zip off, wash in machine in cold water then let them…

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How to clean your front porch windows

Try mixing 2 tablespoons of Dawn dishwashing liquid in a bucket of warm water, then use a squeegee to clean and a soft link-free towel to dry. This will get them sparkling clean.

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Creating an Inspiring Front Porch

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Before TV and A/C, homeowners spent a lot of time on their front porch. Today, the front porch has seen a revival and more people are using them as outdoor rooms not just for relaxing but dining and entertaining as well. A front porch does not have to be a big space nor does it…

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Why a porch? Steps to take to make your porch even better

 Growing up in the Bronx we did not have porches but we had stoops! We always sat on the front stoop to visit with friends and neighbors, watch what was going on in the neighborhood and it was also a means of relaxation. Today the porch on my house is my place to relax, connect…

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How to change your porch from drab to fab!!

View your porch as an extension or calling card for your house. The porch is the first thing you see when you come home and last thing you see when you leave. You want to feel good about it and show an expression of yourself to your neighborhood. elcome visitors with an inviting porch. Even…

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