Yard & Landscaping – Page 4

Design AnatomyDriveway Extension Guide: Per-Square-Metre Materials ChartEach note links to its section below. Planning a block-paved driveway extension is much easier when you use our complete per-square-metre materials chart to calculate your sub-base, sand, and paving blocks exactly. You will be able to order the precise quantities needed for your new footprint without overspending.Free printable PDFDriveway Extension Materials GuideCalculate your exact sub-base, sand, and paving blocks without overspending.Download the guide Marking Out the New Footprint…

Design AnatomyWhite Rock Landscaping: The Ultimate Yardage & Prep GuideTap a note to jump to that part. Master the pristine yard trick with this guide to calculating exact materials, prepping the bed, and choosing blower-safe stones. I will show you how to calculate the cubic yardage needed and properly prep your garden bed for a flawless, weed-free finish.Free printable PDFRock Yardage & Prep GuideCalculate materials and prep your bed for a flawless, weed-free finish.Download the…

Design AnatomyFront Yard Decor Measurements: The Curb-to-Door Cheat SheetTap a note to jump to that part. Getting your front yard landscaping exactly right comes down to using professional proportions. Grab our printable Curb-to-Door Measurement Sheet below to finally measure, space, and arrange every detail from the street curb all the way up to your welcoming entryway.Free printable PDFCurb-to-Door Measurement SheetProfessional proportions to measure, space, and arrange your front yard.Download the guide Digging a Four-Inch Spade-Cut…

Ideas15+ Clever Unique Garden Path Ideas for Your Yard A standard concrete walkway gets the job done, but a unique garden path completely changes how your yard feels. I gathered these landscaping ideas to help you build a custom walkway that actually adds character to your outdoor space. 1. Reclaimed Brick on Gravel Use reclaimed bricks for a historic garden path. Over 80 percent of standard brick paths shift after heavy rain if you skip…

Design AnatomyLandscaping Around Trees: 24 Plants & Pocket Planting GuideTap any label to skip straight to it. You will be able to safely plant and mulch around mature trees without damaging their surface roots. Grab the printable two-page Under-Tree Planting Sheet featuring 24 root-friendly, dry-shade plants and the complete 6-step pocket-planting sequence.Free printable PDF24-Plant Under-Tree Bloom SheetSafely plant and mulch around mature trees without damaging surface roots.Download the guide Clear the Root Flare First Start…

Ideas13+ Sleek Modern Gazebo Ideas for Your Yard A modern gazebo completely changes how you use your backyard by giving you a dedicated, shaded room right in the fresh air. I pulled together my favorite setups that you can easily recreate to make your outdoor space feel totally finished. 1. Monochrome Styling Dark monochrome colors make gazebos look high-end. Keeping the color palette strictly monochrome makes a modern gazebo look incredibly high-end. You can paint…

Ideas14+ Stunning Grey Exterior House Colors for Your Home Grey is the ultimate chameleon for exteriors because it shifts beautifully with the natural light. I pulled together my absolute favorite exterior palettes to help you nail your home's curb appeal on the first try. 1. Charcoal and Warm Wood Warm wood accents soften dark charcoal grey siding. I always steer clients toward deep charcoal when they want a dramatic but timeless look. Pairing a dark…

Ideas17+ Beautiful Front Yard Garden Ideas for Your Home Getting rid of a plain lawn is the best thing I ever did for our house's curb appeal. These front yard garden setups are totally doable and will completely change how your home looks from the street. 1. Cottage Style Border Soften harsh concrete with lush borders. A lush, cottage-style border instantly softens the hard lines of your driveway and sidewalk. You just layer tall perennials…

Ideas12+ Easy Yard Decor Ideas for Your Home Your backyard should feel like a natural extension of your living space without requiring a massive landscaping budget. These hands-on yard decor projects are simple enough to tackle this weekend and will instantly upgrade your outdoor hangout spots. 1. Build a Perimeter Planter Soften patio edges with cedar planters. Most builder-grade patios look like floating concrete islands until you anchor them with greenery. You can soften those…

Ideas11+ Easy Front Yard Paver Walkway Ideas for Your Home A well-planned front yard paver walkway completely changes the way your home welcomes people. I rounded up my favorite practical designs that you can easily adapt to fit your own outdoor space. 1. Classic Running Bond A timeless running bond paver layout. Standard concrete pavers are exactly two inches thick, making them incredibly stable for heavy foot traffic. You can lay them in a simple…