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Hardscaping Trends for Hot Summers
If you feel like Maryland summers are getting hotter and longer, you’re right. The nonprofit research group Climate Central recently published new summer warming research with federal climate data saying just that. One key finding: Since 1970, 81% of the locations in the study had 7 or more days above their 1991-2020 summer normal temperature. Baltimore had…
Read MorePerks of Having a Fiberglass Pool
If you’re dreaming of having a backyard pool paradise, chances are good you’re starting to do your research. That’s what brought you here to this blog today. While we install both custom gunite pools and fiberglass pools, today we’re going to focus on the perks of having a fiberglass swimming pool. General Perks of Having…
Read MorePool Waterfalls, Pool Fountains, and Pool Slides: What’s the Best Feature for Your Pool?
If you’re going to invest in a new inground pool, you want to make sure you include one or more pool water features. Why? Because they’re cool and will bring beauty and entertainment to your pool. They also improve filtration and reduce the possibility of stagnant water. There are 3 main types of water features:…
Read MoreOur Favorite Backyard Escapes
Summer is the perfect time to enjoy the outdoors. And if you’re like us, you’re always looking for ways to enhance your outdoor living space to make it more enjoyable for family and friends. Today, we’re going to take a look at some of our favorite backyard escapes. Let’s get started. Backyard Escape #1: Pool…
Read MoreTop 5 Tips for Tree Care
Trees are an important part of any good landscape design and can hold a place in our hearts. Did you have a favorite tree that you climbed as a child, or sat in its shade on a hot summer day? Maybe you have a flowering tree that brings you joy each spring when the blooms…
Read MoreBackyard Grilling Ideas for Memorial Day Weekend
Memorial Day weekend is traditionally the start of summer and outdoor grilling season. If you’re hosting a party, think about going beyond the traditional hotdogs and burgers. You may need to grill a few of those to keep small children happy. This is an ideal time to make use of your outdoor kitchen so that you…
Read MoreMust-Have Features for Your Inground Pool
Congratulations! You’re thinking about adding an inground pool to your backyard. As you make decisions and plans, such as choosing a concrete pool or fiberglass pool, don’t forget to think about the special features that give your pool personality! Today we’re going to go over some of the must-have features for your inground pool, as…
Read MoreFront Yard vs Backyard Landscaping: Ideas You Can Use
Pride of ownership has most homeowners putting a lot of time and effort into creating a beautiful front yard that exudes curb appeal. You want everyone driving by to notice your yard and your home. Your backyard, however, is only something that you and your friends see. Think of front yard vs backyard landscaping like…
Read More3 Backyard Decorating Trends You’ll Love
After a rollercoaster weather ride in March, we’re hoping April brings warmer temperatures that are here to stay. Because we don’t know about you, but we have spring fever, and we want to spend all the time we can outdoors. If you’re like most homeowners in Central Maryland, you’ve already done the spring cleanup of…
Read MorePlant This, Not That: Avoiding Invasive Plants in Your Landscape
You may have heard of the Eat This, Not That diet plan, aimed at helping you make the right eating choices for a healthy body. Today, we’re putting our own spin on that idea, with Plant This, Not That in an effort to help you choose the right plant material for your property. It all…
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