Yes you can here are the steps.

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Shred pine needles into small pieces with a garden shredder or by running over them with a lawnmower.

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Place a 2-inch layer of green composting material at the bottom of a compost bin or in an area you've designated for starting a free-standing compost pile.

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Place a 2-inch layer of shredded pine needles on top of the layer of green composting material. Spread a 1/2-inch layer of dirt or manure on top of the shredded pine needles.

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Moisten the compost layers with water. Repeat layering green compost material, shredded pine needles, and dirt or manure until pile reaches 3 feet high or the top of the compost bin, watering in between layers.

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Water frequently enough to keep the compost pile damp. When the pile settles to about 1/3 of its original height, turn it with a pitchfork.

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Turn the pile with a pitchfork once every three days after initial turning. Inspect the compost carefully as you turn it. When its components have broken down into a rich, chocolate-cake-type brown mass, it is ready for use in the garden.

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The difference in the products being compared are minimal. They are all concrete siding made from concrete slurry. The exterior design may differ from manufacturer to manufacturer. Warranty's may differ, but in the end they are all the same thing.

I found this info through NC State, The college of agriculture and life science have a wealth of info.

http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/depts/hort/hil/ag29....

The best way to get a fair price is to get at least 3 quotes.

Here is a list of contractors that can give you a free estimate.

http://www.hometalk.com/feeds#type=tabs&...

Whatever is in your budget. There is no limit, but every project must have a budget.

Is this a interior or exterior project? What is it you want done?

With the value of your home in mind, I suggest you get a landscape design company to do the design for you. Your homes curb appeal can make or cost you money.

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If the spill is fresh, blot at the liquid with a clean, soft rag. If the stain you want to clean on your marble fireplace is dry, dust the surface of the marble with a dry, soft rag until it is free of any debris.

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Add a small squeeze of mild dish soap to your hot water. Dip your sponge in the hot water, soak it and wring out the excess. Wipe the stain, don't scrub at it, but wipe three or four times, blot dry with a clean rag and examine the marble fireplace to see if the stain is gone.

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For stubborn stains that resist cleaning with a damp sponge, use a specialty marble cleaning product. It does not matter which one, as long as the product has been specifically designed for marble; read the back warning labels closely to make sure that it is. Follow the instructions carefully, as most contain a mild abrasive that could harm the finish on your marble fireplace.

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Blot the entire marble fireplace dry with a clean rag. Uncap your marble sealant and pour a small amount on the stone. Using a clean rag, spread the sealant over the stone in a circular, polishing movement. Do this until the stone glistens but does not feel wet to the touch. Let the stones dry for at least 24 hours before using your marble fireplace.

You might need to look for a alternate material.

Masonite is becoming harder to find. The 12 inch Masonite has been replaced by 12 inch fiber cement. They meet up accurately and after it is painted it is hard to tell a difference.

BDC, Lowes, Home Depot.