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Has anyone had experiance using Behr Granite Grip concrete coating?
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I was wondering if anyone has tried using Behr Granite Grip concrete coating. Does it really make concrete look like pebbles? How do I figure how much I need? Is it h... See more
How can I keep my plastic chairs from sinking into my gravel patio?
![Lois](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/resources/imgs-responsive/avatar-letters/avatar-L-FF8282.png?size=50x50)
I have the cheap plastic chairs and they keep sinking into my gravel patio. Does anyone out there have a good idea to stop that.
Framing Garage with Metal Studs?
![Marlayna](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/resources/imgs-responsive/avatar-letters/avatar-M-BC70FF.png?size=50x50)
We have an already built garage made out of cinder blocks. We want to finish the inside to make it a hangout spot. We are planning on using metal framing due to cost.... See more
How can I keep my small patio dog hair and smell free?
![Liza Erisme](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/profile/2016/11/30/15391497_1.jpg?size=50x50)
I have a small patio off the front of my apartment that I've turned into a little garden. I have 2 welsh corgis who shed a LOT! I keep the poop picked up but between ... See more
Quick, inexpensive fix to correct weathered,splintering wood on deck
![Patricia Price Fox](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/profile/2015/10/25/2748117_1.jpg?size=50x50)
My wooden deck is older, and the wood has started to darken and splinter. Outside of replacing the wood, is there anything I can do for a quick and inexpensive fix?
Thompsons Water sealer disaster
![Lynn @ Riggstown Road](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/profile/2015/04/15/2792898.jpg?size=50x50)
Since we just had our deck pressure-washed, we decided to apply Thompson's Water Sealer to help preserve it. Big mistake. It seems to have a permanent stickiness. Any... See more
Cement alternative for flagstone patio joints?
![Toshiba](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/profile/2015/07/11/359023_1.jpg?size=50x50)
We dry laid flagstone between our porch and patio. The flagstone was laid on sand and the joints are filled with sand. Looks great and the stone does not move or wobb... See more
Patio umbrella keeps blowing over
![Barb](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/profile/2018/03/26/1662412_1.jpg?size=50x50)
Does anyone have a easy solution to keep opened patio umbrella from flying up and falling over even on a semi windy day? I have the heavy base, it's in a hole in a pa... See more
How do I get the black marks off my composite deck?
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As we all know New England is getting hammered with snow this year! And I had so much snow on the deck that I had to use the snowblower to get it off. I'm anticipatin... See more
How do I secure my 1st floor patio furniture from vandalism?
![Barbara Reinhardt](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/profile/2018/11/16/34392094_1.jpg?size=50x50)
I live on the first floorof an apartment building. How can I secure my patio furniture without it being unsightly?
How do you keep cats off of the outdoor furniture?
![Carol G](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/profile/2017/04/19/80206_1.jpg?size=50x50)
Stray cats lay and spray my outdoor furniture how do i keep them off my patio and furniture?
How or can you put metal roofing over shingles?
![Sandy](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/resources/imgs-responsive/avatar-letters/avatar-S-FF00A7.png?size=50x50)
wanted to save the expense of tearing off old but good roof to put up a more desirable metal roof is it possible to lay metal on top of shingled roof?
Scored this beauty - a vintage 1950's porch glider with original paint. Any tips on protecting it from the elements?
![Eclectically Vintage - Kelly](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/profile/2015/02/09/2359318.jpg?size=50x50)
http://eclecticallyvintage.com/2012/05/thrift-vintage-glider/
Anybody know how to tell the age and maker of a table
![Arias E Vic](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/profile/2017/07/10/27656946_1.jpg?size=50x50)
I found this in a dump I know it's probably mid 1900s but I'm curious
I’m refinishing my porch ceiling. How do I remove old stubborn paint
![Annie](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/resources/imgs-responsive/avatar-letters/avatar-A-FF00A7.png?size=50x50)
How do I remove brick planters?
![Cathy Barney](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/profile/2016/10/13/13208534_1.jpg?size=50x50)
I want to update my front porch by removing planters and adding a small deck along the front half of the house. How can remove or incorporate the window planter into... See more
Does anyone have any ideas for a wind break on a front porch, live in windy Mt.
![Louella A](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/profile/2014/07/29/699708.jpg?size=50x50)
Im trying to find out if this set is valuable or not. Johnson Brothers
![Allie](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/resources/imgs-responsive/avatar-letters/avatar-A-59A1F4.png?size=50x50)
Wondering the value of this set if any. I have service for 10. Teacups, saucers, dinner plates, salad plates, bowls, dessert plates, gravy boat., large and small plat... See more
What type of glue to use on duck cloth & fold technique for cushions?
![Wendy](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/resources/imgs-responsive/avatar-letters/avatar-W-FF00A7.png?size=50x50)
I will be making cushions for my patio bench and need to know which type of glue to use on the duck cloth material and what type of folds to use the attach cloth to f... See more
Do I need a city permit to remodel a patio cover to attach to roof
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Breaking out slab and putting in new slab 12' x 22'. total cost of slab and patio roof is $7,000.
Pitted outdoor furniture...any ideas?
![Nancy](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/resources/imgs-responsive/avatar-letters/avatar-N-69E0FF.png?size=50x50)
I bought expensive outdoor furniture that is now pitted. See photos. It seems to be pitted the worst around the bottom area where it sets on the floor. It seems to bu... See more
Any idea of value?
![Terri](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/resources/imgs-responsive/avatar-letters/avatar-T-50E3C2.png?size=50x50)
Some Mengel stuff has such a high value. How can I tell? Any ideas? It's 44 tall,20 deep, 35 wide. Beautiful solid wood, amazing hardware. Thanks!
What can I do to my concrete patio that gets no sun and molds?
![Hah10431856](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/resources/imgs-responsive/avatar-letters/avatar-H-605BE8.png?size=50x50)
(Don’t mind the message😁 )Been thinking of options so it doesn’t need power washed every month
How can I finish my back porch ceiling in an inexpensive way?
![Lisa @ 50 Things to Know Life](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/profile/2014/07/07/664911.jpg?size=50x50)
I can see my porch ceiling from the windows in our house and it does not look very nice. I don't want to spend a lot of money. I also have a toddler so I don't have m... See more
How can I redo my stone patio as simply a possible?
![Jennifer](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/resources/imgs-responsive/avatar-letters/avatar-J-50E3C2.png?size=50x50)
Should I remove grout? A way to put polymeric sand on top? I’m a novice (obviously) and I just want to try to repair without starting over!Jennifer
How can I update my brick porch and diagonal column?
![Courtney Powell](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/resources/imgs-responsive/avatar-letters/avatar-C-FF00A7.png?size=50x50)
I don't like the porch/column on my 70's built ranch that we just moved into last summer. Any suggestions to update it?