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And the Right Way to Hang Toilet Paper Is...

Find out if you've been doing it correctly this whole time

3 Mistakes You Might Be Making with Your Lawn Sprinkler System

Life is a lot easier than it used to be – in some ways, at least. Especially when it comes... Read More

Will A Synthetic Turf Lawn Drain?

Customers will often ask if a synthetic turf lawn will drain as well as or better than a natural turf lawn.

How Sprinkler Systems Work: A Guide to Sprinkler Heads and Zones

How to use sprinkler heads effectively, divided into different zones. How sprinkler systems work using pressure and flow rates.

Get Smart with your Sprinkler System

Did you know July is Smart Irrigation Month? Learn all you need to know about reducing water and saving money with your sprinkler system.

Get a FREE rain barrel for your home

Our office is partnering with our colleagues in government and the NYC Department of Environment Protection to distribute FREE rain barrels to homeowners seeking to conserve their rainwater and avoid paying for the city's water supply to water your lawn, clean your car and more.

How to Bring Your Rain Jacket Back to Life for $10

If your rain jacket no longer sheds droplets the way it should, you might be tempted to trash it. Don't.

YARD AND GARDEN: You may have heard people talking about rain gardens

You may have heard people talking about building a rain garden as a way to intercept rainwater especially during major rain events. So what is a rain garden? A rain

Leveling Up your Rain Garden

Looking for planting inspiration for your rain garden this spring? Check out our latest take on rain gardens by PPR Apartments! Rain gardens are traditionally small depressions, typically on a natural slope, containing perennials designed to temporarily hold and soak...

Installing a Rain Barrel

Directions for installing a rain barrel. Shows what extra supplies are needed with pictures and sources.

Nugget of Knowledge: Run or walk in the rain?

I Hate Rain Jackets But I Wear This One All the Time

I've never liked rain jackets. They're hot and unbreathable, and never at-hand in the moments when they're most needed. That being said, I managed to find a rain jacket that I like enough to bring almost everywhere.

How To Wash Your Rain Gear

There comes a point when your rain gear needs to be looked after in order to keep its waterproof properties. Enjoy our guide for maintaining your rain gear.

Turn Rain Gutters into Bookshelves

Here's an easy and inexpensive way to create bookcases that are great for kids (especially the young ones): Use rain gutters as your shelves.The Raising Olives blog features a tutorial for this popular project, which can encourage children to read more.

How to make a rain garden for wildlife

How to create a rain garden to help wildlife in your backyard.

How to Use Water from Rain Barrels GUIDE: Tips + Ideas

Can you use water from rain barrels to water your garden? Wash your car? Irrigate your lawn? Here are 10 ways to use water from rain barrels.

To Harvest or Not to Harvest Rainwater?

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