#HomeProjects

2026-02-03

Deck Railing Systems & Deck Boards | Union MO

Enhance safety and appearance with deck railing systems and composite deck boards from Hall Brothers Lumber. Serving Union, MO homeowners with reliable outdoor building materials.

Visit our Website today to know more information:

hallbroslumber.com/decking-rai

AppalachianMtnBungalowAppalachian@pixelfed.social
2026-01-21
Yard Renovations 🌧️

We’ve had ongoing #flooding in the yard, and after one too many heavy rains, we decided it was time to fix the problem the right way. When we first looked at the Bungalow to purchase, I sunk down a bit in the squishy back yard. Then the #Airstream sunk down a bit in the squishy back yard.

Then a deluge of rain within 24 hours happened.... so last week we installed French drains to help move water away from the house and keep the ground from staying saturated.

Right now, the yard is torn up with #trenches and piles of soil, and it’s not the prettiest stage and I keep reminding myself that this is part of the process. The goal is a #yard that drains properly, stays healthier, and holds up better through the seasons. But, dang, what was pretty green #grass is now full on dirt. And the #BabySharks are not happy it happened in their small play yard.

The Baby Sharks are still on porch patrol, watching every step, while we practice patience and trust the long-term plan. 💙

#FrenchDrain #YardDrainage #FloodingYard #HomeProjects #AppalachiaLiving #PorchPatrol #MountainHome #FixingTheProblem #PatienceAndProgress #CountryLiving #HomeImprovement
A wide outdoor photo of a yard that has been dug up for drainage work. A long, deep trench runs from the bottom center of the image toward the back of the yard, with dark soil piled on both sides. The ground is muddy and uneven, with patches of grass still visible along the edges. In the background, there is a wooden fence, a small dark shed to the left, and a white building with a bright blue metal roof near the center. To the right, part of a covered carport and a vehicle can be seen. Leafless trees rise behind the buildings under a clear winter blue sky.
One Communityonecommunity
2025-11-12

The great thing about these jelly air fresheners are that you can add ANY essential oil you want to, or even blend a few different oils together. Perfect if you have a particular scent you are trying to create.

tastykitchen.com/recipes/homem

2025-08-25
repurposed my live wreath since I loved the protea flowers so much ❤️

#home #HomeDecor #crafts #protea #flowers #DriedFlowers #blackmastodon #blackfediverse #blackfedi
2025-08-03

Water butt level indicator project was a roaring success. Idea from a random internet blog I stumbled across a few weeks ago

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#diy #gardening #gardeningmastodon #homesteading #irrigation #rainwater #waterbutts #homeprojects

Step 1: Drill hole in water butt above max water level to avoid leaksStep 2: insert clear pipe with length 3* height of water butt. Attach weight to interior end of pipe so it sinks to bottomStep 3: run exterior section of pipe down outside of the butt, round tap and back up again so end is above the max water line. Secure end of pipe to butt with gorilla tapeStep 4: apply suction to end of pipe just until the water starts to syphon. The water will syphon until it reaches the internal water level and will then stop. Hey presto, you can now see the water level without having to wrestle the lid off 👍🙂

🏊‍♂️ Still no pool. Still chasing contractors.
One no-show after another, with zero communication. I get delays. What I don't get is being ghosted.
Third contractor showed promise. Local, knowledgeable, communicative. Now it’s a rain game.
Also: my desktop crashed mid-post. Overheating CPU drama. 3 years of weekly blog posts. Consecutive. No breaks.
Full update here →
bobmuellerwriter.com/tooting-m
#blogging #contractors #homeprojects #writing

N-gated Hacker Newsngate
2025-04-05

"Why waste your time with a formal course when you can become a DIY electricity wizard with a book that's just as electrifying as a toaster in a bathtub? ⚡📚 Expect to go from 'what is a volt?' to 'I can build a spaceship!' in five easy steps, because who needs trained professionals when you've got a manual? 🤖🔌"
simonmonk.org/tyee7

2025-02-25
Here's the thing right, if you know how to swing a hammer and know which screws to nail, you can build a chicken coop. Or a raised garden bed. Or a vine canopy. Just stop being a useless turd and learn to use basic hand tools. Remember, it all starts with a pallet.
#fyp #homeprojects #diyprojects #chickencoop #birdflupreparedness
My foot resting on a pallet as I prepare to break it down to use in other home projects.
John Scarpa, RE/MAX REALTORscarparealestate
2025-02-14

8 Things You Should Always Do in Your Yard After It Rains

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Use this guide to put rainwater to good use in your garden and prevent it from causing damage to your yard and home.

Message: This advice is sure to come in handy when it rains in your area.

February 14, 2025 at 08:05AM

2025-01-18

Key Home Upgrades to Make After Moving In: — Congratulations, you’ve moved in! The boxes are stacked like skyscrapers, your Wi-Fi is questionable, and you’re eating pizza off a paper towel. Moving is a whirlwind, but the chaos doesn’t last forever. Once you’ve settled in, you’ll realize your new house still needs some tweaks. It’s nice, sure, but does it feel like *home*…

The post Key Home Upgrades to Make After… goodmenproject.com/do-it-yours #DoItYourself #homeprojects #homeupgrades @goodmenproject

2024-12-13

Strong, reliable, and versatile cement slabs for every project. 🏗️ Whether it’s a driveway, patio, or walkway, we’ve got you covered with top-quality concrete. 🌟 #CementSlabs #ConcreteWork #OutdoorSpaces #HomeProjects #DurableDesign

2024-09-02

Nothing like waiting till the end of summer to finally install a screen door on my kitchen door to the back deck. Better late than never #HomeProjects

2024-03-30

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