Name:

Michael Peters

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Tip:

An Essential Tool

A simple and too often overlooked item in any painter’s toolbox is an old, soft cotton rag.

• Wrap it around a putty knife and wipe over painted glass when cutting in window frames.


• Use it to mop up any split paint or other materials immediately, before they cause damage and make extra work.


• Use it to keep your hands clean. Remember, clean hands make for a clean and perfect paint job!


• Create a clean and professional looking job throughout each step in the process of painting by wiping runs and fixing uneven applications.


• Save time by cleaning up as you go rather than making a big effort at the end of the job.

Hmm… with so many uses, you might need two!

Name:

Lindsay

Title:

Tip:

Before signing on the dotted line, be sure to read the fine print. Ask for all hidden costs to be identified and written into the contract.
Ask if overburden removal is included in the site works, also the need for pool only soakwells. These two alone could add thousands to the installation costs.

Name:

Steve

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Tip:

Weed-proof membranes help to stop weeds from growing between your flowerbeds. Lay the the membrane below a mulch such as woodchips,gravel or bark. The best type is woven polypropylene as this lets water through. To plant, just cut the fabric.

Name:

Victoria

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Tip:

An important step forward in pest management is to maintain or create healthy soil.

It produces more healthy plants, which should be better able to withstand disease and even insect damage.

Name:

Tom

Title:

Tip:

To make easily transportable compost, put all weeds into a black plastic bag. Cut small holes in the bottom. Pour some water in the bag. When weeds are dry, seal the bag with a tie.

Name:

Joseph

Title:

Tip:

When cleaning cartridge filters, soak them in a cleaning solution for 24 hours, then hose them off before reinstalling.

Name:

Caroline Bergstijn

Title:

Tip:

Mulch your flower beds and trees with 3" of organic material - it conserves water, adds humus and nutrients, and discourages weeds. It gives your beds a nice, finished appearance.