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Can You Power Wash Your Garage Door?

Editor — Fri, 16 Dec 2022 12:06:35 +0000

In most situations garage doors can be safely power washed to remove dirt and grime, leaving a sparkling end result. However there are a few important considerations before you start on the process. Considerations Before You Power Wash Your Garage Door Before you go and retrieve your jet wash from the garage there are a ...

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Does Rain Affect New Asphalt Driveways?

Editor — Fri, 16 Dec 2022 12:06:31 +0000

Asphalt driveways have many benefits for homeowners but two major inconveniences are the drying and curing processes. Effective drying and curing is essential to ensure the longevity of your new asphalt driveway, and complications during this initial period can result in cracking or a loosening surface, that can significantly shorten the lifespan and aesthetic appeal ...

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How to Make Block Paving Look New

Editor — Fri, 16 Dec 2022 12:06:27 +0000

Block paving is a great way to add curb appeal to your home and is known to have a long lifespan when properly cared for. This ongoing care is particularly important when you consider the cost of replacing a block paved driveway. Sadly, block paving can start to lose its luster over time. But there ...

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Does Salt Damage Asphalt?

Editor — Fri, 16 Dec 2022 12:06:21 +0000

As the temperatures begin to inch ever closer to freezing it’s natural to consider how best to avoid the dangers of a slippery asphalt driveway. Snow and ice on the surface can increase the risk of slips and falls for pedestrians, as well as making driving more risky. While there are a variety of ways ...

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How to Remove Oil From Tarmac Driveways

Editor — Fri, 16 Dec 2022 12:06:08 +0000

When you park your car on a tarmac driveway it’s really only a matter of time until you suffer from an oil spill. Spilled oil looks unsightly, of course, but there are other potential issues too. For example, liquid oil can be walked into your home causing damage to interior flooring. Lastly of course oil ...

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How to Care For Your Asphalt Driveway

Editor — Fri, 16 Dec 2022 12:06:05 +0000

Asphalt is an incredibly practical driveway material, and fortunately requires minimal maintenance. That said, there are some crucial steps to caring for your asphalt driveway. By carrying out these steps you’ll ensure that your driveway is safe, sound, looks great and has the longest lifespan possible. Here’s what all homeowners should know about how to ...

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How Long to Stay Off New Asphalt Driveway

Editor — Fri, 16 Dec 2022 12:06:01 +0000

Asphalt driveways can be an incredibly practical and aesthetically pleasing option. However if your asphalt driveway is to look its best and last for as many years as possible it’s crucial to stay off it during the curing process. While this is inconvenient at first, staying off your asphalt driveway till it is fully cured ...

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Can a Storm Door Open Inward?

Editor — Fri, 16 Dec 2022 12:05:56 +0000

Storm doors are designed to open outwards and so generally aren’t fitted to open inward. There are a number of reasons for this, and indeed there are benefits to each of them. We’ll be covering each of these elements within this guide. The short answer is that storm doors can open inwards if your property ...

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Should Driveway Gates Swing in or Out?

Editor — Fri, 16 Dec 2022 12:05:48 +0000

Driveway gates typically swing inwards, though in some specific circumstances it may make sense for them to swing outwards. In this article we’ll examine why driveway gates normally swing inwards, together with those situations where gates that swing out might make more sense. We’ll also give some handy pointers on what to consider when deciding ...

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How to Get Rid of Moss on a Tarmac Driveway

Editor — Fri, 16 Dec 2022 12:05:25 +0000

Moss can be a problem on tarmac driveways, particularly in areas that tend to stay damp (north facing, under overhanging shrubs and trees, where rainwater pools etc.). While moss doesn’t do any real damage to the tarmac surface, it is very slippery when wet, so can represent a safety risk. It also arguably looks unsightly ...

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