Mail-order nursery ads can mislead buyers
Consumers face exaggerated claims in mail-order nursery ads. Common trees are sold under fancier names, with promises of instant shade or abundant fruit. Verify with a local nursery, demand stock availability and price, and require written agreements plus payments only on completion.
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Roof shingle removal depends on wood roof condition
An old wood shingle roof may need removal if the deck or supports are warped or rotted. If the roof is sound, nails are reset, loose shingles are stabilized, and feathering strips are added over curled edges. Painting advice warns to work with ladders or scaffolds and follow the sun for even drying.
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Andy Lang
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Phoenix Considers Bee Keeping Ordinance To Curb Nuisance
City Council gave preliminary approval to a bee keeping ordinance amid complaints over swarms and stings. The plan sets minimum land size of 6,000 square feet or neighbor consent for smaller plots, limits one hive per 1,700 square feet, and requires water provision. Bee keepers welcome the regulation aimed at fostering apiculture while reducing nuisance.
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Interior space planning for apartment living rooms
After settling into a new apartment, plan space layout to improve beauty, balance, and conversation. Place large sofa against the long wall, align chairs parallel to walls, balance heavy furniture, and use wall-to-wall carpeting to feel roomier. Group small pictures to form a larger mass and hang at eye level related to furniture.
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Adele Faulkner
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Scottsdale Home and Garden Highlights July 3
A brief Scottsdale Daily Progress home and garden note outlines summer landscaping ideas. Tips cover drought-tolerant plant selections, water-wise irrigation, and low-maintenance garden maintenance for hot July weather.
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Repainting Redwood: Surface Prep and Finishing Coats
Guidance on repainting redwood stresses removing failing coatings before sanding. A wood primer helps prevent extractives from surfacing and staining the finish. The National Paint and Coatings Association advises quality exterior oil base paint for opacity or clear finishes like varnish or spar varnish for protection.
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National Paint and Coatings Association
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