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Gasoline mowers can present some unwelcome repairs from time-to-time, but if you perform some simple yearly maintenance you can extend the life of your mower and prevent costly repairs. In this article, we key in on 3 steps that one should perform annually to make sure that their mower is starting quickly and running smoothly!

1. Change Air Filter - This is an easy step, but an important one! A clean air filter ensures that the air being used in the engine combustion process is clean and free of dirt. There have been many different types of filters made over the years, including foam filters and pleated paper filters. Once you have found your correct replacement, replacing the air filter gen...

We sell lots of concrete and masonry waterproofers each year to help protect porous stone and concrete surfaces from snow and ice damage. However, the majority of products only last 1 season. They wear off quickly with frequent contact with car tires and through sunlight and natural elements. If using these products, you will typically need to reapply every 1-2 years to prevent damage to expensive concrete surfaces, such as your driveway or walkways.

For those that wish to seal concrete less frequently, you will be excited to know that we sell a longer-lasting alternative! Masonry Saver's heavy duty masonry water repellent lasts up to 5 years with just one application. This is perfect for th...

Our homes may feel safe since they protect us and our belongings from the cold, rain, snow, and wind; however there is more to a safe house than just having locking doors and an alarm system. Carbon monoxide poisoning causes over 200 deaths a year and fires cause thousands of deaths each year in the US. To protect yourself from these harmful, and possibly deadly occurrences, be sure to install fire and CO detectors in the proper areas and maintain/test them with regularity. Here are some guidelines that are recommended by the National Fire Protection Association and the US Fire Association.

Fire safety in your home:

Install smoke alarms inside every bedroom, within every separate sleeping are...

Fatwood Firestarters

Fatwood firestarters are an easy-to-use, all natural firestarter that is very versatile. Use them indoors or out in fireplaces, fire pits, barbecues, chimeneas, wood and pellet stoves, or campfires. Unlike alternatives, there are no chemicals added to these sticks. The light quickly with a match and are 100% all natural.

How is Fatwood made? Fatwood is harvested from the stump of a pine tree. Over time naturally occurring resins accumulate within the stump and give Fatwood excellent fire starting capabilities. No live trees are cut to make Fatwood firestarters, so they are environmentally friendly as well!

How are they used? Simply crisscross 2-3 fire sticks and light with ...

If you have large areas to apply weed, bug, or fungus controls outside in the garden, then you should really consider a hose-end applicator. This simple device threads onto any garden hose and can spray large areas, such as lawns, in just minutes.

For years, I have used a pump-sprayer and walked around to individual weeds in the lawn to treat them. Even though this is the most cost efficient way to spray weeds throughout the lawn since you are only spraying the weeds and not the entire surface area, there is a quicker way. A quicker is often the most appealing for so many of us that only have so much time to dedicate to our lawns and gardens. With a hose-end sprayer, you use swooping actions...

We have an immense selection of doormats. We have natural fiber mats, rubber mats, indoor/outdoor mats and more, but if you were to ask me which doormat will hold up the longest... I would answer without question... a Cape Cod Doormat!

What exactly is a Cape Cod Doormat? These doormats are made in Hyannis, MA (a town at the start of Cape Cod) from 100% polypropylene. This twisted roping is woven to create a surface that cleans shoes remarkably well! The twisted nature of the rope scratches the undersides of your shoes and dislodges dirt and debris.

What are other reasons that people love these mats? We have sold these mats for years, and the reasons that people love them are numerous. Some l...

Gasoline mowers can present some unwelcome repairs from time-to-time, but if you perform some simple yearly maintenance you can extend the life of your mower and prevent costly repairs. In this article, we key in on 3 steps that one should perform annually to make sure that their mower is starting quickly and running smoothly!

1. Change Air Filter - This is an easy step, but an important one! A clean air filter ensures that the air being used in the engine combustion process is clean and free of dirt. There have been many different types of filters made over the years, including foam filters and pleated paper filters. Once you have found your correct replacement, replacing the air filter gene...

Bulb EZ is a little known product, that solves a issue many of us have faced before; stubborn light bulbs that are hard-to-install and even harder to remove. These bulbs can often break or require great effort to remove when they burn out and need replaced... Introducing Bulb EZ!

Bulb EZ is a silky, lightweight, non-toxic lubricant that ensures smooth install and removal of light bulbs. The lubricant prevents cross-threading and from lamps freezing in their sockets. You may use Bulb EZ on any type of bulb, but it is great for hard to reach area, elevated installs, and areas that are prone to humidity (such as kitchens, bathrooms, and outdoor lights).

The lubricant is easy to apply. Simply wipe...

We hear from so many people, that gasoline engines are hard-to-start. Sometimes this is the result of old or poor gas, other times it is because of poor engine design or maintenance. Purchasing good, quality gas-powered tools, such as those from Echo, is a great way to ensure many years of hassle-free use. Plus, using ethanol free gasoline is very helpful (especially now-a-days) and we talk about that in more detail in a prior Blog article (seen here).

If you are looking for the EASIEST to start engine, hands-down... it is the I-75 recoil start engines from Echo. What makes the I-Start so unique? It is the spring-assisted recoil start that requires 75% starting effort than a typical small eng...

Have trouble with mold and mildew on your deck, siding, or roof? Are you able to clean the stains, only to have them return again in the fall or spring? If you are tried of always playing catch-up around your home or garden, then try Wet and Forget moss, mold, and mildew stain remover! Not only does it wash away the stains, it leaves a residue on treated surfaces that will prevent regrowth for up to 12 months.