17 How-Tos From Desperate Landscapes

1. 11. How to Build a Window Box

   

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   A window box is an easy way to update a home with seasonal plantings and complement a landscape makeover.

   Cost:

   $0 to $0

2. 12. How to Repair an Iron Railing

   

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   Learn how to do a quick repair on an old iron railing.

   Time:

   Under Half Day

   Cost:

   $50 to $100

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

3. 13. How to Build a Wall Planter Box

   

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   Learn how to soften an outdoor wall by hanging a planter box.

   Time:

   Under Half Day

   Cost:

   $250 to $500

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

4. 14. How to Patch Masonry Walls

   

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   Learn how to patch walls before painting them.

   Time:

   Day

   Cost:

   $50 to $100

   Difficulty:

   Easy

5. 15. How to Apply Latex Over Oil-Based Paint

   

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   Learn how to determine if a door is covered with oil paint and, if so, how best to cover it with latex paint.

   Time:

   Day

   Cost:

   $50 to $100

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

6. 16. How to Level a Slate Walkway

   

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   The slate walkway and patio are great features on this house, but they're both in need of serious repair. Eventually all of the stones ...

   Time:

   Day

   Cost:

   $50 to $100

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

7. 17. How to Conceal the Air Conditioner Unit

   

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   The air conditioning unit sits right in front of this house. Shrubs will help soften it, but our plan also calls for a two-sided screen...

   Time:

   Day

   Cost:

   $500 to $1000

   Difficulty:

   Moderate