This bench, located in the deep end of the swimming pool, has glass trim tile in Arctic Ocean. Pool location is Avenue, MD. Wise Pool & Spa Service, Inc.

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Edible landscaping encompasses much more then adding some veggie beds to one’s property. Creative layouts and material usage can incorporate year-round vegetable harvests in an aesthetically pleasing way. Perennial fruit trees, along with bushes and herbs, create a lush space full of beautiful, colors, textures, smells and tastes. Searching out and experimenting with different and rare varieties of edible plants keeps home gardens interesting. Edible landscaping gives access to food at its freshest, when it is most nutritious, and offers many more options than supermarket produce sections—also cutting down on transportation and packaging impacts. From edible estates to food forests, or simple integration of garden-based food production, Sweet Smiling Landscapes has the knowledge and experience to help home owners harvest their own bounty.

Tasty blueberries grow in this Brooklyn rooftop garden. Not only does the family get to enjoy the fruit, they also get to enjoy watching the birds that visit their garden. Photo by Nicole Capobianco

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Treatment For Residential Waste water Every home generates wastewater and while there is no way of getting away from this fact, it is good to know that there are quite a few options when it comes to treating residential wastewater. The traditional septic tank For a very long time, the septic tank ruled the roost when it came to residential water treatment. This tank is a fairly simple construction and is very widely used. It relies on the sedimentation process to deal with residential wastewater. Sometimes the septic tank can be boosted in its processes with the use of: • Flocculates. • Chemical inputs. • Patented or proprietary technology and so on. Use of chemical methods Processes such as chlorination have emerged as cost effective methods to treat wastewater. At the heart of the following processes is the use of a chemical agent and a chemical reaction to get the wastewater treated: • Ion exchange. • Adsorption. • Chlorination. • Use of polyvalent metals for coagulation and so on. Biological processes In a very unique wastewater treatment approach – bacteria are used to break down the components of wastewater! Of course there is a lot of science and research that has gone into these methods of treating wastewater. For instance, the use of a septic tank, as stated above is a biological, anaerobic method of treatment. Biological processes will also cater for destroying any disease causing organisms. The combined approach Residential wastewater is also treated with the use of a combination of methods. For instance, a device that uses an aerobic approach to wastewater treatment will also have mechanical components to get the process to be even more effective. It is critical to invest in a system that promises total – 100% - treatment of the wastewater. If the residential wastewater is not treated comprehensively then the effluents can cause all kinds of health issues to the people in the property. Effective systems If you are scouting for a system to help in treating residential wastewater then you should know that there are systems that are sophisticated in their working. Flow equalization to ensure 100% treatment and the use of an internet based alarm system make such products very effective and energy efficient too. It is also a good idea to check with your local sanitation authorities before investing in products so you can ensure you are compliant with all local health and public safety rules and regulations. For instance, using NSF certified systems can help in this regard.

Jewett Farms + Co’s Reclaimed Antique Heart of Pine Select flooring is hard wearing and extremely durable. Reclaimed Heart Pine’s exceptionally tight grain and vibrant tawny tone make for a beautiful floor that will stand up to hard work and high traffic. This wide plank floor features a more uniform appearance with a light mix of knots, cracks and nail holes. Jewett Farms + Co’s Reclaimed Heart of Pine Select flooring is available to be shipped throughout the United States from our New England headquarters

Part of the nature’s repertoire, these stones are exceptional raw masterpieces, admired and appreciated since ancient times, been classified by their gems under the renowned name of semiprecious stones. Created in nature’s mysterious laboratories, over many thousands of years, these stones are just one of the sources forms where the absolute beauty originated. Their structure is a perfect architecture of small crystals coming in an infinite array of colors and depths. These semiprecious stones expressing the essence of elegance, class and beauty, are the ultimate touch of perfection for any interior, from classic to modern, from romantic to contemporary... Touches of gold and silver, a large choice of textures and colors expand and enhance their ability to fit any interior or design. # luxury stones # style # stones # elegant stone # home decor # luxury home # beauty # home design # luxury design # semiprecious stone # luxury stone # maercharme # gold #silver # elegant #interior decor

Corten steel planters by Veradek are awesome! A nice price and well made. They rust to a beautiful, varied patina that along with the straight lines of the steel creates a nice mix of organic and geometric. Plants look great spilling out of planters, and what a canvas! I love planters, and my clients do too!

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This contemporary townhouse was in need of a landscape that would require minimal care while complimenting both the architecture and accentuate its steel blue, and peach color scheme. With limit space we were able to create a landscape that both accommodated the need for color and interest in a low maintenance fashion while helping to unify the townhouse with its surrounding.