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Upgrade Your Property with Artificial Grass

February 25, 2014 by · Leave a Comment 

Are you searching for an affordable home upgrade? Do you need a cost-effective landscaping solution for your home? An easy and cost-effective way to add value to your home is to install artificial grass. Artificial grass suppliers like Artificial Turf Supply are seeing an increase in sales for homeowners who want to improve their properties with artificial grass.

Whether you use artificial grass in the front yard, side yard, to create a verdant walkway or a rooftop garden, synthetic grass is a beautiful addition to your property that is sure to enhance its beauty and value.  Here’s how to update your home with fake grass.

Purchase residential-grade synthetic turf. There are many types of synthetic grass solutions on the market, each designed for a specific application. If you plan to use fake grass for aesthetic purposes, it’s important to buy the right kind of turf. For synthetic lawns, gardens, and residential grass purposes, Artificial Turf Supply recommends purchasing residential synthetic turf. The company offers a special line of residential turf, available in a variety of styles and colors.

Get creative with artificial turf. While you can surely upgrade your property by installing a synthetic lawn in the front yard, there are many creative ways you can use fake grass to improve the look of your home. For example, some homeowners have used it to create unique walkways to the front door. Others have used synthetic turf to create beautiful outdoor retreats and gardens. Remember that fake grass can be cut to fit nearly any size or scale project, which means there are no limits to your synthetic grass project.

Bold new moves from Ford to save the environment

February 24, 2014 by · Leave a Comment 

Ford Motor is making calculated and bold movement. When redesigned 2015 Ford F-150 pickup truck hit the market, it will come with a lightweight aluminum instead of traditional welded steel cab and cargo bed. It is the most important news of the 111 year history of the company. The move will cost Ford millions of dollars to switch factory equipment, assembly lines, retooling and engineering expenses. But the change is aimed at drastically reduce the F-150’s weight and fuel cost helping the environment. New truck will be 15 percent less heavy than its predecessor. The aluminum body and cab bed will lower the weight by about 450 pounds. When combined with other parts including the engine, the 2015 F-150 will be almost 1,000 pounds lighter than the 2014 model.

The new design will deliver 6 to 7 percent fuel economy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Ford estimates that the new Ford F-150, 2.7-liter EcoBoost V6 will deliver around 30 miles per gallon. Compare this to the close competitor Ram 1500 that deliver 25 miles per gallon or the 23 highway mpg for 2014 F-150. Ford F-150 is the America’s bestselling truck for several years and sold over 763,000 trucks last year.

Spend Less and Buy Used Tractor Parts

February 24, 2014 by · Leave a Comment 

By WorthingtonAGParts

The sad fact of the matter is, brand new parts for your tractor are expensive, and brand new antique tractor parts for your old tractor are not only expensive, but hard to find as well, making the task of fixing your equipment very cumbersome.

Some have found a way around this predicament and have opted to refurbish old and broken parts to work like the way it did before. People though that these parts are much cheaper to restore than being totally replaced by a new part, establishing a market for it. The used parts industry is caters not only to case tractor parts, but other agricultural equipment as well, especially those that require very specific replacement parts that aren’t manufactured anywhere else.

One common question commonly asked is the quality and the structural integrity of the part once it has been refurbished or restored, and the answer to that is that the restored part is probably just as reliable as a brand new part fresh from the factory. Technology has progressed so much and a lot of Research and Development has been put into the process of restoration so much so that they can even rival those that come from the factories.

So all you have to think about is how much you’re open to the idea of using restored tractor parts in something you have to use daily. It’s definitely much cheaper than ordering a part from the factory then waiting for it to be delivered.

WorthingtonAGParts is a shop that specializes in restored and refurbished parts and farm equipment for your agricultural equipment needs.

How an Electric Fence Can Make all the Difference

February 18, 2014 by · Leave a Comment 

No matter what kind of fence you purchase, we all buy them for the same thing. We either want certain things kept off our property or our animals kept in. Often times, it’s a combination of the two. That’s why you simply can’t do better than installing an electric fence.

For one thing, installing electric fences are easier than ever before. This is especially true if you do this with a trustworthy variety like a Gallagher Fence. Because it’s basically just posts, wiring and a power source, you couldn’t ask for an easier installation.

Once installed, however, electric fences can do just about anything a more traditional fence could. In fact, many would argue it could do a lot more. You think about how big some full sized bulls are and then you see how little electric wiring it takes to keep them at bay and you start to have an idea of the method’s potential.

But electric fencing also lets you see straight out your property without anything getting in the way. Traditional options like brick and wood will only let you see so far.

Lastly, if anything ever compromises your electric fence, it simply takes more wire to replace it. Repairs are even easier than installation and affordable too.

If you need electric fencing, you need to visit the Farm Supply Store. This website sells all kinds of Garden fence options to keep in what you want in and out what you want kept out.

How to Remove an Existing Door

February 12, 2014 by · Leave a Comment 

Purchasing a new front door for your home is one of the most exciting ways that you can transform the look of your house. It’s an attention grabbing item that has massive curb appeal and will make people notice the fresh look of your home from the street. With pre-hung doors becoming affordable, it’s never been cheaper or easier to put a new door into a house.

But before you install a new front door on your home, you need to take out your old door. It’s a process that can be relatively quick and easy. However, if you don’t do it correctly, you can damage parts such as the interior moldings that you will need for your new door. In order to do the job right, here are four steps to take to remove most doors:

Step #1: Taking the actual old door out of the door frame is fairly simply. All you need to do is tap the hinge pins loose by using a hammer and a set of nails. Once they are loose, just open the door and lift the door off. Most doors are heavier than you expect, so have someone available to help.

Step #2: Next you’ll need to take the old trim off of the frame. You can do this by using a pry bar to pull the trim off of the frame. Placing a putty knife between the pry bar and the wall will protect it from getting scraped.

Step #3: After this, you have to remove the exterior trim. This is done by cutting the caulk away from between the exterior trim and the siding and prying the trim away from the door jamb.

Step #4: You’ll then need to remove the jambs. You can cut through the side jambs by using a tool like a hand saw and then pulling them out.

 

Tips on Buying Used Golf Course Equipment

February 5, 2014 by · Leave a Comment 

This article was written by Global Turf Equipment

Maintaining a golf course is expensive, and much of that has to do with the equipment. From blowers and vacuums to fairway mowers, greens rollers, and spreaders, keeping a golf course neat and tidy requires over a dozen machines.  To save money, many superintendents purchase used golf course equipment. In fact, you can save up to 50 percent on golf course maintenance equipment simply by purchasing used machines.

But how do you know that you’re buying good equipment? How do you know the used sand pro won’t break down on you the next day? The fact is that purchasing used equipment is easier said than done. If you buy used equipment from the wrong retailer, you can end up with low-quality equipment or a machine with worn-out parts. If you’re in the market for used golf course equipment, it’s important to do your research before making a purchase. Here are a few tips on how to get your money’s worth when buying used golf course equipment.

Look for Refurbished Golf Course Equipment

While on the hunt for the perfect equipment, keep an eye out for the word refurbished. Unlike used equipment, refurbished equipment has been completely restored to its original state. A typical refurbished reel master from Global Turf Equipment, for example, has been disassembled, thoroughly inspected, and then carefully rebuilt. If the technician finds worn or broken parts during the inspection, he or she will rebuild, repair, or replace the parts as needed.

In addition to the interior, a refurbished machine also gets cosmetically overhauled with new pains, new decals, and new grip tape as needed. The final result is a machine that looks and performs like new.

Say Yes to Brand Name Machines

A beautiful golf course requires high-quality equipment to keep it looking healthy and nice. For the most part, this means you will need trusted, brand name equipment. Although it might be tempting to cut costs on generic equipment, don’t. Buy brand name equipment with a reputation for offering high-quality products.

Get Affordable Shipping

Don’t forget about shipping costs. Large golf course equipment can be expensive to ship. Even if you find a great deal online, you might end up paying a fortune in shipping costs. As you shop for golf course equipment online, pay attention to shipping costs and factor it into the final amount. Stay within your budget by going with a retailer that promises affordable shipping.

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Global Turf Equipment is an online retailer of used and refurbished golf course equipment. Visit the website to purchase a Jacobsen mower or other brand name golf course equipment.