I’ve wondered about the sprinkler trick, but I’m a little skeptical it’ll be enough for my yard. The lowest part is basically a puddle magnet—if there...

I hear you on the pop-ups—ours were a pain, too. The dry well definitely keeps things tidier, but I do wonder about maintenance over time. I’ve read t...

Good point about factoring in the extra time for cleanup. I've been considering reclaimed materials myself, but I'm wondering about structural integri...

Driftwood definitely has that inviting, warm feel to it, and I can see why it's appealing. Still, I agree that fantasy doesn't always have to lean coz...

I think you're onto something with the bamboo shades. I've seen them hold up really well in humid conditions, especially after sealing. But don't comp...