Choose your ladder based on height, stability, and material. Steel telescopic ladders are a great choice; wood orchard ladders aren’t.
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How to Get Pollen Out of Your Pool
You can get pollen out of your pool by adding aluminum sulfate to clump the pollen so you can vacuum it out. Or, stick to the physical methods like vacuuming and running the filtration system, depending on how coated your pool is.
How to Clean Different Pool Filters
To clean a pool filter, start by identifying the filter type: cartridge, sand, or D.E. Cartridge filters need rinsing with a hose, sand filters require backwashing, and D.E. filters need backwashing and recharging D.E. powder with yearly deep cleans.
How Often to Clean Your Pool Filter
Clean cartridge filters every 6 months, backwash sand filters every 4 to 6 weeks, and D.E. filters every 1 to 3 months with seasonal deep cleans. Clean your filter as soon as possible if pressure rises 8 to 10 PSI above normal or water appears murky.
How Much Does Exterior House Painting Cost in 2025?
The average cost of exterior house painting ranges from $2 to $4 per square foot. Prices vary depending on house size, number of stories, and other factors.
What Are the Benefits of Gutter Guards?
Gutter guards keep most debris out of your gutters and downspout, prevent clogs, and reduce the maintenance needs of your gutter system.
How Much Does it Cost to Paint a Garage Floor?
Painting garage floor somewhere between $2.80 and $4.80 per square foot, depending on the paint type, floor prep, and labor costs.
How to Use Color of the Year Mocha Mousse in Your Decor
The Pantone Color of the Year, Mocha Mousse, brings the richness of cacao and the comfort of an earthy brown to textiles, decor, and more.
How to Patch Holes in a Wall Before Painting
You can patch holes and imperfections by spackling over them, then wait for the spackle to dry and sand it smooth.
How to Clean Gutters Safely Using a Ladder
Carefully maintain three points of contact, angle the ladder correctly, and don’t throw off your balance by overreaching.