Making plastic rope last outdoors: choosing, using and storing it
Sunlight, heat and abrasion are what wear plastic rope out. Choosing the right type and storing it properly add to its working life.
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Setting up trellis netting for cucumbers, yard-long beans and melons
Trellis netting lets climbing crops grow upwards: it saves space, keeps fruit off the soil and makes harvesting easier.
Orange safety fence on site: what it is for, how to put it up, and what to watch for
Safety fence marks out areas and is visible from far away, but it is not designed to take impacts or to stop people falling from height.
Cleaning and caring for insect screens so they last
Dust on a screen cuts airflow and makes it look dull. Cleaning it regularly, the right way, helps it last longer.
Reading stainless steel wire mesh specs: mesh, wire diameter, opening and microns
Wire mesh specifications carry several numbers: mesh count, wire diameter, opening size and open area. Knowing how they relate helps you order the right mesh for your filtering job.
How to lay Weed Mat so it controls weeds and lasts
Lay it right, from preparing the ground to pinning it down, and the fabric stays flat, weeds cannot push through, and it does not wear out early.
20 mesh or 32 mesh: choosing insect netting for the pests you need to stop
A finer net stops smaller insects but lets less air through. This guide helps you choose between 20 mesh and 32 mesh netting.
What is the difference between grade 304 and 316 stainless steel wire mesh?
Grade 316 resists acids and alkalis better, which suits coastal areas and the food, pharmaceutical and chemical industries.
How to read the shading rate of shade net from its edge color
Yellow edge 50%, red edge 60%, blue edge 70% and purple edge 80%.
How to install Pet Mesh
It fits the same frames as HDPE insect screen. Use a rubber mallet to tap the spline in together with the screen.
Which insect screen? Five types compared
HDPE, fiberglass, Pet Mesh, Ecoscreen and pleated mesh insect screens differ in material, durability and use. This article sums them up so that you can choose the right one for your home.
Heartworm: a danger to pets worth watching for
Heartworm in dogs and cats is spread by mosquitoes. Ask your vet about prevention, and cut the chance of bites at home with screens that stand up to claws.
The dangers of mosquitoes
Three kinds of mosquito found in Thailand carry disease. How each behaves, and how to keep them out of your home.