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Allan Block Retaining Walls (http://www.allan-block.com/) Graphics: Few

Even if you don't plan to use Allan Block for your retaining wall project, you'll find plenty of general information on site preparation and retaining wall construction. And if you do choose Allan Block, this is the place to locate a local distributor.

Cyndi's Catalog of Gardening Catalogs (http://www.cog.brown.edu:80/gardening/) Graphics: None

This site contains a listing of over 1600 mail-order gardening supply catalogs and their addresses, links to other gardening Web sites, and essays about the personal gardening experiences of Brown University professor John Mertus. He knows more about radishes than any normal person should.

HomeArts (http://homearts.com/depts/fresh/newhome.htm) Graphics: Few

The home of Hearst's online excerpts from Popular Mechanics, Good Housekeeping, Country Living, and Redbook magazines. Like any magazine rack, it's a great place to relax and browse. But it's not the best source for the answer to a specific question.

Lowe's Home Improvement Wherehouse (http://www.lowes.com/) Graphics: Few

This is everything a home & garden store's Web site ought to be! There's detailed how-to information for all the most common DIY jobs, indoors and out. Highlighted products and tips are appropriate for the season. Lowe's does it right!

Mellco-The 'Decksperts' Home Page (http://www.mellco.com/) Graphics: Few

Even if you don't end up buying their products, this is a good place to find out what kinds of specialty lumber products are available. Everything from Victorian gingerbread trim to log cabin siding. And they'll answer your questions!

This Old House (http://pathfinder.com/@@ItIO8QJzfwEAQH@c/TOH/) Graphics: Lots

The dynamic duo that made home improvement hip on the airwaves takes the show to cyberspace. TOH groupies will love this slick page, as will those searching for home repair ideas and answers.