Yard Structure Links
The links on this page lead to the best Web sites in this subject area. All are rated and reviewed. If you don't see what you're looking for in the list below, don't despair. We may have recently discovered your dream site and added it to the updated links collection we maintain on the Web. To see the updated lists, and other features for the home improver, go to Home Central at http://www.homecentral.com/home by clicking the button on the right.
 


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

Arrow Storage Buildings
(http://www.arrowsheds.com/)
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This online catalog of outdoor storage buildings has a nifty search feature that allows you to enter the specifications of the structure you want and will return a list of Arrow products that fit the bill. However, you'll have to go out and buy your dream shed the old-fashioned way.

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

Hometime
(http://www.hometime.com/)
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Long-time fans of Dean Johnson's popular PBS television series won't be surprised that this is a top-quality site. Most impressive are the step-by-step instructions for major remodeling projects found in the "how-to" section, but you'll also find a fine bulletin board and an index of past shows.

Mellco-The 'Decksperts' Home Page
(http://www.mellco.com/)
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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 availableùeverything from Victorian gingerbread trim to log cabin siding. And they'll answer your questions!

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