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0 of 3 Premium Clicks used this month SUBSCRIBE Print + Online Subscriber Activation | Register x Forgot Password | Need an Account? e-edition | subscribe | newsletter | deals Classifieds Jobs Autos Real Estate FEATURED » NEWS NOW Rogue Valley doctor runs for governor on climate change platform ... Emergency services, Oct. 16 ... Since You Asked: Park resurfacing delayed during winter ... Rogue Valley doctor runs for governor on climate change platform ... Emergency services, Oct. 16 ... Since You Asked: Park resurfacing delayed during winter ... Home Help: 4 ways to redefine your outdoor space Comment MailTribune.com Writer Posted Mar. 9, 2015 at 2:00 AM Posted Mar. 9, 2015 at 2:00 AM » Social News TIP OF THE WEEK Winter’s coldest days make you appreciate spring and summer, as well as the warm afternoons spent outdoors enjoying these seasons. And when the time comes, there’s no better place to relax than in your own backyard. Below are four projects you can tackle on your own to reinvent your backyard and turn it into the space you always knew it could be. • Landscape for the year: Landscaping provides a focal point in your yard, but don’t just landscape with the warmer months in mind: include plants for each season. Showcase blooming flowers and hostas in the warmer months, and pair them with evergreen conifers for a look that’s inviting all year long. • One-of-a-kind planter boxes: Showcase your most beautiful blooms or delicious herbs in DIY planter boxes. Western red cedar is ideal for planter boxes because it is naturally rot, decay and insect resistant. Plus, building the box is easy. You can learn how to build planter boxes of your own at realcedar.com . • Sitting beside the fire: A fire pit is a great way to extend your backyard use into the evening hours, and giving the pit a professional look is easier than you think. Start by measuring the pit area and then build your wall of pavers. Surround the pit itself with gravel, additional pavers or another non-flammable substance, then add some comfy chairs and prepare to enjoy. • The all-in-one pergola: Whether you’re looking for a little shade, a centerpiece for the yard or the perfect spot to entertain, a pergola delivers. Building the pergola out of a lighter wood will make the material easier to handle for any DIYer, and the appearance ensures your pergola will blend in naturally with the rest of your yard. — Brandpoint HOME-SELLING TIP Real-estate professionals agree that when you’re getting your home staged for potential buyers, it’s important to show off your closet space. Avoid the temptation to clean up the main living area by cramming your closets: You should have items in your closet, but you don’t want to overdo it. Your closets should look clean and organized, and that may mean going through your wardrobe and donating items you don’t wear anymore. — More Content Now DECORATING TIP It’s time to layer on the luster. Stamped metal ceilings have contributed shine and sophistication to American homes since they were introduced in the 1880s. Besides beauty, metal ceilings offer practicality. They resist mold and mildew, offer sag resistance and last longer than plaster or drywall. Metallaire metal ceiling tiles from Armstrong are available in 12 patterns, and a variety of finishes, including chrome, copper, brass, white and lacquered steel. The lacquered steel panels also can be painted to accent or blend with the rest of the room. — Brandpoint GARDEN GUIDE Enjoy your backyard any time of day with just a little lighting. Solar-powered path lights are a low-maintenance way to showcase your new landscaping, and hanging track lighting can bring an evening glow to your pergola. Finally, don’t forget tiki torches. Adding a couple will give your backyard a rustic feel and keep the mosquitos away at the same time. What could be better than that? — Brandpoint MailTribune.com Writer Posted Mar. 9, 2015 at 2:00 AM » Comment or view comments Reader Reaction » STAY INFORMED Email NewsLetter Sign Up Today Sign up for our newsletter and have the top headlines from your community delivered right to your inbox. Southern Oregon Directory Featured Businesses Loading... 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