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YouTube Tuesdays: Who’s Next? Are You Ready for a Career at The Home Depot?

Posted by: on May 15th, 2012 | Make A Comment

For many of our associates, working at The Home Depot is more than just a job. It’s being part of a family. Wearing the orange apron is a source of pride.

Do you have what it takes to be a part of the next generation of leaders at The Home Depot? If you’re ready to rise to the challenge, we may have an internship or career opportunity on our team that can help take you to the top.

Watch this video to find out what we mean. (It’s not your normal corporate video. It’s actually pretty fun to watch.) And ff this video speaks to you, visit our Who’s Next web page for more information on starting a career at The Home Depot.

 

Catch up with YouTube Tuesdays and Thursdays for more Home Depot videos on the Apron Blog. 

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YouTube Thursdays: Soil Testing for Your Lawn and Garden

Posted by: on May 10th, 2012 | Make A Comment

Whether your lawn isn’t growing the way you want it to or you want to make sure that everything’s just right before you start planting spring flowers, it’s important to get to know your soil. If it’s not healthy, it’s nearly impossible for your gardening projects to grow to their full potential. So how can you figure out exactly what your soil needs?

This video introduces you to your lawn and garden’s best friend – the electronic soil tester! This cool piece of equipment makes soil testing in your lawn and garden easy. The soil analysis gives you important information on your soil’s nutrient levels. It can also shed light on specific nutrients that are lacking, as well as what needs to be added to promote better lawn and plant growth.

Check out homedepot.com for everything you need for proper lawn and plant care like fertilizers, fungicides and weed control. You can also visit The Home Depot How-To Community Forums for expert associate advice on improving the health of your yard.

Want more videos? Catch up with YouTube Tuesdays and Thursdays.

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YouTube Thursdays: Caulking Windows And Doors

Posted by: on May 3rd, 2012 | One Comment

Here’s a riddle for you:  What DIY project keeps in warmth during the winter but keeps heat out in the summer?

Give up?

Caulking your home’s windows and doors, of course! If you didn’t get around to doing it during those wintery months, now’s the time to start caulking before the full strength of high summer temperatures hit.

This is an easy project that’s definitely worth your while when you consider the fact that up to 20% of home energy costs are from heating and cooling your home. Watch this video to find out the tools and supplies you need to complete this task, including premium caulk, a caulk gun, caulk remover and more. It will also walk you through all the steps to complete this task, as well as offer handy tricks on detecting gaps and cracks like using lighted incense sticks or candles to locate the source of an air leak.

The Home Depot also carries a wide range of insulation products to further protect your home from the elements while saving on your energy costs. For more information about caulking, or any other home DIY projects, just ask our expert associates on the How-To Community Forums.

Want more videos? Catch up with YouTube Tuesdays and Thursdays.

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YouTube Thursdays: How To Create A Tree Ring

Posted by: on April 26th, 2012 | Make A Comment

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You’ve already picked up a few gardening tips from The Home Depot’s YouTube channel, now here’s another landscaping trick to try out. Tree rings are a great outdoor design element that does double duty. It is a fun decorative touch that adds visual interest to your landscape, and it can protect a tree’s root system and shield tree trunks from damaging contact with outdoor power equipment.

This video shows how to build a tree ring by using a few simple materials, including a shovel, top soil, tree and shrub garden soil, mulch, retaining wall bricks and sand.

It walks you through the process of leveling the area around the tree and properly placing and layering the bricks so that they form a perfect border. You’ll also get other cool ideas for uses for your tree ring, like using it as a garden bed for plants and flowers. Be sure to check out our How-To Community Forums for tons of cool landscaping ideas from our expert associates, as well as our Garden Center to find what you need to keep your garden growing all season long!

Want more videos? Catch up with YouTube Tuesdays and Thursdays.

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YouTube Tuesdays: 10 Home Improvement Tips

Posted by: on April 24th, 2012 | Make A Comment

Sometimes the smallest things can make the biggest impact. This is especially true around the house where minor tweaks can drastically improve the quality of your home life. So do yourself a favor and watch these 10 home improvement Quick Tips for simple ways to spruce up your home, all featuring the velvety smooth and reassuring voice of Ed Harris:

  • Natural ways to rid your backyard of pesky flies
  • Fill cracks in your driveway or garage
  • Free up space in your garage and basement (and get extra seating at the same time!)
  • Reduce your home’s energy consumption
  • Detect crack or worn seal on refrigerator door
  • Get a healthier lawn by sharpening mower blade
  • Protect plant roots from drying and overheating
  • Clean up dingy patio chairs
  • Select healthiest plants for your garden
  • Save time and money doing laundry

Don’t forget to check out homedepot.com for all of your home improvement needs including, garden supplies, energy-saving and storage solutions. Also, our expert associates on The Home Depot How-To Community Forum can offer lots more home improvement tips and tricks.

Want more videos? Catch up with YouTube Tuesdays and Thursdays.

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YouTube Thursdays: How To Make An Outdoor Chandelier

Posted by: on April 19th, 2012 | 2 Comments

Adding a chandelier to an outdoor space is a quick way to infuse your deck or patio with visual interest by day and shimmer and sparkle by night. There are plenty of chandelier options out there to choose from, but it’s possible to make your own with just a few simple, everyday materials.

Watch this how-to video tutorial on how to easily create a DIY outdoor chandelier. Build this totally customized outdoor light fixture with just a coco basket planter, scissors, twine, a few jelly jars, tea lights or candles, and something to weigh it down like sand. Step-by-step instructions on everything from how to hang the chandelier from a tree to how to hang the jelly jars from the basket planter itself, will have you enjoying this beautiful addition to your outdoor retreat in no time!

Visit homedepot.com to complete all of your outdoor lighting plans. Want more home For more DIY ideas, our expert associates on The Home Depot How-To Community Forum have got you covered.

Want more videos? Catch up with YouTube Tuesdays and Thursdays.

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YouTube Tuesdays: Water & Drought Tips

Posted by: on April 17th, 2012 | Make A Comment

Nothing protects your lawn from the blazing sun during the warm months like encouraging the growth of deep, drought-resistant roots now. It’s only through proper watering techniques that your grass and garden stands a chance to beat the heat and remain healthy all season long.

There are many ways to prevent drought and this video breaks them down for you. It gives a thorough rundown on watering tips that will help you stay one step ahead of those high temperatures. It’s important to consider things such as the amount of water your lawn needs, the best time to water it, tips on how to tell if it needs more water, and the consequences of allowing your grass to dry out. The video also offers helpful tips on how to properly take care of ornamental plants. For lawn and plant care supplies such as fertilizers and weed control, visit us at homedepot.com. You can also get lawn care advice from our expert associates on the How-To Community Forum.

Editor’s Note: Want more videos? Catch up with YouTube Tuesdays and Thursdays.

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YouTube Thursdays: Patio Furniture Cleaning Tips

Posted by: on April 12th, 2012 | Make A Comment

If your patio furniture took a pounding during the winter and has seen better days, take a look at how easy it is to give it new life just in time for spring.

This video shows explains how a few common household materials and products can make your patio furniture sparkle again. A soft bristle brush or sponge, water, bleach, and laundry detergent can revive old, dingy patio furniture. Adding patio accessories such as outdoor rugs, umbrellas and bases, and outdoor pillows will also go a long way towards beautifying your patio or deck.

Editor’s Note: Want more videos? Catch up with YouTube Tuesdays and Thursdays.

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YouTube Tuesdays: Lawn Mowing Tips

Posted by: on April 10th, 2012 | 2 Comments

Nothing boosts your curb appeal like a beautiful yard with a healthy lawn. Mowing may not be top on your wish list of things to do in the upcoming months but it’s essential to a maintaining a healthy lawn. Don’t worry – keeping your grass green and well-kept is a lot easier than you may think.

There are a few tips to consider before you break out that lawnmower. This video offers some things to think about to ensure that your lawn mowing technique is correct from the start. It’s important to mow regularly and frequency will depend on your local weather and watering habits. Be careful not to remove too much grass when you mow and make sure that your mower is cutting at the right height for your specific grass type. Visit homedepot.com for our huge selection of lawn mowers, including walk-behind mowers, riding mowers and commercial mowers.

Editor’s Note: Want more videos? Catch up with YouTube Tuesdays and Thursdays.

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YouTube Thursdays: Deck Cleaning & Maintenance Tips

Posted by: on April 5th, 2012 | 2 Comments

The weather’s warming up and it’s time to start extending your living space into the great outdoors. Decks are great for dining, entertaining or just relaxing with family. So take care of your deck by protecting it from the elements with just a few simple cleaning and maintenance tips.

This video offers detailed instructions on how to properly get your deck ready for regular use. It walks you through all of the necessary steps including, sanding to remove loose wood or finish, safely applying a cleaner, using a pressure washer to rinse, and applying a stain or sealer. It also includes helpful tips about wearing protective gloves and safety glasses, and how to choose between the different types of cleaners. Our expert associates on The Home Depot How-To Community Forum can also answer any other DIY questions you may have. And be sure to visit our Garden Center to get everything you need to beautify your outdoor space all season long.

 Want more videos? Catch up with YouTube Tuesdays and Thursdays.

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