20 unusual uses for workshop tools

Whether you’re laying out flower beds or planning a backyard gravel path, one of the hardest steps in the landscaping planning process is knowing just where you want your edges to lie. To make this easier, detach your hose from the spigot, and lay the hose along the proposed landscaping line.

The hose allows you to more easily envision the look of the final project, while remaining easy to move and adjust, so that you can try out different layouts until you find the perfect match for your yard. Once you have the look you like, replace the hose with landscape paint, and you’re ready to begin digging!

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Source: Family Handyman