Spring Archives

Maryland Backyard Birding

Sneade's Ace On May 13, 2022 / Birding Blog, Fall, Lawn and Garden, News from Sneade’s Home Center, Outdoor Living, Spring

When the raspberry bushes produce, and the cherry trees blossom in Maryland, you know spring has arrived. It’s a time when many birds migrate back to our beautiful state. This means there’s a serious uptick in action for those who enjoy backyard birding. It’s time to prepare your backyard feeders and keep the binoculars handy. Let’s learn about four of the most common birds that return to Maryland backyards in the spring. Red-Eyed Vireo This small bird has a lot to sing about. You can hear their short warbler-like song all day long. Sometimes a single male will sing over

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American Flag Etiquette for Your Home

Sneade's Ace On May 1, 2022 / Lawn and Garden, News from Sneade’s Home Center, Outdoor Living, Spring

American Flag Etiquette for Your Home The flag of the United States of America is a bold symbol of freedom and represents a strong sense of national pride. Many U.S. citizens feel so passionately about what the flag represents that they choose to display one at their home. Did you know there are customs when flying Old Glory? American flag etiquette is taken seriously, because this emblem deserves honor and respect. Here are the guidelines for displaying the flag at your home. Raise and Lower with Respect When displaying your flag in the morning it is to be hoisted briskly.

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EGO POWER 56 Volt Lawn Mower

Sneade's Ace On March 21, 2022 / Featured Products, Lawn and Garden, News from Sneade’s Home Center, Outdoor Living, Spring

You may think having the best-looking lawn in the neighborhood takes a lot of time and effort. But it’s easier than anticipated when you have the right lawnmower. Introducing the EGO Power 56 volt Lawn Mower. If you’re looking for a battery-powered mower that has power and handles with ease, look no further than the EGO POWER 56 Volt Select Cut Touch Drive Self-Propelled Mower. Available now at all Sneade’s Ace Home Center stores, this industry-leading mower can help you achieve the nicest lawn in the neighborhood. A Battery-Operated Lawn Mower With fuel costs rising, you can relieve pain at

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Sprouting Seeds Indoors for Spring Planting

Sneade's Ace On March 1, 2022 / Home Goods, Lawn and Garden, News from Sneade’s Home Center, Outdoor Living, Sneade’s Helpful Hints, Spring

Even though we are nearing the end of another Maryland winter (hopefully), it’s never too early to begin thinking and planning your summer garden. A great way to begin using your green thumb for the upcoming gardening season is to plant seeds indoors before spring. Sprouting seeds indoors during the winter will get you a head start on planting your garden. Indoor sprouting is when seeds are planted in small containers and cared for inside. They are then transplanted to an outdoor garden when the frost season is over. If sprouting seeds indoors is new to you, you may have questions,

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Which Type of Air Filter to Use

Sneade's Ace On January 11, 2022 / Fall, Home Goods, News from Sneade’s Home Center, Sneade’s Helpful Hints, Spring

Choosing the Right Air Filter for Your Home’s HVAC System Having clean air to breathe in your home is essential to your health and well-being. Indoor air quality is affected by chemicals in cleaners, pets, building materials used throughout the house, tobacco use, and more. When it comes to your family’s health, it’s important to choose an air filter for your HVAC system that will work to keep your home’s air clean. But what kind of air filter is the best to choose? What are the differences between the three main types of air filters used in home HVAC units?

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Echo Red Armor Fuel and Oil

Sneade's Ace On June 25, 2020 / Featured Products, Home Goods, Lawn and Garden, Outdoor Living, Spring

Best-in-Class Solutions for Performance Above All. Over the last three years the Red Armor family has grown to include products that respond to the needs of our customers. Solutions aimed at delivering the performance and quality you’re used to seeing from Red Armor branded products. 93 Octane Ethanol-Free Fuel Manufactured with performance and ultimate protection in mind, ECHO’s Red Armor Fuel is an ideal solution for high demand, on-the-go users, large crews or professionals who want the simplicity of using a pre-mixed 50:1 ethanol-free fuel that promotes longer engine life, cleans existing deposits, and protects against future carbon build-up. High Performance 2-stroke

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The Top Tools Every Homeowner Needs

Sneade's Ace On August 9, 2018 / Events, Sneade’s Helpful Hints, Spring

The Top Tools Every Homeowner Needs Whether you are new to owning a home, looking to upgrade or complete your toolkit, or renting an apartment there are tools everyone needs. From hanging a picture to simple home renovations, having the right instruments makes all the difference. Purchasing good quality essentials are a smart investment as these tools should last you years. Wondering what are some of the best items to pick up the next time you are at the hardware store? This guide offers the top tools every homeowner needs to get the job done right! Drill and Drill Bits

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Easy to Follow Furniture Refinishing Tips

Sneade's Ace On May 4, 2018 / Spring

Easy to Follow Furniture Refinishing Tips Are you thinking of refinishing a piece of furniture you inherited from a relative or rescued from the curb? Are you looking to up-cycle a unique thrift store find? Here are some excellent furniture refinishing tips even a beginner can tackle. Whether you are painting or stripping, we’ve also included some essential safety advice. With a little money and some elbow grease, you can breathe new life into that unique piece. Another tip if you don’t want to work with a stripper, you can use our No VOC, brands of chalk paints, Amy Howard

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Keep Your Trees & Shrubs Healthy

Sneade's Ace On April 12, 2018 / Lawn and Garden, News from Sneade’s Home Center, Outdoor Living, Sneade’s Helpful Hints, Spring

Jobe’s Fertilizer Spikes Keep Your Trees & Shrubs Healthy Every spring, in anticipation of the warmer months it is imperative to get your yard ready. That means tending to the lawn and flower beds. But what about feeding our trees and shrubs? Want to make your yard look amazing this summer? Keep them healthy with Jobe’s Fertilizer Spikes for Trees & Shrubs. Why Should You Fertilize Trees and Shrubs? Small trees and shrubs should be fertilized to both stimulate growth and maintain vigor. In an undisturbed forest setting, trees don’t require feeding because they receive natural organic nutrients. However, in

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10 Steps to Starting Seeds

Sneade's Ace On March 7, 2018 / Lawn and Garden, News from Sneade’s Home Center, Sneade’s Helpful Hints, Spring

10 Steps to Starting Seeds We can’t think of a better way to chase the winter blues away than gardening. The feel and smell of the earth take us to that special place. While it may be too cold outside to get out the gardening tools, this is the perfect time for a little indoor planting. Now is the season for starting seeds! Nothing is more exciting than seeing trays of rich fertile dirt sprouting the seedlings that will one day turn into your bountiful summer garden. Here are the steps to starting seeds. 1. Ideal Containers Can Be Key

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