DIY VIDEOS & HELPFUL RESOURCES

If your deck is looking worn, faded, or rough after winter, the big question is usually not whether to refresh it. It is whether you should stain it or paint it . For most homeowners, that decision comes down to three things: the current condition of the wood, the look you want, and how much maintenance you are willing to do going forward. Benjamin Moore’s deck guidance is centered on exterior wood stains and deck preparation, while Ace’s deck and siding stain categories emph

Pellet choice is one of the most practical questions Traeger shoppers ask before they buy a grill and again after they bring one home. That makes sense: pellets affect flavor, and they also shape how easy it is to get consistent results across different foods. Traeger’s pellet guide is built around exactly that idea—matching wood flavor to what you cook most often. This guide keeps it simple. If you mostly cook brisket, chicken, burgers, and vegetables , you do not need a gar

Most “bad paint jobs” aren’t caused by bad painting—they’re caused by the wrong sheen  or the wrong tools . This guide helps you pick the right combination so your finish looks better, cleans easier, and lasts longer. If you’re not sure what to choose, bring a cabinet door, a paint chip, or even a few photos of the room to Emigh’s paint department. We can help you match sheen, prep, and tools to your surfaces. Step 1: Pick the right sheen (this is the #1 decision) Flat / Matt

Which Traeger Should I Buy? Pick your “bucket,” jump to your match, and get the right grill fast. Jump to your bucket Bucket 1:  New to pellet grills Bucket 2:  Weekly household cook Bucket 3:  All-in cook (2–4 cooks/week) Bucket 4:  Host / cook for a crowd Bucket 5:  Portable / travel / small patio Bucket 1: I’m new to pellet grills You want easy, forgiving, and versatile—great results without overthinking it. ✅ Best Pick: Traeger Woodridge Why it works:  Big enough to feel

Late winter in the Sierra Foothills is the calm-before-the-sprout. January through February  is where you set yourself up for an easy spring: plant the cold-tolerant stuff, start a few key seeds indoors, and get your beds ready so you’re not panic-buying tomato cages the day everything suddenly decides to grow. Below is a simple “now / next” planting calendar built for cool-season success now  and a smooth runway into spring. What to plant outdoors now (Planting Calendar: Jan

Buying a chainsaw is one of those “I’ll know it when I see it” purchases—right up until you’re standing in front of the shelf thinking: Do I need 14", 16", or 18"? How much battery? And what even is ‘kickback’ besides a thing that ruins your afternoon? This guide is built for homeowners who want an EGO Power+ chainsaw  for real-life jobs like limbing , storm cleanup , and cutting firewood , without buying more saw than they need (or less saw than the wood demands). Quick real

Our B&C Christmas Medley  video is a fast, festive look at what’s in store this holiday season at B&C Ace Home & Garden Center . In just 37 seconds, you’ll see a glimpse of the Christmas goodies filling our aisles and inspiring holiday decorating ideas for your home. Everything You Need for Christmas to Deck the Halls Walk through our holiday section and you’ll find: Artificial Christmas trees  in a variety of sizes and styles Giant Santa blow-ups and inflatables  for eye-cat

Whether you’re repairing a fence, building a deck, or starting a custom fall project, B&C Ace Home & Garden Center in Grass Valley  has the lumber you need to get it done right. In this video, Rick walks you through our extensive selection of quality lumber products , perfect for homeowners, DIYers, and professional builders. 🪵 What’s in stock at B&C: Garden stakes for tree support Redwood lumber  in 4x4s, 2x12s, and rough cuts Pressure-treated lumber  (2x4 to 2x12) – safe f

Ready for whatever fall and winter throw your way? At B&C Ace Home & Garden Center in Grass Valley, we make it easy to prep your home, yard, and tools for the colder months ahead with this Fall & Winter checklist. From cozy heat sources like wood stove pellets and firelogs to practical storm supplies like insulation, tarps, sandbags, and drain pipe—we’ve got everything you need under one roof. In this quick and helpful video, Barbara and Rick give you a personal tour of our s

Every August, B&C Ace Home & Garden Center proudly joins Ace Hardware stores across the country in supporting Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals . Through special in-store products, like plush toys, flashlights, and candy bars, and our annual 5-Gallon Bucket Sale , we raise funds for our local CMN partner— UC Davis Children’s Hospital . In this post, learn how your purchases and donations make a meaningful impact on the lives of local children and families, and get a peek a

Did you know you can skip the trip and have your Ace Hardware items delivered right to your door? Whether you’re tackling a DIY project or stocking up on garden supplies, shopping at AceHardware.com  is easier than ever with local delivery options from B&C Ace Home & Garden Center in Grass Valley, CA. In this post, we’ll walk you through how to shop online, select B&C as your store, and choose from tailgate delivery or quick DoorDash drop-off—often at no extra charge for Ace

Want the convenience of online shopping and  the satisfaction of supporting your favorite local hardware store? With the Buy Online, Pick Up In Store  program from AceHardware.com  and your local B&C Ace Home & Garden Center , you can have the best of both worlds. In a new video on our YouTube channel , Barbara from B&C Ace in Grass Valley shows just how simple and fast it is to order online and pick up at our store—no long lines, no wandering aisles, and no hassle. 🛒 Buy On