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Total time: 180 minutes

Updated: September 2nd, 2015

Clay can be a real pain to dig in. Whether its footers for a backyard deck or simply potted plants, this is a great way to make it easier.

Here’s everything you’ll need to complete this guide:

shovel	×	1
cordless drill	×	1
long drill bit	×	1
Water	×	1

Remove the top layer of clay from the marked area

Drill small holes throughout the marked area

Drill as deep as you possibly can.

This will vary based on the specific soil.

If the soil is still hard, add water and more time.

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Total time: 180 minutes

Updated: September 2nd, 2015

Clay can be a real pain to dig in. Whether its footers for a backyard deck or simply potted plants, this is a great way to make it easier.

Here’s everything you’ll need to complete this guide:

shovel	×	1
cordless drill	×	1
long drill bit	×	1
Water	×	1

Drill as deep as you possibly can.

This will vary based on the specific soil.

If the soil is still hard, add water and more time.

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Total time: 180 minutes

Updated: September 2nd, 2015

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Drill as deep as you possibly can.

This will vary based on the specific soil.

If the soil is still hard, add water and more time.

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If the soil is still hard, add water and more time.

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