Fire Pit 101: The Basics of Safety and Maintenance What’s better than sitting around a crackling fire with your friends on a cool summer night? Sharing this experience at your own fire pit! This time of year, it’s great for… Read More
Archive for the ‘ Outdoor Living ’ Category
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Gazebo Q & A
Gazebo Q & A Some outdoor spaces are more common than others, so where do gazebos fall? They’re actually quite common in public venues like parks, gardens, and event spaces, but less so on private property. Even so, that doesn’t… Read More
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Spice Up Your Patio
Spice Up Your Patio It may be winter but it’s never too late to plan ways to rejuvenate and Spice Up Your Patio! Here are some ideas to breathe new life and imagination into your outdoor patio! New Furniture Let’s… Read More
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Guide to Backyard Survival
Camping… Kinda: A Handy Guide to Backyard Survival Camping has been a favorite pastime of many people for decades, harkening back to childhood outings and adventures. Do you miss those simple evenings as a kid? Sitting around a bonfire… Read More
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Awesome Tailgate Tips & Tricks
Tailgating. A tradition almost as American as the game itself, this pre-game (and sometimes mid- and post-game) activity is an amazing opportunity to bond with your friends and neighbors. From the sweet smell of barbecue to the eruption of cheers… Read More
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Playtime Preparation: Accident-Proofing Your Home Playground
When you think about the kids playing out in the backyard, does it bring you peace of mind or worry? Hopefully you feel comfortable allowing your children to play unsupervised in the yard – but if you don’t, the most… Read More
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Spa Time: Turning Your Backyard into a Luxury Oasis
For most folks, a weekend away at the spa is a rare treat – some people might never get to enjoy a real spa getaway. Especially if you have children, it seems all too easy for every weekend to get… Read More
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Throwing Shade: Four Easy, DIY Ways to Create Cover Outside
Summer heat is no joke, but when you’re hanging out in direct sunlight, it can be downright brutal. When it’s really bad, those sweltering temperatures can make you stare mournfully out the window at your unused deck, wishing you could… Read More
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Staying Afloat: Four Must-Have Pool Toys & Gadgets
Whether your pool is in- or above-ground, you probably don’t use it as often as you might like. There can be a number of factors that contribute to an underutilized backyard pool – and most of them are based around… Read More