Patio Furniture and More

If you’ve decided to dive into the wonderful world of owning a swimming pool, the next logical step is to find a swimming pool builder. (That is, right after you tell your DIY husband or wife to please put the shovel down, thank you very much.) While it’s always intimidating to hire a contractor for […]

The guide to closing your pool below is primarily intended for pool owners that live in areas where multiple freezes and/or snow are common. If you live in more temperate areas with very mild winters, you typically can get by with simply maintaining your pool as normal but with less filtration time each day and […]

Much ado is made about how hard it is to maintain a balanced pool, with some people claiming that it’s all but impossible (usually frustrated owners of unbalanced pools) but in reality it’s not that difficult. You’re really only focusing on three key areas, so as long as you keep your water level in the […]

Swimming pool chemical feeders are designed to make pool owners’ lives a bit less stressful, as chlorinators and chlorine feeders make sanitizing your pool a much simpler chore. Fill the chlorine feeder with chlorine, pick your setting, and it automatically chlorinates your pool.
Erosion Chemical Feeders: In erosion chemical feeders, sticks or tablets of compressed chlorine […]

Choosing the right pump for your fish pond or water garden is important not only for the maintenance of your pond but for your pocketbook as well, since pumps can easily run into the hundreds of dollars and a poor decision can be costly. Below we’ll look at the major issues you should consider when […]

Hot tubs have come a long way since the old wooden hot tubs of yore, now coming complete with lounge chairs, cup holders, circulating jets, bubbles, and more. Hot tubs are not only relaxing but also therapeutic, and often serve as a focal point for relaxing in your backyard or patio area.
Hot Tub Installation: Installing […]

Caring for your hot tub on a regular basis is not only easy but it reduces the chances that you’ll be hit with a large repair bill later on down the road. Most hot tub maintenance is really just common sense and can handled in a relatively short amount of time.
Be Kind to Your Filter: […]

Outdoor fire pits are essentially fireplaces for your backyard, patio, or deck that let you enjoy them year-round, even when it’s chilly outside. They’re basically a campfire for your backyard, adding a fun yet functional ambience to your deck or patio.
There are many designs of outdoor fire pits, with most made from steel and/or copper. […]

Don’t be intimidated by the idea of planning your own patio, as it’s defnitely a project that any homeowner can easily tackle. Besides, it’s supposed to be your dream patio, so don’t be afraid of putting your own fingerprints on it. Below are some of the major thigs to consider when planning your patio:
Too Big […]

Many new homeowners suddenly find themselves with bare, small concrete pads and patios by front, side, or rear entryways that are functional but lacking a bit in flair. While your landscpaing options are a bit limited to the small space you have to work with, below are some quick and easy ways to spruce up […]