If you are passionate about gardening, you probably spend a good amount of time watching over your plants. Whether you grow flowers, herbs, vegetables, fruit, or some combination of them all, gardening takes a great deal of time, attention, and special care. This care is why most home gardeners, or regular homeowners that simply want …

If you’re like me, you hav a rogue container of lighter fluid that has lurked around your garage for years. Mine lives in one of our cabinets, away from my direct gaze and completely out of sight. And you know what folks say — out of sight, out of mind. You may have heard rumors …

A covered patio, porch, balcony or gazebo is an excellent value addition to any home or commercial establishment. It gives a breather from the confines of the indoors and becomes a cocoon to unwind after a long day. It’s also the perfect place to relax with your favorite book and a hot cup of tea. …

Is veranda just a fancy word for a patio? I was grabbing some socially-distanced hot wings with a couple of friends when this topic came up. One of my friends insisted that a patio and a veranda were the same things. I’m embarrassed to say that at the time, I didn’t know enough to say …

Gasoline, kerosene, and diesel are essential fuels used for drastically different purposes. I’ve personally used all three to various degrees around the patio (as I’m sure you have as well), each for their own unique task. Most of us know that you can’t use gasoline in diesel engines, kerosene in gasoline engines, etc. However, fewer …

Of all the different types of fire pits in this world, those made of copper hold a special place in my heart. The radiance, the color, and the warmth simply emanate from copper fire pits. They can single-handedly lift someone’s outdoor space to the next level. So of course, I had to learn more about …

I absolutely love to use my patio for entertaining. It’s a natural pairing — my outdoor space mixed with close family and friends. But when I was new to the patio game and my guests would start to leave, I’d look around notice that there were a lot of used plates and empty beer soda …

In good working order, a lawnmower controls the power of combustion to provide a fantastic tool for conquering grass. In fact, I don’t need to convince anyone of its usefulness —a lawnmower is a mainstay in any garage. However, when small engines aren’t working correctly, they really let you know about it. If you’re like …

Whether you’re buying a new house, building a new patio, or considering a new piece of patio furniture, you need to know how large of an outdoor space you’ll need. Unfortunately, there’s no hard and fast rule. This can make the whole process complicated (and a bit daunting). To make an accurate prediction, we need …

Have you ever thought about installing a tree swing on your property? If not, you should! Tree swings are not just for kids; they are for people of all ages and it can be a relaxing way to sit back and admire your yard and patio. If your backyard happens to have a view, the …