Outdoor Living

Throwing Shade in Outdoor Spaces

Shade structures offer the protection homeowners need to utilize their outdoor spaces year-round.

December 12, 2019

The Sunny Baker San Marco umbrella from Fiberlite Umbrellas is made of woodgrain fiberglass and is available in a number of colors.

The Big Green Egg Phenomenon

Dealers explain why BGE is setting the grill market ablaze.

May 1, 2018

Georgia Spa Company’s EGG display drew the attention of Big Green Egg corporate.

Inspiration for a Retail Destination

Retailers explain how they turned their store into an unforgettable retail destination.

March 29, 2018

Kolo Collection draws customers from surrounding states with its diverse product mix.

The World's First Living Backyard Umbrella

This umbrella's canopy is made with vines instead of canvas.

February 13, 2018

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Making the Shade

Shade structures present great opportunities for added revenue — here's a look at what's trending.

December 12, 2017

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This Shed Transforms into an Amazing Barbecue Setup

What looks like a typical garden shed by day becomes an awesome barbecue area at night.

November 21, 2017

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Cozy Up: 2017 Outdoor Living Product Focus

A look at what's new and popular in all corners of the backyard.

March 16, 2017

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Design Inspiration: 6 Takes on the Outdoor Room

There’s endless ways to create and style an outdoor room. Here, a Houzz expert looks at six different examples that range in style influence, color scheme and mood.

March 14, 2017

This Outdoor Chair Will Grow on You

The Terra chair is a piece of outdoor furniture that is quite literally part of the outdoors.

November 17, 2016

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Fun Per Square Foot

In just three months, this retailer changed his business strategy to focus on the total backyard experience.

September 10, 2015

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When Should Salt Be Added to Newly Plastered Pools?

Wait until complete carbonation of the plaster before adding NaCl to salt pools.

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The Effects of Poor Pool Chemistry on Heating Systems

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Service in the Growing Vacation Rental Market

4 Tips for Pool and Spa Retailers Replacing QuickBooks POS

4 Tips for Pool and Spa Retailers Replacing QuickBooks POS

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