Outdoor Living
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Your Next DIY Summer Project: Outdoor Shower 🚿
July 20 | 4 min read | admin
An outdoor shower is a luxurious addition to your forever home or your vacation home, especially if you’re near a beach or lake. There’s nothing quite as refreshing as rinsing off the heat and sand beneath a stream of... read more4 min read
Outdoor Kitchen Backsplash Ideas
July 04 | 4 min read | admin
An outdoor kitchen makes grilling out easy and convenient, and it’s a great place for entertaining during the warm months. An outdoor kitchen can be as simple or as elaborate as your heart desires and your budget allows. A... read more3 min read
Step-by-Step Guide to Waterproof Sealing Your Deck
May 09 | 3 min read | David Montagliani
Between heavy foot traffic, sporadic weather, and local pests, your backyard deck, no doubt, takes a serious beating throughout the year. Even the most durable decking products can use a little sprucing up before summer officially arrives. read more3 min read
5 Common Patio/Deck Repairs to Complete Before Summer
May 04 | 3 min read | David Montagliani
With Mother Nature teasing us all with hints of warm weather, now is the perfect time to ensure your patio/deck repairs are complete before for summer. Even the strongest and most resilient outdoor flooring can succumb to the elements,... read more3 min read
4 Ways to Keep Your Deck Cool During the Hot Summer Months
May 01 | 3 min read | David Montagliani
After a cold winter and spring, who doesn’t welcome the arrival of warm weather? For many homeowners, summer is the prime season for hosting backyard parties on their decks and dining al fresco. read more7 min read
Deck-orations: The Ultimate Party Guide for an Epic Deck Party
April 24 | 7 min read | David Montagliani
By the time spring rolls around, many of us are itching for an excuse to spend more time outdoors. What better way to usher in the arrival of warm weather than by throwing an epic outdoor party on your... read more3 min read
Choosing the Perfect Outdoor Flooring for Your Patio
March 01 | 3 min read | David Montagliani
The patio is the home’s second living room, where everyone gathers to bask in the open air and enjoy one another’s company. At the heart of a good alfresco living room design is well-chosen patio flooring. From the floors... read more4 min read
Patio Furniture: How It’s Getting Better And Better
April 25 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
Patio furniture has evolved from the little plastic chairs and tables of yesteryear. Here are some of the ways that modern outdoor furniture has become a necessity to 21st outdoor living. *** Years ago, patio furniture attempted to imitate... read more3 min read
Outdoor Living Ideas & Tips: A BuildDirect Guide
April 01 | 3 min read | admin
Garden decking products help us to define our outdoor living spaces. They help to set the scene for having fun with friends and family, enjoying times of reflection on our own, and generally helping us to make our favorite... read more3 min read
Faux Stone Siding For A Beautiful Home Facade
March 31 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
Faux stone siding is a good way to customize your home without the need to invest in real stone exterior siding materials. But, this surface goes beyond just house siding. *** I have a particular affection for stone homes.... read more3 min read
How to Stain A Wood Deck Yourself
March 29 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
Staining a deck this year? These tips can teach you how to stain a wood deck with professional results. We will also help you choose the right stain for your deck. *** Getting that deck ready for summer sometimes... read more