We’re calling it now: This summer is the perfect time to get out in your backyard. Even with schools closed, events canceled, and curbside service only at your favorite eateries, there’s one thing not canceled: the outdoors. Now, more than ever is the time to connect with nature, relish the cool breezes, wave hello to your neighbors (from a 6-foot distance, of course), and enjoy … Continue reading 2020 Backyard Trends: What’s Hot for Summer
How much time do you take searching for the perfect living room sofa or the right style chair for a space? Usually, you don’t just run to the store and pick one up along with your groceries. Think of your outdoor furniture as an investment in your outdoor living space. Patio furniture is still furniture, and making the right investment will ensure you love your deck … Continue reading How to Purchase Patio Furniture
We recently spoke to a customer seeking advice on which Trex® Furniture™ lumber to pair with a particular Trex® Transcend® deck. While there’s really no right or wrong answer, we thought it would be a great idea to showcase a few popular combinations. If you don’t happen to have a Trex deck, this post is also a great reference for accent color inspiration before you shop for Trex Furniture … Continue reading Popular Pairs: Trex Furniture & Trex Decking
Warmer weather means it’s time to turn off the TV, put down the tablet, and train your eyes on the great outdoors. Stuck trying to figure out what to do once you’re out and about? Well, we’ve got a few ideas … 20, in fact. Read on for some bucket-list-worthy ideas for summer. 1 — Build a Treehouse Are you itching to DIY something? Let … Continue reading 20 Ideas for Outdoor Fun
With the Fourth of July fast approaching, we’ll all soon be busy gathering hot dogs, hamburgers, sparklers, and outdoor entertainment for guests. While setting up a sprinkler for the kids is always a great go-to, here are just a few DIY game/activity ideas to consider (and with plenty of time to get them ready for the 4th!). Ladder and Bean Bag Toss You’ll need: A standard height … Continue reading DIY Outdoor Fun & Games for the Family
When it comes to creating an outdoor space that sets you apart from the sea of matching patio sets, there are endless ways to make your backyard a standout against your neighbors. Here are a few ways you can use Trex® Outdoor Furniture™ to create an interesting, eclectic space that feels less matchy-matchy but just as pulled together in your own personal oasis of style. … Continue reading Create Eclectic Outdoor Style
In this “everyone glued to their smartphone screens” world, we all need a good dose of sunlight every now and again. Don’t have a backyard? No problem. At Trex® Outdoor Furniture,™ we want to get you outside year-round whether your outdoor space is a small balcony in the middle of New York City, a large deck in Santa Barbara, California, or a 4-foot-wide front porch … Continue reading Small-Space Outdoor Ideas
Want to create some backyard family fun this summer? Below is a simple DIY on how to make your own outdoor movie screen. Whether you invite the next-door neighbors, a group of kids, or you just want an intimate date night with your other half, grab a bowl of popcorn, a large Coke, and curl up in front of your very own “silver screen.” Here’s what you’ll need … Continue reading Bring the Movies to Your Backyard Space
When I step out onto my backyard deck, I can see into all the surrounding yards. That’s the downside of living in a hilly area; my deck sits about nine feet off the ground — way above my six-foot privacy fence. Thus, I’m privy to all my neighbors’ habits — the woman who drinks her coffee while smoking a cigarette across the fence, the elderly … Continue reading Backyard Privacy Tips
There’s nothing like roasting hot dogs or marshmallows over a crackling fire as bright specks of ember rise into the night air. A backyard fire pit is the perfect gathering spot for friends and family—a place to enjoy an impromptu cookout, a few drinks, and plenty of conversation. Don’t have a fire pit? No problem. Here’s our ultimate do-it-yourself pit, which you can create in a weekend (actually…start … Continue reading Warm Up With a DIY Fire Pit
