Easy DIY Outdoor Projects for Kids
With the extreme heat of summer coming to an end take advantage of the cooler weather to get your kids outside and invested in the great outdoors. One terrific way to spruce up your porch, patio, or other outdoor space is to complete a fun and simple DIY project that will instill a sense of pride in your children. Adding value to your yard, deck, … Continue reading Easy DIY Outdoor Projects for Kids
How to Shop for an Adirondack Chair
The Adirondack chair has staked its claim as everyone’s favorite all-season seat. Its American-born design has kept families reclined and relaxed for over 100 years—the laid-back seat and body-hugging arms consistently fulfilling a promise of sigh-inducing comfort. If you haven’t added an Adirondack (or two) to your yard, there’s no better time than now to make the investment. We say “investment” because there’s more to … Continue reading How to Shop for an Adirondack Chair
Create the Ultimate Outdoor Dining Space
With the warm weather comes the opportunity to entertain outdoors this season and into fall. Before you dine al fresco though, make sure you understand how to get the most use out of that outdoor dining space so your guests have plenty of room to eat, drink, and enjoy each other’s company. Here we break down a few tips to create a functional, beautiful … Continue reading Create the Ultimate Outdoor Dining Space
Organize Your Tools with These Easy Projects
Anyone who enjoys spending time working on their yard or garden knows that having a pair of gloves, a set of pruning shears, or any other basic tool can make accomplishing tasks fast and easy. Using a toolbox is a quick fix, but why not exercise those creative muscles and put together a DIY tools storage space or a DIY tools organizer? These nifty projects … Continue reading Organize Your Tools with These Easy Projects
5 DIY Gardening Projects for Summer
Are you a seasoned gardener who spends hours outside, carefully tilling soil, weeding, and planting? Or is your green thumb not so green? Whether you’re a master gardener or someone who can’t keep a plant alive, gardens—even small ones—add a tailored look to any outdoor space. Fortunately, you don’t have to go all in with hundreds of sculpted bushes and hard-to-care-for plants. Here are five … Continue reading 5 DIY Gardening Projects for Summer
Easy DIY Projects to Upgrade Your Outdoor Space
As summer approaches, it’s prime time for some DIY projects for your outdoor living space or garden area. Whether you’re looking to entertain guests on your patio or porch, or spend some time outdoors to up your home’s curbside appeal, we’ve got three project ideas that range from rustic and challenging to practical and easy. Aged Terracotta Pots You’ll Need: Terracotta pots Garden lime … Continue reading Easy DIY Projects to Upgrade Your Outdoor Space
How “Forest Gardens” Are Saving Lives in Africa
Lack of opportunity. Hunger. Malnutrition. Each of these coexists throughout Africa and results in crippling inequalities that lead to endless cycles of poverty. While eliminating these issues goes a long way toward providing a better life for those in the developing world, the solution isn’t as simple as just throwing money at the problem. That’s where Trees for the Future comes in. Trees for the … Continue reading How “Forest Gardens” Are Saving Lives in Africa
Outdoor Party Ideas on Chilly Nights
Looking to throw a party but the weather is still colder than you’d prefer? Don’t head for the indoors. You can still invite family and friends over and host a successful gathering… Even during the coldest time of the year. We’re all about coming up with ways to extend entertaining to the outdoors, no matter the temperature. But how do you host guests without turning … Continue reading Outdoor Party Ideas on Chilly Nights
10 Warm Winter Drinks
‘Tis the season to stay cozy and warm! And what better way to warm up your insides than with a few piping-hot beverages? Whether you’re hosting friends and family at your home for the holidays, or you’re just wanting a single cup of comfort, here’s a roundup of some of our favorite hot holiday drinks (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic)… with a twist. The White Nun … Continue reading 10 Warm Winter Drinks
Introducing Trees for the Future: Our Partner That’s Changing Lives in Africa
The United Nations estimates that one out of every nine people suffers from chronic undernourishment. That means almost 800 million people go hungry every day. Developing countries like those in the Sub-Saharan African region have a much higher rate of extreme hunger than anywhere else in the world. To help combat the effects of starvation and poverty, Trex Outdoor Furniture has partnered with Trees for … Continue reading Introducing Trees for the Future: Our Partner That’s Changing Lives in Africa