Category: Lifestyle

As balmy summer days give way to cool fall nights, you may dread the thought of giving up the extra space and enjoyment that an outdoor space brings. But with a few additions, you can continue to enjoy entertaining family and friends throughout this beautiful season! Gather ‘round. While a fire pit may be unnecessary on hot summer nights, it’s ideal . . .

Halloween is tops among the favorite holidays for kids. Ensure nothing interferes with the fun by following these Halloween safety tips from Sunrise Windows & Doors. Costume Safety Plan costumes that are bright and reflective. As an alternative, use a reflective trick-or-treat bag or add strips of reflective tape. Costumes should not include clothing that drags on the ground, or . . .

A healthy lawn can be a great source of enjoyment for you and your family, and has the added benefit of making your home look appealing and well cared-for. Proper lawn maintenance is key to achieve that lush, green lawn we all covet, and fall is the time to get your lawn in order so it will winter well and . . .

If you’ve got tomatoes, cucumbers or strawberries coming out your ears thanks to a flourishing garden, don’t let that wonderful summer produce go to waste! Come August, home canning is a very smart way to preserve the favorite fruits and vegetables that you just can’t manage to eat. This is also a nutritious and cost-effective way to enjoy produce; store-bought . . .

The humble wood pallet, that staple for shipping and storing bulky items, gains new prestige when you put it to use on your patio! Check out these ideas that turn pallets from ugly ducklings into eye-catching and functional design accents that can be stained or painted any color you wish. Rolling outdoor table. Turn two square wood pallets, one 4″x4″ beam . . .

Fast and fun container gardens can add colorful pop to any patio, deck or yard. Don’t feel restricted to the typical annuals found at your local home improvement store; perennials are equally at home in a container, and your choice of plants is only limited by the size of your pot! Check out these ideas for pretty plant combinations that . . .

Welcoming exterior makes both you and your guests happy to arrive. From doors to house numbers, window frames and landscaping, these eye-catching ideas might inspire a few changes around your own home. Install outdoor lighting. Outdoor lighting provides safety and curb appeal. Outdoor LED lights are simple to install, last an estimated 40,000 hours and use a minimal amount of . . .

When you’re home, there is no better way to spend time than lounging on a comfortable patio or deck. But these areas have endured a long, hard winter exposed to the elements and likely are not ready for relaxing just yet. Give your patio a spruce-up before the season of grilling and gathering starts. Here’s how! Sweep it up. Start by . . .

Even in the dead of winter, it’s possible to slash your heating bills without sacrificing comfort. Follow these tips to cut your energy bill by 20% or more. Install a programmable thermostat. This handy device allows you to lower the thermostat during the day when no one is at home and at night when everyone is sleeping, and automatically raise it . . .