HOME & COTTAGE
TAKE COMFORT
FIRE IT UP
Create ambiance and a focal point for your seating arrangement with a propane fire table, a wood burning fire pit or a patio chiminea. A well-placed propane patio heater on your deck will keep you cozy and warm on the chilly summer evenings and into the fall.
Cozy up your yard with comfy and long-lasting furniture. Investing in low maintenance and durable materials like teak, resin, mesh and metal will offer years of use and longevity. Sunbrella fabric, which is fade and water resistant, is a great choice for outdoor cushions.
GO FOR THE GLOW
OUTSIDE IS THE NEW INSIDE Up your home staycation game with your own personal outdoor oasis. Ideal for lounging, reading and a natural gathering spot for playing board games or entertaining with friends, give your outdoor spaces some extra love and attention this summer.
ENTERTAINING ESSENTIALS
Make a style statement with lighting. Whether it’s all-the-rage string lights, solar lanterns, twinkle lights, garden spotlights or LED pathway lights, having various types of lighting will add to the evening atmosphere.
Melamine or plastic dinnerware and glasses are the perfect patio accessories. Available in endless patterns or colours to suit your décor. Non-breakable, they are family friendly, party ready and the ideal choice for poolside usage.
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GET GROWING
MADE IN THE SHADE
Flowers and plants are a must have. Make your outdoor spaces pretty by adding pops of colour to your patio with flowering baskets, planter boxes and potted greenery. Consider trying your hand at container growing by planting veggie and herb pots or mini gardens for yummy late summer harvest.
Stylish market umbrellas will add interest and shelter from the hot sun. Look for a sturdy metal posts, a tilting option and heavy-duty bases when purchasing your umbrella. If you have the space, other options to consider are installing awnings, sun sails, pergolas and/or gazebos.
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