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Tips for extending your home into your patio

(BPT) - In warmer weather, patios transform into the ultimate gathering space for backyard barbecues, reading, relaxing or even exercising. These outdoor rooms become an extension of the house, seamlessly merging the outdoors inside and vice versa.

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Recent Headlines

Wednesday 05/15/2013
Surprising ways hot tubs heat up relationships
Updated: May 22, 2013 - 4:32 am

(BPT) - On average, working adults spend less than an hour per day socializing and relaxing, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistic’s American Time Use Survey. Yet a host of research – and common sense – tells us that spending time together in a social, relaxing way is essential to building and maintaining healthy relationships.

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Thursday 05/09/2013
Soup Up Your Yard With Homegrown Superfruits
Updated: May 11, 2013 - 4:33 am

(NAPSI)—Superfruits—fruits that are exceptionally rich in vitamins and antioxidants—are popular ingredients in a variety of healthy foods.

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Enhance your outdoor space with an outdoor fireplace
Updated: May 16, 2013 - 4:33 am

(BPT) - Winter lingered far too long this year. It was cold, it was blustery, and many of us were left wondering if it would ever end. Now summer is here - and it’s time to get outdoors.

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Wednesday 05/08/2013
Simple ways to save water, money and your landscaping this summer
Updated: May 15, 2013 - 4:32 am

(BPT) - With many states facing drought this summer, homeowners across the country will be looking for ways to save their landscaping while conserving water at the same time. Even if you’re not in a drought-affected area, it pays to keep conservation in mind when it comes to watering outdoors. Using less water is good for the environment and your wallet.

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Tuesday 05/07/2013
Summer garden glory without the weeding and watering
Updated: May 14, 2013 - 4:32 am

(BPT) - Summer can be tough on gardens. In what should be their glory days, many gardens suffer from neglect. Long weekends and summer vacations leave yards untended, while summer heat is an excuse for putting off chores. But it doesn’t have to be that way. It’s possible to have both a glorious well-maintained garden and time for fun in the sun by taking some smart gardening steps now.

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Monday 05/06/2013
Easy tips for a manicured lawn
Updated: May 13, 2013 - 4:33 am

(BPT) - The days are getting longer, the grass is growing and yard work season has begun. Many homeowners strive to have the best lawn in the neighborhood, but the task ahead can often feel daunting and time-consuming.

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Serve up an ideal space for summer outdoor entertaining
Updated: May 13, 2013 - 4:33 am

(BPT) - The arrival of milder temperatures means dining al fresco, hosting neighborhood cookouts and enjoying intimate cocktail parties under the stars. When creating a backyard oasis to entertain family and friends this summer, it’s important that it be both inviting and able to withstand the wear and tear that goes hand-in-hand with warm weather fun.

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Tuesday 04/23/2013
Three ways to make your backyard safe for your kids and pets
Updated: April 30, 2013 - 4:32 am

(BPT) - The sun is shining, the air smells of freshly cut grass and the kids are out of school. Long, lazy summers are a staple of any childhood, and getting outside for exercise and fresh air is healthy for both children and pets alike. By taking some simple safety measures in your backyard, you can also enjoy a relaxing, stress-free summer.

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