(BPT) – When the sun is out and your pool is beckoning you from the backyard, there’s nothing better than inviting friends and family over to enjoy it with you. Before you send out the invites, however, you’ll want to do some prep so your pool area is …
(BPT) – Get out your baskets, blankets and can openers – because today, Libby’s Vegetables shares results from its first-ever Great American Picnic survey. Potato salad may be the undisputed national favorite, but we’re sure you want to know which picn…
(BPT) – In the summertime, with the sun shining and warm breezes blowing, there’s nothing like having a beautiful tropical oasis to enjoy. What could be better than basking in this atmosphere in your own backyard? The key to creating your paradise at h…
(BPT) – If you’re one of the 70% of all households in the U.S. to own a grill or smoker, you’re probably looking forward to summer cookouts and barbecues! However, with the rising cost of food, your backyard get-togethers might cost more than in previo…
(BPT) – Are your kids getting enough time outside? A survey commissioned by the makers of Claritin® of 5,000 American parents of children aged 5-13 found that 81% agreed their children are excited to be outside – yet 55% are worried their kids …
(BPT) – What is upcycling? Upcycling is the process of reusing discarded objects or materials to create a product of higher quality or value than the original.Why upcycle? With many materials like lumber in high demand but with limited availability, bu…
(BPT) – Water is one of the most essential resources on the planet. Whether you know it or not, almost everything you do, use or consume relies on water. Simply having access to water isn’t enough. The quality of your water matters – it impacts the qua…
(BPT) – Outdoor living has never had a brighter moment in the spotlight. Absolutely essential during the pandemic, flexible outdoor areas continue to be in high demand among homeowners. Here are some of the top trends for outdoor living in the year ahe…
(BPT) – Humpty Dumpty had the right idea when he sat on a wall, as segmental retaining wall (SRW) systems can be used to create beautiful, versatile outdoor seating solutions. Many businesses expanded outdoor seating out of necessity over the past two …
(BPT) – Gardening has become a very popular pastime over the past two years, and that trend shows no sign of slowing down. According to last year’s Axiom Gardening Insights Survey, 62% of their respondents said they will plant even more in 2022. Whethe…