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Despite record-breaking heat throughout the country, we notice a cooler breeze and shorter days. The time will soon come when the patio transforms into a ghost town, haunted by the summer that has passed, and the furniture will need preparation for winter. As durable as Tropitone products are, they require simple maintenance to keep their allure for many years to come.

Where does the time go? The holiday season is already upon us! (Yikes!) Now that Halloween has come to an end, the time has come to start planning your family gatherings.

Have you completed your outdoor space or is something still missing? While outdoor seating and tables are the pivotal components of your outdoor symphony, sometimes accessories are needed to complete the entire performance. Here are a few suggestions for that extra touch that can fine-tune your backyard ensemble. 

Cooler Fall days bring football and plenty of fun to still be had outdoors. Whether you’re a dedicated fan or weekend warrior, football season is an opportunity to show you’ve got game when it comes to hospitality.  With the right equipment, you’ll be ready to host the next big neighborhood event and invite the whole gang over.

On a hot summer day, don’t escape into the air-conditioned house. You’ve waited all winter to spend time outside. Patio covers, umbrellas, or cabanas are a great way to add shade to your outdoor space and make sure you stay cool. Let’s take this a step further and discover the science behind summer shade.

Outdoor umbrellas allow us to spend time outside, while protecting us from the harmful rays and heat of the sun. When selecting an umbrella, choose one that fits your yard or table, suits your style, and is built to last. Here are four tips to know before you buy.

Flickering flames, dancing shadows and the warm atmosphere created by fire pits make them a must have in most outdoor living spaces.

Have you ever been shopping for furniture and find a piece that is the exact style and size you were hoping to find, only to discover it doesn’t come in any colors that coordinate with your décor? Or, maybe you found the ideal style in a color you like. But delivery will take two months and you’re planning a family gathering in three weeks. Furniture shopping can be a frustrating experience.

Outdoor living spaces have become as integral to home design as a family room or kitchen. The same care and diligence that go into purchasing furniture for the inside of your home should extend to your outdoor furniture selection as well. Because outdoor furniture is exposed to sun, rain and wind, it is even more important that the furniture be of the highest quality and durability to last for years to come.

So before you head to your local furniture store to fulfill your vision of a backyard oasis, remember to bring your outdoor furniture shopping checklist.

If the short, gray days of winter are giving you cabin fever, lift your mood by planning your Springtime outdoor living activities. Escape a dreary afternoon by daydreaming of a lively backyard with new outdoor furniture and accoutrements that all your friends and family will admire!