Articles by trey collier
Practical Gift Ideas for Pool Owners That Show Thoughtful Consideration -
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trey collier
As pool owners already know, owning a swimming pool can be quite expensive. Everything from installation to daily maintenance during swim season requires homeowners to spend more and more money. So, when gift giving times come around, the best gifts you can buy for a...
Tips For Properly Storing Seasoned Firewood -
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trey collier
How can you be sure that you have enough firewood for the winter? Plan well in advance. Freshly cut and split logs are never recommended for burning because of their considerable moisture content; only seasoned firewood, which has an approximate moisture content of 15 to...
RV Covers Provide 339 Days of Protection Annually -
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trey collier
Vacations in a recreational vehicle (RV) have several advantages over other kinds of vacations. RV vacations are convenient and flexible; you have the freedom to go where you want to go at the time that is most suitable for you. On an RV vacation, you...
Awning Alternatives: When Retractable Isn't An Option -
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trey collier
Retractable awnings are a popular solution for outdoor shade. Because they can be opened and closed fully or partially, either by hand crank or motor, they give a homeowner the ability to control the amount of sun or shading that a deck, patio, or porch...
Misting Fans Improve Outdoor Living and Working Conditions -
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trey collier
A particularly favored spot to visit at the zoo or amusement park during the hottest days is not necessarily one of the major attractions. It's the misting stations that draw in a consistent crowd eager to feel cool and refreshed before moving onto the next...
Boat Cleaning Tips — The Right Equipment Makes the Difference -
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trey collier
Boating is one of the most pleasurable experiences that you can have on our beautiful lakes, rivers, and oceans. Boats involve a large amount of cleaning and maintenance, though, which can be time consuming and not particularly fun. Some boat owners use more of their...
Garden Arbors -- Easily Enhance Any Yard or Garden -
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trey collier
If you enjoy backyard gardening or landscaping, no doubt you spend quite a bit of time working in the yard every week. Planting, tending, and weeding the garden beds can be time consuming, but the lovely results make it all worthwhile. Increasingly, many homeowners are...
Automatic Pool Cleaners: The Best Choices for Small Pools, Inflatable Pools, and Spas -
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trey collier
One of the frequent and essential jobs that comes with owning a pool is cleaning it. But, if you own a small pool, an inflatable pool, or a spa, standard-size automatic pool cleaners will prove to be too big and bulky for the job. Smaller...
Swing Set Accessories Meet Different Needs for Movement -
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trey collier
Mysteriously, kids all across the country are avoiding their expensive backyard swing sets, and, in some cases, they have abandoned those swing sets altogether. The big question is "why"? By and large, parents think that their kids have outgrown the backyard swing set or simply...
Backyard Playground Safety - Part 3: Inspection and Upkeep Through the Years -
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trey collier
Ensuring the safety of backyard playgrounds is a significant concern when we plan and construct a backyard playground for our kids and their friends. Equally as important, though, is the attention we pay to playground safety over time. Playground safety should remain a concern throughout...
Backyard Playground Safety - Part 1: Preparing For and Constructing a Safe Playground -
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trey collier
Planning for the safety of backyard playground equipment should begin even before the equipment has been purchased and assembled. This article, and the two subsequent articles, will help you as you plan for and create a home playground experience that is safe for the children...
Commercial Patio Heaters Welcome Restaurant Customers at Any Time of Year -
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trey collier
As of November 2009, thirty-five states in the U.S. have enacted statewide bans on smoking in most, if not all, enclosed public places, including restaurants and, in many cases, bars. During the summer, smokers can sit outside on patios, decks, or in gardens. But when...
Stay Warm on Cold Winter Days With Outdoor Fireplaces, Chimineas, Fire Bowls, and Fire Pits -
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trey collier
Outdoor living areas become the most populated spots in a home during warmer months. Whether you spend afternoons reading pool-side or dinner times relaxing on the patio with good friends, spending as much time as possible outside in the fresh air is a priority for...
