Outdoor Entertaining

I Tried the Grill Rescue Brush, and Now I Won’t Use Anything Else

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We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. My husband happily serves as our resident grill master. I’m grateful for not only all the delicious food he dishes up, but also that he often takes care of … Read more

How to Clean Mildew and Algae Off Your Patio

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A patio is a wonderful addition to any home, providing a space for relaxation, entertaining, and enjoying the outdoors. But weather conditions can cause mildew or algae. Let’s talk about how to clean the mildew and algae off your patio. .tasty-pins-banner-container{display:block;margin-bottom:20px;position:relative;width:-moz-fit-content;width:fit-content}.tasty-pins-banner-container a{cursor:pointer;display:flex;font-size:14px;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:1px;line-height:1.8em;text-transform:uppercase}.tasty-pins-banner-container a:hover{opacity:1}.tasty-pins-banner-container .tasty-pins-banner{align-items:center;bottom:0;cursor:pointer;display:flex;justify-content:center;left:0;padding-bottom:1em;padding-top:1em;position:absolute;right:0}.tasty-pins-banner-container .tasty-pins-banner svg{margin-right:4px;width:32px}.tasty-pins-banner-container .tasty-pins-banner span{margin-top:4px}.tasty-pins-banner-container a.tasty-pins-banner{text-decoration:none}.tasty-pins-banner-container a.tasty-pins-banner:hover{opacity:.8}.tasty-pins-banner-container a.tasty-pins-banner-image-link{flex-direction:column}.tasty-pins-banner-container a img{margin-bottom:0}.entry-content .wp-block-image .tasty-pins-banner-container img{margin-bottom:0;padding-bottom:0}#et-boc … Read more

Expanding Outdoor Living Space With a  Poured Concrete Patio

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This week, a poured concrete patio turns a decaying patio into an outdoor living space this homeowner can truly love. Gretchen Bayley lives alone in her mid-century home, but the house is always full of friends and family. We’re transforming her old, crumbling patio into an outdoor living space to give her more room to … Read more

Stay Toasty On-The-Go With Tiki’s Portable Fire Pit

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Nothing’s more relaxing than gathering around a backyard fire pit on a cool evening. Now, imagine being able to take that fire pit with you on any outing. The folks at Tiki have created just that with their new portable fire pit. This page contains affiliate links. If you purchase a product from these links, … Read more

Tic-Tac-Toe: Concrete Pieces For Outdoor Fun

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Oversized Tic-tac-toe is a great way for the family to play games together and enjoy the outdoors.   Tic-tac-toe, also known as Naughts and Crosses, has entertained people for centuries. It’s been found everywhere from the temples of ancient Egypt to the medieval cathedrals of England, according to UC Berkeley GamesCrafters. Read on to learn how … Read more

Solo Stove’s Fall Sale Includes the Reader-Favorite Tabletop Fire Pit That’s Perfect for Toasty S’mores

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Erin CavotoCommerce Writer Erin writes about all things shopping-related for The Kitchn, including highlighting small cookware brands, testing cool products, or scoping out need-to-know sales. She’s also a regular at the Trader Joe’s cheese section and has a never-ending supply of tea at home.

Solo Stove Is Having a Huge Labor Day Sale on Their Reader-Favorite Portable Fire Pits

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Erin CavotoCommerce Writer Erin writes about all things shopping-related for The Kitchn, including highlighting small cookware brands, testing cool products, or scoping out need-to-know sales. She’s also a regular at the Trader Joe’s cheese section and has a never-ending supply of tea at home.

Nexgrill’s Smart Grill Makes Grilling Easier Than Ever

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If you upgrade to a smart grill, you can become a barbecue boss. Read on to learn how new technology can take your grilling game up a level. Charcoal grills require constant monitoring to keep the temperature even. (Martin Bohac, Pexels) The Downside of Traditional Grills With charcoal grills, it’s difficult to maintain a steady … Read more

10 Outdoor Rattan Furniture Pieces Perfect for Warm Weather Fun

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Sarah M. Vazquez SEO Commerce Editor Sarah writes about all things shopping for Apartment Therapy, The Kitchn, and Cubby helping you find the best deals and the best products for you and your home. A Brooklyn-born Jersey Girl, she loves a good playlist, a good bagel, and her family (but not necessarily in that order). … Read more