Pools, Hot Tubs & Patio Blog
Inspiration, tips, and, and answers to your FAQs about your pool, hot tub, grill, and patio from our outdoor fun experts!
How Rain Affects Your Pool
How Rain Affects Your Pool It’s summertime in Upstate New York and that means that we can expect more than our fair share of sunshine (great!) and rain (not so great). And while this may not be your first rain season rodeo, you may never have considered how a thunderstorm, or long period of heavy […]
Poolside Drinks: Floats
Root Beer floats are a classic ice cream drink. You get the combination of a sweet and bubbly beverage that you and your friends can enjoy by the pool. Follow along below with our favorite Root Beer Float recipe! This drink is perfect for a scorching hot day, or if you are craving something sweet. To top it off, don’t forget the whipped cream and a spoon. Read more
Prep for Your Pool Opening
How to Prep Your Pool for Opening The unofficial start of Summer is coming and we can’t think of a better way to celebrate the incoming season by prepping your pool for all of that summer splashing. Even if you’re not necessarily ready to peel your cover back just yet, there are a few things […]
Pool Opening Checklist
Pool Opening Checklist The wait is over! The temperature is rising, the sun is out, and it’s time to take your first plunge of the season. But first things first, you need to open that pool. We know that the prospect of prepping your pool for the season can be overwhelming, but we’ve done our […]
Printable Picnic Checklist
Printable Picnic Checklist Whether at the campsite or in the park, eating outdoors (or ‘al fresco’ if you’re fancy) is a summertime staple. We know how easy it is to forget something in the hustle and bustle leading up to your barbecue, so we’ve compiled this picnic checklist for you to print out, stick on […]
How to Clean Your Patio Furniture
How to Clean Your Patio Furniture The time to de-winterize is finally here and we’re excited to give you some tips on how to clean your patio furniture after its long winter’s slumber.
3 Tips for Buying New Patio Furniture
3 Tips for Buying New Patio Furniture After what feels like the longest winter ever, your yard is ready to welcome you back. As the snow begins to melt and the mercury beings to (slowly) rise, it’s a great time to take a look at your patio and start thinking about what you can do […]