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Category: Fireplaces and Fire Pits

Taking Your Outdoor Gathering Spot to the Next Level with Phantom Screens

After a long week, there is almost nothing better than the serenity of relaxing outdoors.  Also, we can all relate to the satisfaction of entertaining friends and family in our homes, to celebrate events, or for low-key dinners and gatherings. As appealing as outdoor space can be, many factors prevent this type of enjoyment. Nobody wants to accept an invitation which includes food, only to end up being the meal for insects.  Also, nothing will stop an outdoor picnic or party faster than rain, the wind or even extreme sun. It is hard to plan events outside as well, because weather

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Fire Water Table

Patented by Architectural Landscape Design Inc., the second-generation fire and water table will be a centerpiece of any outdoor event. First introduced at the Minneapolis Home and Garden Show in 2016, the fire and water table is something that you need to see to believe – and you will be able to do so at the 2017 convention. The fire elements integrate seamlessly into the hardscape, giving it an almost ethereal ambiance to any fixture. It is a perfect outdoor item that will give your events dramatic flair, with the water and fire table finding itself on many patios and

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Fire Pit Care and Common Problems

A fire pit is a surefire way to add to your backyard’s atmosphere, with it surely becoming part of the festive atmosphere on your property. Not only are they majestic, but they are also conventional and practical, providing warmth during the brutal Minnesota winters. For some homeowners, a fire pit is the focal point of their landscape, where family and friends can gather. For others, it’s a place to burn excess wood or to get rid of certain garden plants. Regardless of its usage, there is required maintenance to ensure that the fire pit is working properly. The type of

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Outdoor Pizza Ovens

Minnesotans love outdoor cooking whenever they get the chance. From grilling to campfires, there is almost nothing that can’t be baked or cooked in the great outdoors. While you may consider yourself the master of anything on the grill, you haven’t truly experienced the full spectrum of outdoor cooking until you’ve tried out an outdoor pizza oven. Several restaurants and wineries around the state have a menu of foods that have been prepared in an outdoor oven, and the good news is that you can, too. Have you thought about adding a new feature to your backyard? Here are a

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