Posted by: The Backyard Getaway / Category:
furniture,
ideas,
Outdoor Living
Outdoor Elegance has quickly become one of my favorite stores when it comes to shopping for my patio. They offer a complete selection of everything you would need for the outdoor living room including furniture, BBQ's, fireplaces, fountains, and more.
The staff at the large indoor/outdoor patio design showroom are very helpful and knowledgeable, and I still haven't been able to come up with a question that they can't answer. They will also guide you through the latest fabric and custom finish options available so you can find something that fits your style.
Families are entertaining at home more than ever right now, and for the gourmet chef of the house a quality grill is needed to cook in style. Choose from a wide selection of top quality manufacturers including Fire Magic, Viking, Lynx, and Twin Eagles for your outdoor kitchen.
If a fireplace or fire pit is what your looking for to keep the entertaining going into the chilly nights, make sure to take a look at the gas log live burn display at Outdoor Elegance. Get some design ideas on what route you should take when planning your outdoor project.
What ever your needs may be, Outdoor Elegance will be able to fulfill them. Give their massive showroom a visit and see for yourself exactly what they will be able to do for you
Outdoor Elegance Patio Design Center
3795 Damien Ave. La Verne, CA 91750
(888) 836-9791
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Posted by: The Backyard Getaway / Category:
Design,
kitchens,
Outdoor Living
Building an outdoor kitchen is still popular with most homeowners, but the addition of a wood fired oven could be the best feature for your backyard kitchen. Los Angeles Ovenworks is a local supplier with a very interesting product that could help you get your own oven for your home.
What Los Angles Ovenworks carries are high quality Italian imported clay ovens that come in modules, making them affordable, as well as easy to transport, install and maintain. There are six different ovens to choose from for residential use ranging from 32" and 55" diameter interiors. And by lighting them once, you can count on constant heat for up to 6 hours, that helps save the amount of wood being used.
Once you have the module, let your imagination go wild and build around it. Check out some of the designs that previous Los Angeles Ovenworks customers have come up with when they built their wood fired ovens.
Los Angeles Ovenworks
1800-516-5716
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Posted by: The Backyard Getaway / Category:
exterior design,
ideas,
Outdoor Living
Wood decks are always a nice addition to the backyard patio, but usually this requires a lot of work and can turn into a big construction job. But to make things a little easier I came across these hardwood deck tiles that are specifically made for outdoor use. Instead of breaking out the current surface in your backyard, these tiles can actually be installed on top which saves you from tons of labor and cost.
The tiles come in two pieces which are the frame tray and the actual hardwood tile itself that is pictured here, and installation requires no screws, nails or toxic adhesives. To install... Simply sweep the surface clean and begin locking each tile in place. The polypropylene frame has an injected UV stabilizer that will ensure a long life span. But other than this product being easy to install, its also beautiful.
Just look at the difference the hardwood tiles would make once you install them over the old concrete deck. It adds a beautiful contrast to the area, and especially with this example being on a roof top it is the best choice for you to consider since it will not require the current hard surface to be demolished.
To get more details contact:
Hardwood Home 1-888-335-8453
www.HardwoodHome.com/
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Posted by: The Backyard Getaway / Category:
furniture,
ideas,
Outdoor Living
Outdoor fireplaces are always a nice addition to your backyard living room. Not only do they add on to the beauty of the space but will warm you up on those chilly nights, and you wont have to run back inside for warmth.
To make it easier, outdoor fireplace kits have been created where you can order one online, have it sent to you, and install it yourself. The Fireplace pictured here comes as interlocking pieces that are strong enough to handle extreme weather, and is made of a strong, heat dissipating stone that avoids the problems associated with concrete and cement type mixes.
Both gas burning and log fireplace kits are available, but we suggest that if you are considering a gas unit to make sure you have a qualified installer handle this type of project for you.
Depending on your budget there is always something that will be able to fit it. from the different types of units I've seen, the price range varies depending on what your needs are. The fireplace pictured here is a wood burning unit that is 5 feet tall and made of sheet metal with a black finish which starts at $729.
Now if you want something that will give you more of a custom made and natural stone look, this fireplace is made up of a glass-fiber reinforced concrete and stands at almost 8 feet tall. The detail on this unit is a lot more noticeable and will be an amazing add to your outdoor living room. This fireplace kit will set you back $7,883 but is still substantially less than having it custom made.
If you need help with any installation or gas line connections, find your contractors through Service Magic so you know that they are qualified.
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Posted by: The Backyard Getaway / Category:
do it yourself,
Outdoor Living,
water features
Fountains are an easy way to add the looks of your backyard. Not only do they look great, but also come with the relaxing sound of water that everyone enjoys. The disappearing fountains are a little more unique since they bubble up and flow from the top and give the illusion of the water disappearing into a bed of gravel.
Aquascape have come up with a great product called the Aquabasin, which makes installation for any do-it-yourself builder quick and simple. This project can easily be done within a day and is very affordable.
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Posted by: The Backyard Getaway / Category:
Design,
kitchens,
Outdoor Living
Outdoor kitchens are very popular right now, and is a great way to really take advantage of your outdoor living space.
Outdoor kitchens gets rid of the problem of having to run in and out of the house for separate items, because you would now have everything within hands reach. Also you can easily make a kitchen that fits your specific needs. We have seen everything from refrigerators, pizza ovens, and even sound systems added to their kitchen. If you can dream up your own ideas, it can pretty much be built. But like the video mentioned, make sure you only go with a certified and qualified installer. It can be difficult to determine who would be the best choice with so many out there. But this is where Service Magic can help you decide. They are the company that made this video, and can be a huge help in finding a qualified contractor. We suggest you go there first when you start your next project. For those of you in the Southern California area, Pacific Outdoor Living are not only highly rated by Service Magic, but can help you design an outdoor kitchen and then build it build it for you.
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Posted by: The Backyard Getaway / Category:
gardening,
ideas,
Outdoor Living,
plants
I came across a company called Woolypocket recently, and their products are a great and easy way to create an instant lush living wall on any vertical surface, indoor and out. This means that you can turn any plain or unused space into a wall mounted hanging garden.
Woolypocket carry various sizes of their Wally units including Wallys with 1, 3, and 5 pockets and since it is a modular system, you can use as many you like to fit any size of space.
Also for all of the Do-it-Yourself readers out there, installation is easy enough for an at home install but is also durable enough for commercial use.
Another plus of Woolypockets products is that they are breathable containers which means it allows soil to aerate naturally, which reduces the need to drain the containers and when the roots sense air they do something called air pruning. This is a natural process of stopping their own growth when they sense they've reached the limits of their space.
Woolypockets are made of recycled plastic bottles that have been industrially felted, and are stitched together by hand with a UV-resistant nylon thread.
If you are interested into starting your very own vertical garden at home, apartment, or business then we suggest heading over to Woolypockets website and start building your own modular system.
Photos by: Suthi Picotte
Posted by: The Backyard Getaway / Category:
landscaping,
Outdoor Living,
Ponds,
waterfalls
Water gardening is a great way to bring tranquility into your backyard getaway. Any homeowner that has built a pond or waterfall in their yard will tell you how much it has changed a dead space into a private oasis. This video we found online from California Waterscapes will give you a better idea of what its like to own a pond.
If the video sparked an interest to get your own private oasis, then we suggest that you take a look at Angies List. There you can find a local qualified installer, and also read reviews from past customers they have serviced. Now if your in the Southern California area, we recommend that you call California Waterscapes, they have an amazing satisfaction rate and are completely qualified to do this type of work.
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Posted by: The Backyard Getaway / Category:
furniture,
Outdoor Living,
Ponds,
waterfalls
I made my way to the Long Beach Convention Center this past weekend to enjoy the Southern California Home Improvement & Landscape Show, and wanted to share just a few photos of some design ideas that I enjoyed.First is this beautiful pondless waterfall that was built by California Waterscapes. This is great for smaller spaces where an entire pond can't fit, or if you would rather have a water feature in the yard for noise rather than fish. If you in the Southern California area there is a link on the left if you want an estimate from California Waterscapes.
I also spotted an outdoor dining set that is very practical and beautiful at the same time that was created by Pacific Outdoor Furniture. The table pictured above is a 4x10 piece that is made of solid redwood. Now for those of you that are worried about the environment, Pacific Outdoor Furniture only use wood that is FSC certified. That means the wood is farmed and no forests are destroyed in the process.
Contact:
California Waterscapes 818-244-4000
Pacific Outdoor Furniture 818-767-0939
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The staff at the large indoor/outdoor patio design showroom are very helpful and knowledgeable, and I still haven't been able to come up with a question that they can't answer. They will also guide you through the latest fabric and custom finish options available so you can find something that fits your style. 
Families are entertaining at home more than ever right now, and for the gourmet chef of the house a quality grill is needed to cook in style. Choose from a wide selection of top quality manufacturers including Fire Magic, Viking, Lynx, and Twin Eagles for your outdoor kitchen.
