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Nice Patios of the World – Outdoor Patio in Salvador, Brazil

Posted on March 8, 2013 by Urs

Brazil, country of the Samba, the Amazon and endless coast lines with sandy beaches and thousands of nice patios. To the centre of the east coast lies Salvador, one of Brazil’s large cities, with tons of colonial charme. It’s one … Continue reading →

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Why to Relax Outside on Patio Furniture Even in Winter

Posted on December 27, 2012 by Urs

Nobody is crazy enough to sit outside on a patio in Canada these days. Or am I mistaken? Toronto is covered in snow today and most other parts of the country are too. Montreal will be -15˚ tomorrow. Restaurant patios … Continue reading →

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5 Questions To Ask Your Patio Installer

Posted on December 18, 2012 by Urs

Time for a new deck or backyard patio? Since you are way to busy to DIY, you have done your research online and found a bunch of providers that could do the installation. But before hiring a contractor, you want … Continue reading →

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Win $500 in Wicker Outdoor Furniture – Patio Contest

Posted on June 8, 2012 by Urs

Most Memorable Patio Experience Contest Got any funny or exciting patio stories to share? Great wine or food that you enjoyed, a cool party that you and your friends still talk about, a funny encounter or joke somebody told on … Continue reading →

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6 Great Books for Patio Lovers

Posted on October 23, 2011 by Urs

Fall is when many new books are published. So, now and into winter is a perfect time to get some great books about patio living, life on the deck or balcony, and other hot weather past-times. Get patio-related books now … Continue reading →

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Into the Fall – Using Your Patio in Cooler Weather

Posted on October 6, 2011 by Urs

Canadians might think that the end of summer means the end of outdoor living, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Patios, decks, balconies, and porches can continue to be great places for outdoor living, including entertaining, well into … Continue reading →

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Summer Patio Experience Photo Contest

Posted on July 3, 2011 by admin

Patio Experience Summer Photo Contest Got any funny or exciting patio photos? A great shot that you took on a vacation? We are looking for the best snap shots revolving around deck and patio. Post a photo with comments and … Continue reading →

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Outdoor Lighting Idea for Backyard and Patio

Posted on June 6, 2011 by admin

It sure is romantic to look at the stars at night sitting in your backyard. But for all those of you who prefer a bit more light occasionally, like to not be stumbling over stuff with a cool drink in … Continue reading →

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FOR THE ULTIMATE PATIO EXPERIENCE, A TREEHOUSE HOME CAN’T BE BEAT

Posted on April 26, 2011 by Jim Ramphal

One of the most popular alternative trends in home design over the past few years is one most people would have relegated to childhood fantasy long ago; the good old treehouse. We’re not talking about the slap together, ramshackle single … Continue reading →

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CLIMATE DICTATES MATERIALS FOR PATIO AND OUTDOOR FURNITURE

Posted on April 4, 2011 by Jim Ramphal

Time was that anything that sat outdoors for extended periods was made exclusively of wood or metal, materials which could withstand extremes of hot and cold, rain and snow and mountains of bird droppings without taking a beating. The only … Continue reading →

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