Spring is right around the corner, so if you’ve been thinking about ways to spruce up your backyard, now is the time to get started. Typically, Southern California winters deliver mild to moderate temperatures with sufficient moisture to prepare the ground for gardens and other outdoor projects. There are several ways to enhance your backyard […]
Budget-Friendly Outdoor Projects to Get Your Backyard Ready for Spring
Top Winter Lumber Projects You Can Start Now (Indoors and Outdoors)
The days may be shorter, but winter in Southern California still allows for plenty of time outdoors without the temperatures getting too hot. It’s an ideal season to winterize outside wood decor and structures, as well as prepare for your spring projects. As homeowners decide how to best spruce up their backyard space, the most […]
DIY Pergolas: Affordable Building Tips Using Lumber Yard Materials
Building a pergola is a project you can tackle on your own. However, as with any other DIY project, planning ahead sets you up for success. From gathering the right type and amount of materials to ensuring a safe dig, here are five tips to keep the project affordable and aligned with your vision. Tip […]
A Buyer’s Guide to Patio Covers
Patio season is here, which means plenty of backyard BBQs and relaxing afternoons spent outdoors. In summer, the sunshine guides our leisurely activities. However, to keep comfortable, balancing sunlight and shade with a patio cover makes a difference. The question is, where to begin? In this buying guide, we’re sharing top tips and considerations to […]
Create the Ultimate Summer Hideaway with Western Red Cedar
Summer is a magical time with longer daylight hours to spend outdoors. Although it’s often filled with endless activities, sometimes staying at home feels like the best option. Whether you want a serene spot for private relaxation or a welcoming place for entertaining family and friends, you can create an inviting hideaway right in your […]
Outdoor Patio Cover Designs That Will Wow Guests
There are endless ways to create a customized patio cover design. From the layout of the space to the furniture and outdoor decor, it’s easy to change an ordinary backyard into a magical paradise. But what elements elevate the look and bring the “wow” factor? The wood type and size, style and shading options all […]
Want Instant Relief from the Heat? Try a Patio Cover Shade
Summer is ablaze in Southern California after a spring filled with consecutive weeks of cloudy days and cool weather. Though the recently soaring temperatures and sunny skies are a welcome change, homeowners still need relief from the heat to enjoy spending time outside. An easy solution? Build a pergola. Patio covers and pergolas provide instant […]
Improve Your Backyard with a Pergola
A pergola is a welcome addition to any outdoor space and is fairly easy to install once you know the style you want. It can instantly change a barren backyard into an inviting oasis. Choose from aluminum or wood patio covers, solid or lattice top, and hardware to create the look you want. There is […]
Aluminum vs. Wood Patio Covers: Which Is the Right Material for You?
Patio covers instantly perk up the backyard, providing much-needed shade during the summer months and an inviting appeal to enjoy year-round. However, when it comes to choosing the building material, how do you know if an aluminum or wood patio cover is the best option? We’ve broken down the main differences between the two, as […]
Lumber Projects To Start Your New Year
Nothing calls for a refresh more than a new year. While Southern California winters look a bit different than the rest of the country, it doesn’t mean cold and rainy conditions don’t occur. Between the dipping temperatures and added moisture, there are several lumber projects which are perfect to tackle in the first few months. […]