Patio & Hearth Blog

LHD62 Linear Direct-Vent Gas Fireplace from Napoleon

Since ancient times, fireplaces have brought warmth and a cozy atmosphere to homes throughout the world. Often times, the fireplace became the focal point of a room. This hasn’t changed in more recent times. Whether it’s a contemporary-designed insert or a traditional brick fireplace, a hearth adds visual appeal to any room. For homeowners looking for a big, bold design, look no further than the two fireplaces mentioned below.

Napoleon is pleased to introduce its dynamic 62-inch direct vent gas fireplace, the LHD62 Linear Direct-Vent Gas Fireplace, which can be installed in both residential and commercial settings. The LHD62 of the Linear High Definition series comes standard with a Topaz Crystaline ember bed, porcelain reflective radiant panels, electric ignition, and noncombustible facing materials, making it the perfect fireplace for lobbies, entranceways, hallways, bars, lounges, living rooms and more. The LHD62 offers an output of 50,000 BTU and a fuel-saving electronic ignition (with battery backup). A safety screen and modulating thermostatic remote control come standard with the unit.

Vermont Castings’ Aura by Monessen Hearth Systems

With the Aura’s amazing 70-inch viewing area, no other brand manufactures a wider fireplace. Vermont Castings’ Aura by Monessen Hearth Systems comes with a number of exterior and interior style options, so it’s easy to create a unique look that is stunning in residential or commercial settings. Its size doesn’t compromise its convenience, however. The longest standard production fireplace using only one 5X8-inch vent pipe, the Aura is easy to install and maintain. It also features the exclusive Total Signature Command System.

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The Broil King Keg Charcoal Grill from Onward Manufacturing

Tailgating season has officially started, which means brats and hamburgers are sizzling on the grill as we cheer on our favorite teams. Whether you’re rooting from the stadium or in front of your television, it’s important to have the right barbecue equipment to ensure a successful grilling day. Check out these great barbecue products that will last, even if your team doesn’t.

The Broil King Keg Charcoal Grill from Onward Manufacturing features a performance design that builds upon Broil King’s philosophy of engineering superior performing grills that evoke passion for outdoor entertaining. Unlike most ceramic “kamado-style” grills, the Broil King’s durable body is made of double walled steel with high-grade insulation in between. This technologically advanced design holds temperatures at a narrow range for continuous even heat. This allows consumers to cook low and slow to create moist traditional American style barbecue in their own backyards.

Big Green Egg Dual Probe Remote Wireless Thermometer – Transmitter & Receiver

Don’t miss a second of the game with the new Big Green Egg Dual Probe Remote Wireless Thermometer, which accurately and precisely monitors anything you are cooking – and the internal EGG temperature at the same time – from a distance of up to 300 feet. The wireless receiver displays both temperatures simultaneously so you are in control at all times – and an alert will sound when the desired temperature is reached.

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Athena Patio Dining from Meadow Decor

Luxury seating and elegant designs don’t have to be limited to the indoors. Outdoor patio furniture can have all the comfort and style of indoor furniture, while still being weather resistant. Outdoor furniture collections today feature fun accessories, such as a Lazy Susan or ice bucket, as well as “interior-like” pieces such as a swivel chair or rocker.

Meadow Decor’s Athena cast-aluminum, powder-coated patio dining set is both durable and stylish. The 60-inch circular table, with a built-in Lazy Susan and an optional ice-bucket accessory, is perfect for customers who love to entertain. Meadow Decor’s luxury dining chair or swivel rocker complements this set.

Ridgecrest Collection from Woodard

Designed with curled arms and old-world craftsmanship, the Ridgecrest Collection from Woodard is charming, stylish, and sophisticated. Featuring curved details on the arms, slatted bars on the back, and an intricately detailed casting that melds the arms and legs together, Ridgecrest offers subtle sophistication in any outdoor setting.

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Solarium Sheers

Richloom Fabrics Group,  a family-run business for over sixty years, understands the needs of specialty retailers in the casual furniture industry. In 2004, Richloom created the Solarium Division (one of nine within the company), which focuses on outdoor fabric. Solarium’s solution-dyed fabrics have been praised for their durability as well as their style. Here are some Solarium fabrics that are popular with consumers.

Solarium’s new decorative outdoor sheer collection has approximately 17 SKUs, mixing traditional to transitional looks. The sheers are all 100% polyester, are fade resistant, and have a water-repellent treatment, making them perfect for an outdoor room or a finishing touch to a gazebo.

This outdoor sofa features colorful Solarium Fabrics

Solarium takes a modern approach to the outdoor room with a khaki and charcoal red color story. The collection includes Maxfield sand on the sofa cushions with a contrasting welt, using solid Cambria cherry. The printed pillows feature Paisley, Grovedale ebony, and Morris ebony stripe. All the prints are on 100% polyester base =cloth and are weather resistant.

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The Charcoal Kettle Series by Napoleon

When describing a manufacturer like Napoleon Products, innovative is the first adjective that comes to mind. Since the late 1970s, Napoleon has been introducing products that are not only functional for home interiors and backyards, but also appealing from a design standpoint. And while Napoleon (which started in the hearth industry) continues to make exceptional fireplaces, it has taken that same innovative approach when making barbecue grills and accessories. In the past year, Napoleon has raised the bar even further by launching a line of outdoor furniture. The following two new products are examples of Napoleon’s ability to bring innovative products to the marketplace.

The Charcoal Kettle Series by Napoleon provides 365 square inches of total cooking area with a 22.5 inch diameter. An offset, hinged lid is included to provide safe operation over the cooking surface. Other features include an ACCU-PROBET temperature gauge, a heavy-gauge steel charcoal grate and cast-iron hinged cooking grids, with three height adjustments for fast and easy indirect cooking and a folding stainless-steel shelf for added storage space.

GL28 Gas Log by Napoleon

Napoleon’s new gas log sets feature reversible PHAZER logs (patent pending), glowing embers, and charcoal lumps, giving Napoleon’s gas log sets the look of a real wood-burning fireplace, with the convenience of direct-vent technology. The reversible logs can be configured for an authentic-looking split-wood fire or a natural looking tree-bark appearance. Controls are hidden, but easy to access, and optional, convenient remote controls or remote wall switches are available to making operating the gas log sets simple and easy – so one can spend more time enjoying family and friends.

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Somerby Deep Seating from Peak Season

Peak Season is a new luxury designer and manufacturer of casual outdoor furniture and fireside furnishings. The company prides itself in offering eclectic designs that are inspired from around the world. Peak Season takes an active role in every step of the process, from design to materials. Despite being relatively new to the industry, Peak Season’s name and products are causing a buzz in the marketplace.

The company’s Inspired Visions line is a limited collection of fine casual furniture for individuals who regard the design and comfort of their outdoor space as an extension of their home interior. A perfect blend of yesterday and today, the Somerby Deep Seating options from Peak Season feature turned leg detail and flared arms with a large framed panel back. The multi-step, hand grained Perdido finish brings elegance and style to any setting.

New Accent Pillows from Peak Season

Peak Season has also announced its newest product line for 2013, featuring more than 25 new products in their Inspired Visions collection. Recognizing that consumers understand that accent pillows are not just for inside spaces anymore, Peak Season has developed a beautiful line of pillows for the outdoors. With exquisite materials and embellishments, the new pillows from Peak Season add fashion, style, and comfort to any outdoor living space.

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We hope everyone has a fun and safe Labor Day weekend. We also know that it will be full of good food, especially barbecue. To help make your grilling run more smoothly, check out this great accessory from The Companion Group.

Moistly Grilled Smoking Platform by The Companion Group

Customers can easily achieve the intense, smoky flavor of a charcoal grill on a conventional gas grill with the Moistly Grilled Smoking Platform from the Companion Group. Food cooks directly over the smoldering wood chips for a more concentrated smoky flavor. Fill the platform’s stainless steel reservoirs with water, beer, wine, juice, stock or any other liquid to create a humid grilling environment, resulting in meats retaining a much high percentage of natural juices.

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Heat & GloR Cosmo 32 Fireplace by Hearth & Home Technologies

Having a small living space doesn’t mean one has to live without a fireplace. Many of today’s more contemporary styles come in smaller sizes. For those with a small bungalow or home, these sleek, small fireplaces will get the job done.

For homeowners, who seek a contemporary fireplace, look no further than the casual, yet sophisticated Heat & Glo Cosmo 32 by Hearth & Home Technologies. Featuring the smallest contemporary linear design on the market, the Cosmo 32 brings style to more spaces. With two sleek fronts and five color options, the Cosmo 32 will perfectly accent any modern space.

30″ Self-trimming Electric Firebox (BF9000) by Dimplex

The Dimplex self-trimming electric firebox, which fits in smaller spaces, instantly brings a room to life with patented lifelike flame effect and elegant design. The pulsating embers and LED inner glow logs create an incredible realism that is worthy of any room and the direct wire option allows for endless design possibilities.

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Violet Pebble Yellow Outdoor Rug by The HammockSource

Durable rugs are becoming as common in outdoor spaces as barbecue grills and patio furniture. They provide warmth during chilly fall nights and coolness during the hot summer months when cement and wooden decks heat up. Outdoor rugs also provide a soft, comfortable place for tired feet. With so many colorful and fun patterns available, outdoor rugs add pizzazz to any outdoor setting.

With its delicate foliage pattern in muted soothing hues, this Violet Pebble Yellow Outdoor Rug from The HammockSource is an heirloom-quality rug that recalls timeless Asian floral prints designed to soothe both sight and spirit. Handhooked in the age-old Eastern manner from synthetic DuraCord yarns, Sawgrass Mills by Hatteras Outdoor rugs resist rot, mold, mildew, fading and staining, yet have the sought-after softness of cotton.

Recife Collection by Couristan

Couristan is proud to expand its popular outdoor/indoor area rug collection, Recife, distinctively designed to complement the simple, yet classic, styling of outdoor furniture and uniquely colored to make stone entryways and patio decks warmer and more inviting. Power loomed by 100% fiber-enhanced Courtron polyproylene, this all-weather, pet-friendly, mold and mildew resistant area rug collection is perfect for the backyard or patio.

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Monterey by Pride Family Brands

Outdoor dining by a crackling fire is something just about everyone enjoys. A customer today can eat al fresco (while enjoying the up-close view of a cozy fire) with a beautiful fire dining table.These popular tables combine the elegance of a stylish outdoor dining table with the warmth and comfort of a fire pit. Here are a couple of examples:

The versatility of the Monterey Collection Pride Family Brands will be on display at the upcoming Causal Market in September, as Pride Family Brands announces the first introduction in its vintage style category. This collection features a new 108-inch tire table. Constructed of outdoor-durable cast and extruded aluminum, the Monterey Collection incorporates a simple linear back design with nail-head detailing and arm and leg castings. Each piece is built to last, with a powder coat and a four-step finishing process.

San Cristóbal Collection by OW Lee

Made from wrought iron, the elegant San Cristobal Collection from OW Lee embodies the romance and intricate detail of the Spanish Baroque style. The collection includes a wide range of products – including the dining armchair, which complements OW Lee’s Avila dining table to create an elegant outdoor dining setting.

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