Patio & Hearth Blog

Outlaw Grill & Cart from Bull Outdoor Products

Spring is upon us and summer is on the horizon.  Grilling season is here and customers are now either thinking about updating their grills or are adding new barbecue accessories.

The Bull Outdoor “Outlaw” Built-in Grill Head and Grill Cart is new for 2012.   This 304 stainless steel four-burner unit delivers beefy 60,000 BTUs and is equipped with 4 Piezo igniters and a solid 304 stainless steel cooking grates. The Outlaw is available in both LP and NG.

Fire Magic Cut & Clean Combo from R.H. Peterson

Installed in a grill island counter top, the R.H. Peterson Fire Magic Cut and Clean Combo is a cleverly designed accessory that lets you slice and dice on a Fire Magic cutting board, then sweep debris right into a trash receptacle below. A stainless steel handled lid tops both the trash chute and the custom cutting board for sanitary purposes, keeping insects and odors at bay.

Bull Outdoor Products

R.H. Peterson

The Classique Rectangle Dining Collection from Agio

Contemporary pieces may be rising in popularity, but many manufacturers debuted new traditional collections this year.

Agio continues to lead the industry by combining design elements that meet homeowners’ needs. The Classique Rectangle Dining group features a unique blend of the most durable elements – cast aluminum and sling seating that surrounds a long-lasting porcelain tile-top table. Beautifully hand finished and with a coordinating umbrella, Classique makes an elegant statement and is sure to be a favorite with retailers and customers alike.

The chaise from the Seville Collection by Mallin Casual

Seville, by Mallin Casual, is a distinctive and luxurious collection that offers a cozy design. The Seville Collection is designed beautifully with comfort and style in mind. This collection consists of a sofa, love seat and chaise. Barstools, club chairs and ottomans are also available. Seville is available with the high quality Sunbrella fabric consisting of many beautiful fabrics. This design can complete any outdoor area.

Agio

Mallin Casual

For those interested in smoking their own ham this Easter weekend, check out this recipe!

Ingredients:

1 6-pound “ready to eat” ham
1 cup pineapple juice
¾ cup chicken stock
½ cup honey
1 ½ tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon sugar
½ tablespoon salt
2 teaspoon dry mustard
½ teaspoon cayenne
½ teaspoon ground cloves

The Kamado Joe ComboJoe, features a gas grill and a ceramic grill in one cart. Perfect for holiday weekends.

Preparation:

The night before you smoke, mix together the pepper, paprika, sugar, salt, 1 teaspoon of dry mustard and cayenne. Rub over the surface of the ham, wrap in foil and let in sit in the refrigerator overnight.

In the morning, remove the ham from the refrigerator and let it sit for 1 hour. Remove foil. In the meantime, prepare the smoker. You will be smoking at about 210 degrees for 6 hours.

Mix together the chicken stock, ¾ cups of pineapple juice, vegetable oil, ½ teaspoon dry mustard, and cloves. Warm over medium heat until completely mixed.

Place ham in smoker and baste with sauce once every hour. While the ham is smoking, prepare the glaze by mixing together the honey, ¼ cup pineapple juice, ½ teaspoon dry mustard and pinch of ground cloves. Brush generously with glaze a couple of times during the last hour of smoking.  Will serve up to 12.

And if you are looking to serve up some veggies or poultry this weekend, check out the Herb Grid from the Charcoal Companion. It’s great for adding fresh herb flavors to any food without losing the herbs through the grill grate.

The Herb Grid from Charcoal Companion

Recipe from here.

Kamado Joe

The Charcoal Companion (The Companion Group)

The Amalfi Collection from Caravita

Side-mounted or cantilever umbrellas can add a dramatic flair to any outdoor space. Unlike traditional umbrellas, cantilever umbrellas do not have a pole inserted in the middle. Instead they are mounted on the side, allowing homeowners to arrange their patio furniture without losing shade. Plus guests will be the center of the attention rather than the umbrella pole!

Caravita’s Amalfi Collection has undergone a makeover and now includes luxury features and a new foot pedal that provides easy 360-degree rotation. Another added feature includes the self-adjusting canopy, which ensures that the canopy will always remain level. Part of the Classic series, the Amalfi Collection offers a variety of sizes and shapes that use Caravita’s signature UV-stabilized resilient plastic hub. These products use the same solution-dyed acrylic fabrics from Sattler and the same RAL powder finishes that have always been used.

Treasure Garden’s 10-foot square cantilever umbrella

Treasure Garden’s 10-foot square cantilever umbrella comes in a black finish with Sunbrella’s 5404 Natural Fabric. The Cantilever Collection from Treasure Garden is offered in several sizes, packed with great features and functions. Sizes range from 9 feet to 13 feet (octagon), as well as 10 feet and 11 feet (octagon and square). The multi-position provides many shade solutions by providing the opportunity to easily shade several areas.

Caravita

Treasure Garden

The Acapulco Collection from Z-Line Designs

Traditional styles in patio furniture and outdoor accessories are not for everyone. Sometimes, a homeowner wants a piece that will pop out as the center of entertaining, serving as a focal point or conversation starter. From chic furniture to vibrant umbrellas, stand-out pieces bring new life to outdoor spaces.

Combined with comfort and unique style, the Acapulco Collection, from Z-Line Designs, provides the ambiance needed for hours of luxurious entertaining and relaxation. With its sleek curves and plush deep seating, your backyard will turn into a resort. This arrangement brings exceptional character and charm into any outdoor setting.

The Uptown Fire Pit Table from The Outdoor Greatroom Company

A modern look in granite and stucco, the Uptown Fire Pit Table, from The Outdoor Greatroom Company, is designed with clean, simple lines, and engineered to showcase a stunning glowing fire that is sure to heat up one’s outdoor space. This two-tiered table is functional as well as beautiful and makes for a perfect area to entertain.

Z-Line Designs

The Outdoor Greatroom Company

Sound of Music Audio Panel with Marine Grade iPod Stereo System from Cal Flame

There are many ways to spice up an outdoor-kitchen experience. By combining the right appliances and accessories, it’s possible to create a vacation atmosphere right at home. Everything from colorful umbrellas and outdoor rugs to entertainment centers and fireplaces will enhance the outdoor-living experience. With so many options available, deciding how to spruce up a backyard or patio kitchen can be daunting. Here are a couple of products that will liven up any outdoor space.

The portable Sound of Music Audio Panel, from Cal Flame, is a stainless-steel panel that can virtually be mounted to any indoor or outdoor surface. It features a Marine-Grade stereo system with built-in iPod controls that conveniently charge and operate one’s iPod or iPhone. Two 4-inch 72-watt weatherproof speakers, and state of the art remote control are included as well. It also features a large IC-FM Tuner with improved reception and an additional auxiliary port of other MP3 systems.

Fire table from Galaxy Outdoor

Galaxy Outdoor has created a large selection of standard-sized fire tables. Round or hexagonal, they range in size from 38 to 68 inches in diameter. The fire tables are also available in rectangular, square, and diamond shapes; standard sizes range from 36 to 96 inches long. All tables are made from 14-gauge galvanized tubing covered with PermaBase cement board, ready to be finished. Custom sizes are available.

Cal Flame

Galaxy Outdoor

The Wickford Media Console from Dimplex

Since flat-screen TVs debuted, the problem of where to put them started plaguing homeowners. If there is a fireplace already in the room, the TV often ends up hanging above it, or off to the side. The media console fireplace solves this problem by combining all of the elements—TV, fireplace, and media storage—into one neat unit.

The Wickford media console from Dimplex is the perfect solution. It is capable of holding a television up to 60 inches and houses two shelved storage compartments for electronic components, DVDs, and other essentials. The transitional cabinet style with its subtle dentil molding and stepped base adapts well to most decors and is enhanced by its rich burnished walnut finish.

The Triple-Function Media Mantel Cabinet from Twin-Star International

The Triple-Function Media Mantel Cabinet from Twin-Star International is ideal for sports fans and home entertainers, and is also well-designed for small spaces. Its left side contains a 23-inch Classic Flame electric fireplace insert. On the right side, behind a locking solid door, there’s a shelf for storage and a thermoelectric mini cooler. The unit has integrated wire management and comes in two shades: empire cherry and oak.

Dimplex

Twin-Star International 

Sometimes an umbrella simply isn’t enough. In many instances, homeowners want enough shade to cover entire patios or at least substantial portions or their outdoor spaces. And that is where retractable awnings come in. Awnings have become more stylish and efficient over the years and will provide ample shade for large areas. Not only do they provide shade on the patio, but they also keep those hot sun rays from getting inside the home as well.

Solair, from Tri Vantage,  introduced their residential retractable awnings in 2010 and things haven’t slowed down for the company since. Solair’s awnings offer a premium shade solution for customers in terms of flexibility and value. With these attractive awnings, customers have the benefit of adding shade inside their home and on their patio. Solair has also implemented design updates to several models as well as to the quick-ship fabric collection to ensure its awnings complement any style of home.

Since 2010, Solair has partnered with 130 specialty retailers and it expects that to increase significantly with the 2012 season.

Solair

Patio & Hearth Products Report hopes everyone has a fun and safe St. Patrick’s Day weekend.  And if you are looking for a new spin on a traditional meal, try this BBQ Corned Beef and Cabbage recipe:

Ingredients:

For the Brisket:

1 gallon water

2 tablespoons pickling spices

1 (5 to 6 pound brisket)

3 cups BBQ sauce

For the Cabbage:

1 head red cabbage

1 head green cabbage

2 tablespoons duck fat

½ cup balsamic vinegar, reduced to ¼ cup

Kosher salt and pepper

For the Potatoes:

10 large white rose potatoes

4 ounces butter

1 cup cream

¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

Kosher salt and pepper

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Torbay Collection from Oxford Garden

Teak patio furniture now has an updated look thanks to new sleek designs and added comfort. Manufacturers are also combining teak with other materials, such as wicker, sling, or aluminum. For consumers who desire the classic look of wooden outdoor furniture but want a contemporary twist, here are some beautiful pieces that will turn their backyards into outdoor retreats.

New for 2012, the Torbay Collection is the most recent collection from Oxford Garden that is crafted of all-weather resin wicker and teak. The collection features an armchair and side chair designed to fit all Oxford Garden tables. Known for its affordable luxury, Oxford Garden continues to create classic and timeless outdoor furniture.

St. Tropez Teak Sling Collection from Kingsley-Bate

Kingsley-Bate’s St. Tropez Teak Sling Collection is expanding to include a stacking club chair and ottoman. Designed with a solid teak frame, aluminum hardware and durable Phifertex fabric, this set is ideal for comfort, ease and is convenient where storage space is at a premium. The collection is available in cilantro, sand, black and blue fabrics.

Oxford Garden

Kingsley-Bate