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Know the Difference Between Commercial and Regular Planters

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 A planter serves as a base for a plant that does not directly grow in the ground. It allows the landscaper to add touches of greenery on paved areas and even indoors in an aesthetic manner. The benefit is that the planters can be placed anywhere and moved around at whim. The direction or placement can be easily changed to suit the sun’s position, the weather or even the décor. While there is a wide choice in planters in terms of materials, sizes and shapes, what most people don’t realize is that there is clear difference between retail and commercial planters . Let us take a look at what sets commercial planters apart from their regular counterparts: Retail planters – These are the regular planters available in local hardware stores for home use. Made of terracotta, plastic, wood or even glass, the planters look appealingbut are likely to crack or break on heavy contact. They are mostly used indoors or in balconies and patios. The size and shape can vary a lot, ...

How To Get a Gas Fire Bowl Going?

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  People have been gathering around fires since the very dawn of time. What was used for heat and cooking earlier has now gained entertainment value. A natural gas or propane fire bowl is the perfect ambience-booster as it adds a striking charm to the environment. And nothing could be better than if it is accompanied by the tinkling flow of water that is lit by fire in a pool fire bowl. This is the perfect accompaniment to swimming pools or waterfall arrangements and make for a delightful setting – attractive, enticing and relaxing all rolled into one! Following is a simple walkthrough on how to get a fire bowl going: Installing a fire bowl is a simple and straightforward process. It throws the choice of propane or natural gas as the fuel of choice. A natural gas fire bowl has to be connected to a gas line while a propane one will be hooked to the cylinder. Keep the need for portability of the fire bowl in mind and decide accordingly. The burner, inserts, pipes and i...

The Outdoor Plus Fire and Water Bowls

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  The Outdoor Plus Fire and Water Bowls - Modern Concrete Gas Fire Pits, both, sleek & stylish and sure to create years of entertainment and enjoyment. Call Today for Specials! 866-488-6518

How to Use Fire Glass or Rocks in a Gas Fire Feature?

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  Gas fire features are being preferred by more and more homeowners because of their ease of use and safety parameters. A copper fire bowl , table or even pit will look classy and striking in any outdoor or even indoor setting. However, the fire feature can often appear bare and incomplete with only the burner and pipes in it. At times, people even wish to conceal the gas arrangement inside to give a more natural and tasteful appearance. The answer lies in accessories like fire glass, lava rock, stones, ball sets, etc. Tips for Proper Arrangement People use different accessories in varied arrangements to create the desired look in their fire feature. Lava rock gives a rustic appearance to the fire while glass reflects the flames, making the shimmer and blaze look more intense and attractive. It should be kept in mind that about two to four inches of glass, rocks or stones will be needed to line the fire feature properly. The first layer should always be the smallest glass...

Things to Know About Fire Pit Burners

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  A gas fire pit burner serves as the conduit for the natural gas or propane. It will conduct the gas and serve as the base for igniting the flame in the fire pit. The ignition can be manual or automated with different options like match lit, spark ignition, switch, remote or mobile app based operation. Following is some basic information about fire burners: Fire pit burners come in varied shapes and sizes. Even the materials can vary. Choose a standard design or a stylish one based on personal preferences. The size should suit the dimensions of the fire feature. Bullet burners are a good option as they provide a higher and fuller flame even while using as much as 30% less gas. There are different burner kits for using with natural gas and propane. The latter needs an air mixeras propane should mix with air to create clean, efficient fuel. Conversion kits are available for converting a propane fire pit to natural gas and vice versa. Most burners use a burner pan. ...

Commercial Planters - Large Interior, Exterior and Public

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    All of our commercial planters truly are a peice of art. Our skillfull concrete artisans have worked many years in perfecting our modern planters.

Getting High on A Potted Environment

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  Creating a green outdoor environment does not have to be a tall order for people who live in high rises or don’t have spacious backyards. Container gardening is the easiest way to get a micro garden going. Commercial planters  and containers do not have to be limited to indoor areas or balconies, porches and patios either. They can be used as garden ornaments to add beauty and focus to the landscaping scheme in a yard. The portability adds another dimension as the pots can be moved around and rearranged as and when required. They can be placed indoors or outdoors too. The possibilities are actually endless. Container gardening is a simple way to experiment with growing different plants without committing them to the ground. It can be used for herbs, salad greens and other kitchen gardening or even trying out new plant varieties and other gardening trends. Pros of planting in planters Better growth – Fixed garden grounds are not suitable for all types of plants...