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“This Old House”veteran RichardTrethewey knows a greatoutdoor shower when hesees one. And theplumbing and heatingexpert has no qualmsabout borrowing aninspired design –consider it sharinginspiration.

“I borrowed the designfor an outdoor shower onmy home from one I sawin Buck’s Harbor, Maine,”he says. “Theconstruction of theshower in Maine camejust high enough to coverthe necessary body partsbut left the head exposedso you could see the oceanand the sun rise or set,depending on time of day.It was spectacular.”

With the economy as itis, homeowners might bethinking that this kind ofinspiration could be hardto come by, but out-of-the-home showerexperiences are justhitting their stride.

“Historically, theoutdoor shower consistedof two pipes thatconnected to one spout,and you were luckyenough to get a decenttemperature as the watertrickled out,” Tretheweyexplains. But astechnology improvesindoors, perks to bathing

al fresco arrive on thescene. While Tretheweynotes progressiveplumbing upgrades, thelook and designs ofoutdoor showers also get amodern makeover.

“Since 2007, theaspiration of theMcMansion has beenreplaced with making useof current, existing homesby integrating interiorswith the outdoors,” saysDiana Schrage, seniorinterior designer atKohler, Wis.-basedKohler.

Some clients installoutdoor showers toaccompany a pool,explains Alan W.Zielinski, the 2010 vicepresident of the NationalKitchen and BathAssociation. “However,we are seeing a lot ofoutdoor showers that areintegrated into the masterbedroom suite with aprivate Zen-like garden.The shower heads foroutdoor showers have amuch finer spray thatcreates a softer effect.When designing anoutdoor shower, it’simportant to chosematerials thatcomplement warmth andserenity for a natural andrelaxing experience thattakes you away from thestresses of everyday life.”

Topping off the feel ofthe flow, Kohler has apartnership withBaltimore-based PolkAudio to createSoundTiles. “Thesignificance of the showerhas expanded forconsumers and thismusical feature makesbathing phenomenal,”Schrage says. “Today’stechnology can produce alow flow body spray thatis absolutely velvety whileusing less water.”

Think beyond bodybathing and make sureyou have an exit path forexcess water. Avoid aslippery mess by buildinga base for bathers to standon that allows water todrain. Install handrails tomake the shower user-friendly for all ages. Optfor lever handles to add adegree of ease to theoperation. And go greenby looking for theEnvironmental ProtectionAgency’s WaterSense logoto ensure eco-friendlyplumbing.

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An immediate extensionof your home, porchesand decks bridge the gapbetween the inside andthe great outdoors,providing indoor comfortwhile making the most ofnature’s benefits. Therecession has pulledAmericans back towardthe simpler pleasures inlife, which appear toinclude a greater focus onoutdoor living. All themore reason, then, to geton board with the newwave of deck and porchdesign: creating aseamless transitionbetween the inside of thehome and its outdoorcounterparts. “Americansare turning off thetelevision. They’regathering outside again,”says Paula Wallace,president and cofounderof the Savannah Collegeof Art and Design andauthor of “PerfectPorches” (ClarksonPotter, 2010). “We’re inthe midst of the greatporch renaissance, andclients want interiordesigners and architectsto create intentionaloutdoor spaces.”

Wallace says a porch isno different from a livingroom, with one bigdifference. “It generallydoesn’t rain in the livingroom! Designers have tomake porches a little

hardier.”Weather-wise

accommodations includecabinets and other storagedevices to stow pillows orartwork during a stormand ensuring the porch isdeep enough to allowguests to sit outside andnot get wet on a windy,rainy day, she says.

As for decks, BobbyParks, DeckExpo advisorycouncil member andowner of Peachtree Decksand Porches, Alpharetta,Ga., says that whilehomeowners still ask forspecific design elementslike diagonal decking,rounded decks and squareand bayed corners, theirgreatest concern iscreating cohesion.

People want a porch“that looks like it belongswith the house,” he says.That calls for building in

more hidden fastenersand decorative lighting.“In an effort to makesomething look more likeit belongs, we’re doingmore crown molding,more PVC-wrappedcolumns,” he says. Often,homeowners even requesttiled floors and fireplacesin their porch designs,Parks says.

When it comes time todecorate a porch, bringyour personal designaesthetic out with you,and don’t be afraid torearrange. “My porchesevolve, transform andtransfigure all the time!We redesign the porch tosuit the occasion,”Wallace says.

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Lounge lizardsOutdoor beds bring the ultimate relaxation to the backyard.

Backyard lounging optionsnot only used to be limited,but they also could be a sourceof embarrassment. Rememberthose chaise lounges with thevinyl straps that left imprints?And how exiting a hammockso often turned comical?

These days, the time-honored pastime of snoozingin the sun is a seriousbusiness. Outdoor chaisescome with cushionyupholstery and hammockscome with canopies. But themost notable evolution is thebackyard debut of beds,sometimes complete withheadboards and side tables.It’s not so much that people

want to count sheep under thestars as they want to feel likethey’re on vacation while stillat home, says Debbi Somers,president of Las Vegas-basedSomers Furniture. “Whatmakes you feel like you’re onvacation? Either loungingaround on the hotel bed or achaise by the pool,” she says.

Taking outdoor lounging tothe next level is a sign of thetimes, arising from keenerdesign sensibilities as well asthe recession, says Durham,Conn.-based designer SharonMcCormick. “Stylistically,people are willing to takemore risks than they used to.People are staying home

more, too, and they want tostand out from theirneighbors.”

Consider Somer’s posh,portable Cabana To Go, awind-resistant, steel-framedoutdoor room complete withrecycled plastic or woodflooring, custom curtains, achandelier, a round rattan bedwith matching side tables andan ottoman. Rectangularoutdoor beds that would lookright at home in a master suiteare available from companieslike Sutherland Furniture,which offers a line inspired byRobin Hood. The Sherwood“looks like an actual bed. I cansee it for a contemporary

house because it has suchsleek lines,” McCormick says.

When choosing an outdoorbed, “Decorate the same wayoutside as you would inside,”McCormick says. “You want itto tie in and have somethingto do with your architecture,and then tweak that to yourtaste.”

Choose colors that tie inwith your home’s interior, oropt for natural shades to blendin with the surroundings. Usea bolder color for cushionsand pillows and change themout seasonally, Somerssuggests.

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These days, the insideof a home is, undoubtedly,the center of theelectronic world. Withtelevisions, computers,surround-sound speakersystems and countlessother gadgets, technologyis in every room – and it’sstretching into theoutdoor world as well.

“There isn’t a lotnowadays that you can’tput outside,” says MikeVoyles, the owner ofGalesburg, Ill.-basedHome Infatuation andDesign, an outdoor homefurnishings retailer.“Outdoor kitchens, stovesand grills are just as niceas their indoorcounterparts. If there’ssomething you wantoutside, you can get it.”From state-of-the-artwet bars to beautifullighting treatments, thebackyard is the newmodern, luxurious space– here’s how to make sureit stays that way.

Protect your techNot any TV is right for

use outdoors. Even ifcovered, humidity cancorrupt the inside of flat-screens. Joe Pantel, theowner of Garden Grove,Calif.-based OutdoorWaterproof TVs, says thata TV specifically designedfor outdoor use will also

help with glare from thesun, so look for TVs withanti-reflective glass.“Regular TVs blackout –you can’t see the picture ifthe sun is too bright,” hesays.

Think bigSpeaking of TVs, you’ll

want a flat-screen HDTVthat you can see frommore than 5 feet away.This is ideal for largebarbeques in the summer,or positioning in front of ahot tub.

Catch the waveMake sure, if you

haven’t already, to routeyour home’s Internetconnection through awireless router with alarge range. This will turn

your back patio into a Wi-Fi hotspot, like a privateoutdoor café.

Light it upPeople often take their

backyard lighting forgranted, but it is a veryimportant aspect. “Youwant to make sure youhave lighting on yourpathways, as well aswhere you spend most of your time,” Voylessays.

Learn to shareYour neighbors are

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F or years, the trendin outdoor livinghas been to

integrate the interior withthe exterior to get the bestof both worlds. Thismeans bringing comfyfurniture and high-performance appliancesoutside, and developingmaterials andtechnologies to help themwithstand the weather.

The recession may have

dampened spendingoverall, but it drives the“inside-out” movementas people forgo vacationsand nights on the town tomake the most of theiroutdoor living space.Homeowners want to stepinto their backyardswithout leaving thecomforts of home. Thatmeans bringing indoorpracticalities like tasklighting and coat racks

into the great outdoors.And then there are thosewho want to feel asthough they’re worldsaway.

“The style in outdoorliving this year can besummed up in two words:luxury resort,” says ElaineWilliamson, owner of herself-named Frisco, Texas-based design firm. Herclients want amenitieslike decked-out cabanas

that give the impressionthat an umbrella drink issoon to come. “We’retruly turning yards intoplaces you’d visit onvacation.”

Both groups, the nestersand escapers, are fueling a“design revolution” inoutdoor furniture andfurnishings, says RobPressman, principal ofTGP Inc. LandscapeArchitecture, Encino,Calif. “Exteriors used tobe more raw in the sensewe didn’t have all thesesophisticated materials.Now, all the interiorelements are available forthe outdoors.”

Manufacturers areoffering outdoorfurnishings that wouldlook right at home in aliving room or even afour-star hotel suite,including deep, comfysofas with silkyupholstery, accent pillowswith elegant piping, and

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Interior accents and fabrics shape the new family room, part living space, part luxury resort – all your backyard.

viewfringed throws. “Thinktufted, rounded andluxurious, with not a bitof wrought iron,”Williamson says. “Thinkdamask. Nautical stripesand big tropical florals onvinyl are a thing of thepast.”

Companies like PatioHeaven and Kannoa offeroutdoor sectionals, sofas,loveseats and ottomansthat seem like they wouldbe out of their elementoutside, due to therichness of theirmaterials and theirdetailed construction,but they’re designed towithstand full exposure

to wind, rain and sun.“You can leave them

unprotected. You canspray them off with ahose,” Williamson says.“Some manufacturers areso bold as to offer them inwhite.”

White is “popping upeverywhere,” agrees GinaWicker, creative anddesign director for GlenRaven, N.C.-based fabricdesign firm Glen RavenInc., which makesSunbrella outdoor andindoor fabrics. “It makesthe perfect canvas forseasonal updates withpillows, throws and rugs.”This season, “Neutrals

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are transitioning to coolerhues like a gray-casttaupe rather than warmertones, and charcoal grayrather than dark,chocolate brown,” Wickeradds. “We’re seeing thesecooler neutrals partneringwith anything from funyellow, orange and pink tocalmer wheat, brass orvellum hues.”

Whatever the purposeof an inside-out exterior,the same interior designprinciples should guidethe selection andplacement of furnishings.“They might apply evenmore so,” Williamsonsays, “because there aremore interferences bywhich you need to scalethings and consider thecolors.” Start by findingor creating a focal point,such as a cabana,fireplace or water feature,she suggests. This visualanchor, along withnatural landscape featuresand the home’sarchitecture, will helpdetermine the colorpalette, materials andlighting that will be usedthroughout the outdoorliving space.

Balance, repetition,contrast and variety areimportant designprinciples to take intoconsideration. Contrastand texture can beintroduced underfoot, asflooring for the outdoors

has come a long way. “It’sa lot richer – not just yourbrick patio,” Pressmansays. “You have woods,tiles, stones. You can usejust about anything you’duse indoors as long as it’sslip-resistant.”

Wood decking, fencing,structures andfurnishings can enlivenand add dimension to aspace with deep, vibrantcolors that go far beyondthe basic browns, likeOlympic Exterior Stains’Harvest Gold, Avocadoand a lipstick-like shadecalled Rosewood.

When applying designprinciples to wide-openspaces, the areas wherepeople tend to fall downare scale and proportion.Where intimacy isdesired, a pergola “scaleseverything down to createthe feeling of an outdoorroom,” says Jeff Hutton,author of “Inside Out:The Art and Craft ofHome Landscaping”(Breakaway Books, 2007).

Finishing touches alsohave an indoor sensibility.“I have seen more andmore interest in outdoorsculpture and art used inthe landscape,” Huttonsays.

Though perhaps not onthe same level asRembrandt, speciallytreated oil paintingsresistant to sun, rain andsnow are cropping up on

fences and above outdoorsofas. CB2 offers versatilefurnishings convenientlydesigned for outdoor andindoor use, including the Garcon Rolling BarCart that collapses forstorage.

“People wantflexibility,” Pressmansays. “Things used to bemore defined, and spaceswere zoned according touse, so you’d have yourgrill in one place like alittle outdoor kitchen. Butas families and kids grow,people like to be able todo different things andmove things around.”Williamson also hasnoticed a preference forwhat she calls “free-rangefires.” She especially likesthe portable line of chicfire vessels by PlanikaFires, which are safe forsmall or enclosed spacesbecause they burnsmokeless, nontoxic bio-fuels.

With all the furnishingsavailable for outside, it’simportant not to losesight of two things:Plantings still make thebest backyarddecorations, and less ismore, even outdoors.

“Each defined spaceshould have one idea ormake one statement,”Pressman says. “Itshouldn’t try to do toomany things functionallyor aesthetically.”



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Jamie Durie knows his way around abackyard. The landscape designer andhorticulturalist has made a name forhimself and his outdoor roommovement in his hometown of Sydney,Australia. Through his company,PATIO Landscape Architecture andDesign, and a litany of TV shows andbooks, Durie has honed his Russiannesting doll technique of buildingoutdoor rooms within outdoor roomsuntil a space is complete.

His focus on the freedom andindividuality of these spaces can bespotted in his HGTV show, “TheOutdoor Room with Jamie Durie,”during which he and his team

makeover problem yards and createsanctuaries within expansive outdoorspaces.

“My philosophy is to create smallerrooms within the larger space to bringa feeling of intimacy and privacy,” heexplains. “I think where the freedomcomes into it is that because you arecreating an outdoor space there is moregive when it comes to being evocativeand sensory… like designing a sittingarea to sit in a shallow pool of water.”

Space and scale dictate all elementsof a design, Durie says. Whenrethinking a landscape, start withthem.

Think big. “Always make the space a

little larger than you think is adequate.A generous space is much moreinviting than a small, poky one,” hesays. “Spaces can be deceiving, evenwhen drawn to scale on a plan.”

Look to the right and the left fordesign cues. To envision the best scale,consider the context of the outdoorroom. “What is around it? Tallbuildings or open fields? How do youwant it to feel? If a space is not in scalewith its surroundings, it is going to feelawkward and you will not want tospend time in it,” Durie says. “Spaceand scale are like the skeleton of thedesign. “Once you have them right, therest will fall into place.”

Rethink outdoor rooms with HGTV’s Jamie Durie.Consider space, scale and the Russian nesting doll technique.Rethink outdoor rooms with HGTV’s Jamie Durie.Consider space, scale and the Russian nesting doll technique.

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‘My philosophy is to create smaller rooms within the larger space to bring a feeling of intimacy and privacy,’ says Jamie Durie, host of HGTV’s ‘The Outdoor Room with Jamie Durie.’

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Personality: Make it yours. The gardens I love the mostare always a personal expression of their owners. Makesure you get the design right first, think about the aboveelements and ensure that the space will work as youwant it. Then have some serious fun! Bright colorsare a great way to infuse a space with personality.So are quirky found objects, such as a collection ofold bottles or driftwood. There are no rules here.Just get creative and have some fun.

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Taniya Nayak is comingof age. Her first TV realityshow back in 2003 was ateen decorating show onABC Family called“Knock First.” She was 30at the time and had justgraduated from BostonArchitectural Collegewith a degree in interiordesign.

Over the last sevenyears, however, she hasfounded her own designfirm, Boston-basedTaniya Nayak Design, andmoved into the adult

world withappearanceson “Oprah,”the “Today”show and“The EarlyShow.” Shealso hasbecome a

fixture on various HGTVreality shows, includingher current one,“Destination Design.”

Nayak, whose familyemigrated from Indiabefore she was born,describes herself as a

modernist who likes tosolve problems, bothinside a home andoutdoors.

“What I like best aboutwhat I do,” she says, “isthat it actually improvespeoples’ lives. It’sinteresting what adifference good designcan make in yourattitudes and energy andhow you live your life.”

We asked Nayak designquestions, and here areher answers.

How have backyards

changed in the last fewyears?

What I see happening isthe whole idea of outdoorrooms. People aredividing their yards intozones for living rooms,kitchens and exerciseareas, and decoratingthem almost like youwould indoor rooms.

How much space do youneed for an outdoor room?

For once, I don’t thinksize is important. It mightbe a 10-by-10 footterrace, or it might be abig backyard. It’s reallywhat you do with thespace that matters.

How do you definespaces in an outdoorroom?

With foliage andfurniture. Foliage, eitherin beds or potted, is alsokey for providing color.Outdoor rooms are achallenge in that youdon’t have walls you canpaint. Whatever colorthere is usually comesfrom flowers and plantsand also textiles in theform of canopies, linensand upholstery fabrics.

How important arecanopies?

I don’t think you haveto cover the whole space,but I do think you need tohave a spot where peoplecan retreat and get out ofthe sun. And maybe it’san umbrella instead of acanopy. Just so you haveroom for some chairs anda table.

What kind of furnitureworks best in an outdoorroom?

It depends on weatherand climate. Basically,you want the feel of anindoor room – the easeand coziness – in anoutdoor setting. Thatusually meansupholstered furniture ofsome kind. One thing Iwould suggest is multi-use furniture – say acoffee table that doublesas a storage chest or achest that can also beused as a bench.

What about lighting?Very important. I’m

intrigued right now by allthe solar-powered lightson the market. Theypower up during the dayand shine at night.They’re also very lowmaintenance. Youbasically just stick themin the ground. But I alsolike white Christmaslights on trees and foliageall year-round. Theycreate a wonderful mood.

Do you entertain much?I love entertaining. I

don’t claim to be the bestcook in the world but Ilove entertaining.

How do you plan asummer party?

I like themed parties. Atheme makes everythingelse – the menu, themusic, the party favors –a lot easier because itgives you a direction.

Can you give someexamples?

Maybe you start withplaces you love. I just dida Moroccan party withArabic music, lanterns inthe trees and lamb kabobson the grill. It wasfabulous. Or maybe thefood itself is theinspiration. In Boston, welove clambakes andlobster boils in thesummer. For that, youcould do a nautical themewith sand and shells,lobster pots and toy boatsas party favors.Clambakes can be a littlemessy but I always thinkthat’s part of the fun. Justbe sure to have lots oflobster bibs and wetwipes on hand.

You have a new show on HGTV called“Destination Design.”

Always after a design solution, Taniya Nayak discusses the anatomyof outdoor rooms and the secret to a successful backyard party.

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What’s the premise? Every show starts

with a couple who are notseeing eye-to-eye ondecorating their newhouse. So we send themon vacation and whilethey’re traveling theysend me photos of thingsthey like or findinteresting.

Where do they go?Everywhere – Hawaii,

Sedona, Santa Fe. Ourfirst couple went down tothe Caribbean and sentme a picture of abonefish, which has astriking silver iridescentcolor and scales that looklike mosaic tiles. I usedthat as inspiration fortheir fireplace.

I understand you justmoved into a newapartment. How isdecorating for yourselfdifferent than for clients?

Let’s just say I’m not agreat client! When I’mdesigning for a client, I

reach a point where Iknow what needs to bedone and I do it. Formyself, though, I tend toover-analyze everything.And that ultimately is alittle paralyzing.

What kind of house didyou grow up in?

My father is anarchitect, and I was raisedin a classic modernisthouse with white wallsand Wassily chairs. Mydad was also a huge fan offabric wallhangings – itwas his way of addingcolor – and I’ve adoptedthat big-time.

What’s your favoritehouse in the world?

I love Frank LloydWright’s houses – theclean lines, the simplicity and the waythey relate to the land.Also, the way he makesthe hearth the center of the house. They are a big inspiration for me.

CONTENT THAT WORKSInterior designer turned HGTV star Taniya Nayak believesfoliage, textiles, seating and a bit of shelter can transformalmost any outdoor space into a retreat, no matter what size.

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In recent years, outdoorkitchens have taken thebackyard barbecue fromlow-key to luxe, and thelatest innovations indesign are no exception.“The staycation and all ofthat has been verypopular for some time,but what we’re seeingnow is that people arereally investing the moneyto make those outdoorareas as comfortable asthe indoor areas,” saysPatrick Byrne, executivevice president at Roanoke,Va.-based AtlantisOutdoor Kitchens.

According to Byrne,outdoor kitchen design isbecoming even bigger andmore elaborate. “They’rebigger than many indoorkitchens,” he says, notingthat intricate details likearched valances, flutedcolumns and advancedstonework are poppingup, along with addedcounter space.

“Kitchens are morepacked with features andfunctionality,” says RussFaulk, an instructor withthe National Kitchen andBath Association’scontinuing educationprogram and a vicepresident at Kalamazoo,Mich.-based KalamazooOutdoor Gourmet.“Where at one time it waspretty much a grill, a sinkand a cabinet, then a

refrigerator became prettystandard, then an icemaker became prettystandard, now we’reseeing, according to asurvey by the NationalAssociation ofHomebuilders, I think itwas almost 60 percent ofdesigners, builders andarchitects surveyed said awine chiller was a must-have feature in an outdoorkitchen.”

In addition to kitchensexpanding, Faulk also saysa major trend is in fullysheltered kitchens. Manyhomeowners want to usetheir spaces year-round,so Faulk says they are

opting for pavilion styleshelters with open walls.In mosquito-proneclimates, removablescreens are great forkeeping springtimeinsects at bay, he says.

Pizza ovens also arepopular added perks, andFaulk says the next biginnovation in outdoorkitchens will make clean-up a breeze. “We’re allstill waiting for anoutdoor dishwasher to hitthe market, but it hasn’thappened yet,” he says,adding that he believesone will debut sometimenext year. “Everybody inthe industry is waiting forsomebody to get it done.”

Faulk suggests keepingfunctionality in mind.“Don’t shortchange thecountertop area,” hewarns. “You see a lot ofpeople putting in all theequipment they want butthen they only givethemselves a square footof counter space to workwith. Think about theprep work, think aboutserving, think aboutwhere you’ve got to put aplatter. You’ve got to havespace to work.”

Finally, no matter whatthe trends, make thekitchen your own.

“It’s whatever you wantit to be, and whether itfits your home,” Byrnesays.

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Indoor sensibilities like extra counter spaceand a wine chiller are the new norm for outdoor kitchens.

CONTENT THAT WORKSCountertops are gettingrecognized as built-inbonuses for outdoorkitchens. Pizza ovens andother small appliances finallyhave a home, and you havemore prep space.

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Many homeowners loveand enjoy their pools, butdon’t feel so good aboutthe variety of chemicalsneeded for the upkeep ofthe system and sanitationof the water.

As the green movementhas continued to grow,saltwater swimmingpools are becoming apopular option forhomeowners across thecountry. Saltwaterswimming pools use littleto no chemicals tomaintain the pool. Achlorine generatorconversion system is allyou need to retrofit anexisting pool. Whilesome handy homeownershave been known tohandle the conversionthemselves, to ensureaccuracy it may be best toleave the retrofit to a poolinstallation professional.

A chlorine generatorworks by producingchlorine from regular saltso that homeowners donot have to buy, use orstore chlorine tablets orpowder. Through aprocess of electrolysis,saltwater passingthrough the chlorinegenerator separates thesalt molecules (sodiumchloride) into sodium andchloride. At the sametime, hydrogen atoms arefreed from the water.Then the hydrogen andchloride atoms freelycirculating through thewater combine to formsodium hypochlorite,which is better known as

chlorine. That chlorinesanitizes the pool andinhibits algae growth.After sanitizing, some ofthe chloride moleculeswill eventually rejoin thesodium to return to salt— beginning the processagain. Some residualchlorine will remain tokeep the pool clean.

There are two majortypes of chlorinegenerators. One is a brinesystem that keeps astored amount of salt inthe generator, while theother requires salt beadded directly to thewater.

Although much of thework is hands-off, asaltwater pool is notcompletely

maintenance-free. It’simportant to regularlycheck the pH of the poolfor the correct waterbalance to ensure thechlorine generator workseffectively. The devicewill also need to beperiodically cleaned ofmineral deposits. Someexperts advise a constantcirculation of the water,meaning that the poolmay have to be filtered24/7 for optimal results.

There are severalbenefits to saltwaterpools that go beyond thegreen factor. The lowerlevels of chlorinegenerated are less likelyto cause irritated, redeyes while swimming orgive off that chemical

chlorine aroma.Discoloration of hair orswimsuits is alsoeliminated. Mostchlorine generatorsrequire a salt content of2500 to 6000 ppm in thepool. Most people cantolerate a salt tastethreshold of 3500 ppm,so a pool that is in thehigher end may not be aspleasant to swim in.

Saltwater pools will notproduce that dried-outfeeling that often comeswith swimming in aregularly chlorinatedpool. Saltwater createsmild soft water, so manypool enthusiasts reportfeeling refreshed andtheir skin soft uponexiting the water.

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Today’s swimming pooldecks have come a longway in terms of beautyand design. More andmore homes with poolsnow feature the latest inelegant hardscape paverdesigns which cantransform a typicalbackyard into an opulentspace fit for royalty.

Be it concrete, naturalstone, clay, brick or otherchoices, hardscapematerials are rapidlygrowing in popularity asthe focal point of newelegant pool deck designs.While many of today’shardscape materials areexcellent options for theirenvironmental qualities,flexibility of design andtheir ease of installation,it is their aesthetic beautythat remains their mainattraction.

While first impressionsare important, creating abeautiful lasting space toentertain your friends andfamily is key and thereason why hardscapeexperts highlyrecommend theapplication of a sealant toall pool deck paverprojects to not onlyprotect but enhance thelook of your pavers.

According to RickDeMarchi, director ofmarketing for Techniseal,the leading manufacturerof polymeric sand andtreatment products for

the concrete paverindustry, it’s important tounderstand the differentcategories of sealantswhen choosing a productbecause each categorybrings its own featuresand benefits with regardto aesthetics, protectivequalities and applicationprocedures.

Sealants can be brokendown into a few keycategories: you have film-forming versus non film-forming; color-enhancing(wet look) versus noncolor-enhancing (drylook) and solvent-basedversus water-based. Mostimportantly, all are stain-resistant.

“For pool decks it’srecommended you choosea non film-formingsealant that has no impacton slip and skidresistance,” explainedDeMarchi. “Also, today’spopular salt water poolscan be corrosive todecking creating the needfor a water-repellentsealant to protect thesurface integrity of thepavers.”

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It’s the “yellow house on thecorner” or the “gray two-storyin the middle of the block.” Thecondition and color of theexterior give a home its identityand also account for much of itscurb appeal, says Susan Powell,owner of InFocus Design, aCrete, Ill., firm that stageshomes for sellers.

Invariably, says Powell, sheadvises clients to freshen theirlook with a coat of paint.Indeed, exterior paint has the

“huge bang for the buck”because it so dramaticallyimpacts a home’s look,contends Erika Woelfel,director of color for Behr.

Home sellers may be able tobrush off the doldrums of thehousing market by dipping intoa can and getting a fresh start.Paint isn’t simply decorative. Itshelters the underlying surfacefrom the elements.

Not just sellers, but anyowner who loves his home willwant to protect it with a goodcoat. Here, a “primer” on somerecent trends and advances toget you started on what couldbe your most significant homeimprovement.

Color trendsA good exterior paint job

should last 15 years or more,Woelfel says. While there arecycles of fashionable colors forinteriors, exterior and buildingproduct trends stretch overlonger periods, says DebbieZimmer, director of the PaintQuality Institute, a division ofthe Dow Chemical Co. Butbuilding trends and otherinfluences do bring changes tohow we color our homes.

For instance, homes builtwithin the last 15 years are morelikely to have part of the façadeextending out, allowing for twomain body colors, says LeslieHarrington, director of The

Color Association, a colorforecasting group. Roofs havebecome more colorful, withdeep green and blue shadesadded to the traditional grey,black and neutrals, Harringtonexplains.

The old “rule” dictating that ahouse shouldn’t contain morethan three exterior shades fortrim, doors, body and roof, hasrelaxed. It’s not uncommon tosee four different colors on ahouse, says Harrington.Multiple colors should beselected carefully, so they don’tcompete or overwhelm oneanother. For instance, trim androof colors might match, withtwo neutral body colors and a

“pop” of accent color, perhapson the door. The house of thefuture is likely to be smaller,and Mary Lawlor, a colorspecialist at Kelly-Moore,thinks “cleaner, lighterneutrals” will be used moreoften to give stature to homeswith slightly shrunken squarefootage.

Judgment callRegional and architectural

differences also are big colorinfluencers, says Jackie Jordan,director of color marketing forSherwin-Williams. Rich jeweltones may be appropriate for arestored Victorian, for example,while a Californian Arts &

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PATIOS, PORCHES & POOLSCrafts would be enhancedby dusty hues. Butwhether you are lettingthe design of your homeguide color choice or areexperimenting with thecolor wheel, judgment isrequired to determine theright shades and mix.Think of how your homefits into its entire setting,advises Harrington.

Consider the colors ofnearby properties. If thereare two yellow houses onthe block, that doesn’tmean yours can’t be, too,says Harrington. But asubtler or bolder shade ofyellow could set yourhome apart while stillblending well with theneighbors. Landscape isanother importantconsideration. Dark greenfoliage, for example, mayallow for the use ofbrighter hues than woulda colorful border of

blooming plants.Tote home paint

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committing to a color,purchase a small can;some paint companies

offer special sample sizes.“In an inconspicuousarea, paint about a two-foot square,” suggestsWoelfel. “Look at it in alllight – morning,afternoon and eveningand see if it appeals toyou.”

Recent innovationsMany people – even

professional painters andhome builders — don’trealize that virtually everyexterior surface of ahouse can be painted,says Zimmer. Paintingsiding, wood compositeand other materials canfreshen the look andprotect surfaces. Acoating that’s appropriatefor stucco, for example,has some stretch tominimizes potentialhairline cracks, notesLawlor.

The best way to identify

the appropriate paint fora project, Zimmer says, isto visit a paint or homecenter store and ask forhelp from aknowledgeablesalesperson.

New paints have beendeveloped to betterwithstand certainweather conditions. Forinstance, Kelly-Moore,which sells in the westernU.S., has developed apaint that can be used incool mountaintemperatures as low as 35degrees F, says Lawlor.Resilience paint bySherwin-Williams can beapplied even if rain isimminent, says SteveRevnew, vice president ofproduct development.

Fun projectsConsumers are bolder

than they once were whenit comes to choosing

home colors. And afavorite place to make acolor statement is thefront door.

“Your home’s entranceis so important, but if youenter through a garage ora side door you may noteven notice it much,” saysPowell.

She often advisespainting the door a red,dark green or shade thatcomplements the otherexterior colors yet gives avibrant personality to ahome.

Painting a mailbox orlight fixture the sameaccent color is anotherway to inject visualinterest, she suggests.

“The smaller the area,the brighter you can gowith an accent color,”Woelfel says. “You don’thave to stop with thehouse. There are stainsfor driveways, too.”

CONTENT THAT WORKSConsider a home’s architecture and the local environmentwhen choosing exterior paint hues.


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