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How Much Charcoal You Should Use When Grilling
Getting acquainted with a charcoal grill is no easy task, especially when it comes to figuring out how much charcoal you need. After all, you want to make sure you use enough to cook your food properly, but on the other hand you don’t want to waste any. This is a conundrum that all new … Read more
How To Use Charcoal Grill Vents: The Right Way
Maybe you’re new to grilling with a charcoal grill. Or perhaps you’ve been using a charcoal grill for years— but you’ve never paid much attention to the vents. Either way, learning how to use charcoal grill vents will up your barbecue game significantly. You’ll be able to maintain the grill’s internal temperature better and be … Read more
How to Put Out a Charcoal Grill Safely: Step by Step
Anytime you’re cooking with coals or fire, it pays to be careful. Many people tend to underestimate how long it takes for coals to cool and a hot grill to become safe to touch with your bare hands. Fortunately, there are a few ways to extinguish a charcoal grill safely, all of which we’ll cover … Read more
How to Use a Charcoal Grill for Beginners: Step by Step
For some, grilling with charcoal is intimidating. Gas grills tend to be easier to use because they have a steady flame and you don’t have to add fuel as you cook. But food cooked on a gas grill just doesn’t have that same flavor that you get when using a charcoal grill. But, if you’ve … Read more
How To Keep Your Charcoal Grill Hot: It’s Easier Than You Think
Charcoal grills are famous for rolling temperatures. Not only that, but many built-in thermometers on charcoal grills are notoriously bad at doing the one job they have: telling an accurate temperature. The result is that you have no idea just how long it will take to cook your meal. If you need high temperatures, the … Read more
How to Start a Charcoal Grill: With & Without Lighter Fluid
There’s a certain art to starting a charcoal grill, whether you’re using lighter fluid or not. The placement and amount of charcoal are factors, as are the kind of food you’re grilling and the amount of time it will take. There’s nothing worse than spending more time at the grill than you want. Especially if … Read more
5 Best Gorilla Playsets for Small Yards
Just because you have a small backyard doesn’t mean it cant be fun and exciting for your kids! And just because its small doesn’t mean you have to settle for some flimsy, cheaply made playset that isn’t worth your money to begin with. We all want to buy the best for our kids, and when … Read more
Installing a Playset? Here’s Everything You Need to Know
Installing a playset in your backyard is not the easiest thing you’ll ever do. But it’s also not the hardest. Most backyard playsets contain all of the hardware you need as well as detailed instructions on proper assembly. On average, it takes two adults 8-12 hours to set up a playset. Of course, the bigger … Read more
How To Prepare Your Yard For A Swing Set Or Playset: Step by Step
Properly preparing your yard for a swing set or playset can usually be done in a weekend. It only requires limited tools and know-how. So, even if you don’t consider yourself a “DIY” kind of person, you shouldn’t have any trouble getting your yard ready for the hours of fun your kids will be having … Read more
Are Cedar Playsets Any Good? Everything You Need to Know Before Buying
There are a variety of options to choose from when it comes to purchasing a backyard playset. Some are made out of metal, plastic, vinyl, wood, or some combination of these. Wood alone has a variety of options including cedar, pine, and redwood. Cedar is one of the more popular woods used in backyard playsets … Read more
Best Surface Materials For Outdoor Playgrounds
When deciding on the best surface material for an outdoor playground, there are several factors to consider. If it’s a public playground or commercial playground, you’ll want to know what requirements need to be met to keep the children playing on it safe and to ensure that the surface materials are up to code. When … Read more
Wood vs. Metal Swing Sets: Which One Is Right For You?
Deciding on the different features and designs you want for your backyard swing set is hard enough. Deciding between wood and metal can be even harder. When considering wood vs metal swing sets, you’ll want to look at a few factors such as cost, durability, maintenance, safety, aesthetics, assembly, and longevity. As we explore the … Read more