Your backyard should be your oasis, a place you go to entertain family or be by yourself enjoying all it has to offer. Maybe your backyard doesn’t have what it needs to truly be a place you can relax and rejuvenate as the summer months inch closer. As warmer weather approaches and thoughts of entertaining…
Year after year, the internet bristles with lists of design trends. For outdoor living, they remain relatively consistent, including such items as lighting, shade, and quality. But one thing that isn’t included in many of these lists (and should be) is the addition of a pergola to your outdoor space. Read on to see why….
An outdoor fireplace and a fire pit both can bring warmth and relaxation to your home’s backyard. Before deciding which one is perfect for your home, there are a few differences between the two that you should know about. Outdoor Fireplace An outdoor fireplace is literally a fireplace outside. Just like an indoor fireplace, it…
Summer is just around the corner, but it is not too late to get a custom swimming pool into your backyard to enjoy summer barbecues, 4th of July picnics, and the long hot weeks of August. If you are thinking about getting a custom swimming pool and turning your backyard into a summer living space,…
When creating a landscape design with children in mind, there are certain things that you may want to include. This make the landscape design not only fun for them, but it helps to make sure it is safe for them as well. Here are 3 kid-friendly landscape design ideas. In-Ground Trampoline One awesome kid-friendly landscape idea…
When the weather turns pleasant, there’s nothing more enjoyable than indulging in a great meal outdoors with family or friends. Instead of hauling food out from your home’s kitchen, you should consider having an outdoor kitchen built. Advantages of an Outdoor Kitchen A kitchen will give you and your family an incentive to spend more…
Designing the perfect patio can be tough when your current yard doesn’t have an outdoor space that you like spending time in. When you have a lot of ideas, but aren’t sure where to start with designing the patio, it’s a good idea to focus on what you’d like the space to do. If your…
It’s nice to have a sizable lawn, but the yard work can quickly become burdensome. Various machines may expedite these tasks. However, you’ll have to spend time buying and maintaining them. An easier, more satisfying way to minimize yard work is to invest in a large patio. Less Upkeep Like almost anything, a patio isn’t…
Summer time in Texas is just around around the corner. That means it is time to start thinking about how you will beat the heat with some summer fun and Texas Outdoor Oasis wants to help you do it! Summer is a time to host parties and invite all your friends and family over to…
If you and your family spend a good deal of time outdoors, you should consider getting a custom cover for your patio. A custom patio cover will add significant value to your home in multiple ways. Advantages of Patio Covers Many types of benefits come with choosing a patio cover. A custom cover will add…
It’s almost winter, but that doesn’t mean your landscaping can wait. Starting your spring cleaning while your property’s plants are still dormant is a great way to keep them healthy. Here’s how professional landscapers can help with your landscaping in the dormant season: 1. Fruit trees need “dormant oil” before they wake up. If your…
1. Vacation is in the backyard Relaxation is one of the most commonly cited reasons to go on vacation. Yet, they can often be a source of stress in themselves. Studies show they can stress you out more than you were before. Why not make it a staycation? With your own swimming pool, you can have the…
Green grass is one of the clearest signs of a well-maintained neighborhood, and common green areas fall under the responsibility of most neighborhoods’ homeowners’ associations. But if your region is in the middle of a drought, the grass can dry out and turn patchy in a matter of days. If your city also posts watering…
Having a fire pit put into your backyard can be a great way to enjoy some warmth when you like spending a lot of time outdoors. The right fire pit can also add a lot of ambiance to the yard, but it does require some concern in order for it to be as safe as…
Large commercial hardscapes are built to last. Not only are they durable features, builders often add layers of materials underneath them to make the features last even longer. But sometimes nature tries to take back the hardscaping, especially if your property has a mix of soft and hard landscaping features. Here are 3 signs you…