Hello, I’m Shell! An introduction
Hello! Let me introduce myself: I’m Shell and I just joined the team here at www.Fifthroom.com. I’m the new voice o’ the blog and I hope to start a conversation…
Read MoreCategory: Outdoor Living
5 Ideas for an Outdoor Living Space Around a Pool
If you’re one of the 21 million Americans who own a pool, hot tub or spa, you know how amazing it is to have an aquatic space outside where…
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It’s Time to Think About Hardscaping
Hardscaping and softscaping are like peanut butter and jelly: sure, you can enjoy each of them separately, yet when they’re combined, amazing things can happen. So if you’ve only…
Read MoreOne Word that Kills Your Motivation to Do Yardwork
Yardwork provides many rewards: satisfaction of a job well-done, a beautiful scene to look at from the window or patio and a conversation piece for entertaining your visitors. On…
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Easter Could be Warm — Be Prepared to Eat Outside
Easter Sunday marks the most important Christian holiday, when the resurrection of Jesus is celebrated, and a time for the fabled Easter Bunny to visit homes, hide eggs in…
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How to Plan a Romantic Outdoor Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day owes it origins to both Christians and Ancient Romans, with a history that’s a blend of pagan holidays for fertility, priests who defended the right to love…
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Why Your Deck Needs a Pergola
If you have an uncovered deck attached to the back – or front – of your house, you’ve probably had a few moments when you wished you had a…
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3 Reasons Why Wooden Gazebos Are the Way to Go
Your backyard is an extension of your home. Your garden reflects your creative green thumb. So, when you think about enjoying your hard-earned outdoor design, you’ll probably need somewhere to…
Read MoreTop Home Shows to Attend Around the U.S.
Home show season generally runs from January through March or so every year. It’s a gathering of vendors, contractors, landscapers and designers where they meet and discuss working together…
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3 Customer Highlights You Don’t Want to Miss
“It takes hands to build a house, but only hearts can build a home.” This quote, the author unknown, perfectly captures the sentiment among many families: the people you love…
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