Wedding Arbors
Many couples choose to keep their wedding arbor as a lasting memento. Learn about common materials, finishes, customization, and care tips to help you decide whether to rent, DIY, or buy to keep.
Folding Table Legs
Folding tables often look fragile, but materials and design determine strength. Modern tables commonly use HDPE tops with powder-coated steel legs; wrestling "breakaway" tables are intentionally prepared to shatter.
Patio Furniture Repair
Practical guidance for finding and vetting a patio furniture repair service: where to look, what to ask, and when to opt for a pro versus DIY.
Porch Railing
Porch railings reduce fall risk, improve curb appeal, and come in many low-maintenance materials. Check local codes and permits before installing.
Portable Picnic Table
Portable picnic tables offer convenient, clean, and flexible outdoor seating for backyard meals, parks, and camping. Lightweight, foldable models store easily and add predictable surface space when public tables are unavailable.
Shaft Collar
Shaft collars (also called keyless locking assemblies) clamp to shafts to hold, space, or locate components. Common types are set-screw, one-piece clamping, and two-piece (split) collars, available in steel, stainless steel, and aluminum with finishes like zinc plating, black oxide, passivation, or anodizing.
Aluminum Railings
Aluminum railings are a lightweight, low-maintenance choice for decks, pools and balconies. With powder coat, anodized or PVDF finishes and prefabricated kits, they resist rot and ordinary corrosion while offering many design options.
Porch Railings
Porch railings improve safety, protect exterior surfaces, and add curb appeal. Choose materials and details based on climate, maintenance, and local building codes.
Arco Floor Lamp
The Arco floor lamp, designed by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni in 1962 and in MoMA's collection, pairs a marble counterweight and stainless-steel arc to deliver overhead light without ceiling installation.
Picture Framing Supplies
A modern guide to picture framing: why frames matter, common materials (wood, metal, gilding, composites), conservation best practices, and choosing a frame that suits the art and the space.
Copper Mail Boxes
Copper mailboxes resist rust by forming a protective patina, offer wide customization, and enhance curb appeal. They require more upfront cost and occasional upkeep for a polished finish, and must meet local postal mounting rules.
Metal Baskets
Metal baskets are durable, flexible decor pieces for planters, storage, and accents. Use liners and drainage for planting, pick corrosion-resistant finishes for outdoors, and repurpose baskets across the home.
Metal Gazebo
Modern metal gazebos offer durable, low-maintenance alternatives to wood. Choose materials and roof types for your climate, verify structural ratings and permits, and plan for simple seasonal upkeep.
Patio Bar Stool
Practical guidance for choosing patio bar stools: compare plastic, metal, and wood options; pick weather-rated finishes and fabrics; check seat height and maintenance needs.
Heater Vents
Heater vents (registers, grilles, diffusers) cover duct openings in floors, walls, and ceilings. Registers have dampers to control airflow; grilles do not. Materials include steel, aluminum, plastic, and decorative options. Routine cleaning and proper balancing keep systems efficient.