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Outdoor Living
2026 Pool, Spa, Patio and Deck Expo
Deck Expo is the premier gathering for decking and outdoor living professionals across North America. This dedicated event, proudly sponsored by NADRA (North American Deck and Railing Association), brings together industry leaders, innovators and experts to showcase the latest in outdoor living solutions. Make Connections: Meet the people behind the products, ...
Maximize weather safety measures with predictive tools
By The Coffee Shops™. Stop relying on old wives’ tales and guess work when it comes to dangerous weather; proprietary AI forecast tools are here to give the time you’ve always needed to make the right weather decisions. In an episode of From the Ground Up™, host Karol Weyman sat down ...
Equip Exposition Releases Helpful Tips for First Time Show Attendees to Blockbuster Trade Show
Equip Exposition, the international landscape, outdoor living and equipment exposition, is held annually in Louisville, Kentucky and is one of the top three largest trade shows in the United States. Equip Exposition, the international landscape, outdoor living and equipment exposition, issues advice for first time attendees to the award-winning event October ...
From Pool Deck to Patio
In this OutdoorTalk™, Karol Weyman is joined by Logan Barker and Jamie Jaramillo from Noble Tile, along with John Zaprala from Heritage Landscape Supply Group, to explore how tile, hardscapes and pool design work together to create exceptional outdoor living environments. The discussion will cover pool finishes, waterline tile, coping, ...
A. O. Smith introduces New Voltex® X outdoor split system heat pump water heater
Meet the first widely available split system extends ultra efficient heat pump performance to colder climates and compact environments, unlocking maximum energy savings for homeowners. As summer energy costs continue to climb, A. O. Smith, North America's largest water heater manufacturer, is introducing the most adaptable addition yet to its award-winning ...
Bringing pools, patios and hardscapes together
By Emma Peterson. This webinar explores the growing demand for integrated pool, patio and hardscape designs and the best practices that help ensure lasting performance. In a new OutdoorTalk™ on August 18, 2026 at 11 a.m. PT (2 p.m. ET), Karol Weyman hosts a panel of experts from Noble Tile ...
Build a stronger financial foundation
By Jesse Sanchez. Hurley Fox explains how accurate financial data, disciplined planning for cash flow and effective technology can help contractors grow profitably. Contractors may be skilled at delivering quality work, but sustainable growth also requires a clear understanding of where money enters, moves through and leaves a business. In ...
Building sales confidence through smarter systems
By Jesse Sanchez. Learn how aligned technology, structured presentations and effective coaching can help home improvement sales teams perform with greater confidence. As home improvement companies add more technology to their sales processes, representatives are often expected to navigate multiple platforms while delivering a clear, polished customer experience. In a ...
No-slip patio surface keeps homeowners safe
By Daich Coatings. How Daich's TracSafe® Anti-Slip Sealer prevents accidents. Happy five year anniversary to Mike Sheahan! That’s how long he’s been enjoying TracSafe® Anti-Slip Sealer on his patio. A resident of Glendale, Arizona, Mike knows what it’s like to live in a hot area. He applied the TracSafe to his covered ...
AquaCurve shares outdoor pool living trends for modern backyard relaxation spaces
AquaCurve highlights how homeowners are creating comfortable backyard pool spaces through thoughtful furniture choices and shallow-water lounging areas. AquaCurve, a designer of modern in-pool lounge furniture for residential swimming pools, is highlighting the growing interest in backyard pool environments designed for relaxation, comfort and outdoor living. As homeowners continue investing in outdoor ...
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