For any homeowner who enjoys playing in the dirt, manicuring their landscapes or just keeping the yard tidy, the importance of a reliable garden hose cannot be overstated. They come in many sizes, styles, types and colours, while boasting of features like microbial protection and kink resistance. With so many …

First developed in the jungles of South Africa, hammocks were invented to help people sleep above the wet ground. From rudimentary leaves and tree vines, hammocks have evolved to newer styles with incredible levels of comfort. Today, hammocks are popular for some poolside lounging, backyard napping and even for safe, …

Practical, efficient, and strangely thrilling, garden boots are the kind of equipment that makes any type of yard work extra fun. With a great pair on, no task seems too muddled or foreboding. Be it a patch of poison ivy or a thorny bush; you can always stomp on forward …

When you are scooping snow off your driveway, you want a shovel that’s as light as possible with the widest mouth possible. Don’t even try to shovel snow with a conventional shovel. Snow is heavy enough without adding the weight of the shovel. The design of most conventional spades is …

If you want to grill the old-fashioned way, complete with the intense smoky flavour in slow-roasted meats, a charcoal BBQ is the way to go. It is a bit fiddlier to set up and maintain than a gas BBQ but most grilling enthusiasts think it’s worth it. To get the …

A gas BBQ wins over a traditional charcoal grill in several areas. It is healthier for you and the environment, it is easier to control temperature and it is easier to use. Additionally, the flavour difference between a gas and charcoal BBQ is not as significant as most people presume. …

A sure-fire way to tell that your chainsaw blades are getting dull is if you take longer to cut through wood and you feel tired quicker. You may also notice that the chainsaw is throwing up fine dust rather than the usual coarse chips when you are cutting. Sharp blades …

Looking to add some Zen to your backyard, living room or office? A Japanese bamboo water feature is a great way to do that. These types of water features consist of bamboo or bamboo-like parts with water cascading down different sections. It not only looks good, the sound the water makes …

A chainsaw safety helmet provides protection against three main hazards. One, accidental impact to the head from falling branches,or chainsaw kickback. Two, noise from the chainsaw’s engine and three, flying chips and debris. To provide full protection, chainsaw safety helmets include earmuffs and a mesh face visor. In this buying …

Lower leg injuries when working with a chainsaw are some of the most common among tree surgeons, woodcutters and other chainsaw users. Many of these injuries are caused by lack of proper protective wear, including safety boots and trousers. A conventional pair of pants is useless against the fast-spinning chain …