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Tips for Yard Clean Up and Maintenance

June 26, 2017

One of the downsides to the warm and sunny weather that summer brings is that the more time you spend in your back yard, the more you realize just how much of that time you need to start spending on cleaning and maintenance. At first the sunglasses and beer goggles might help shield your eyes from the problem areas, but eventually you’ll need to do something about it.

It’s a pain, and they’re not called chores for nothing, but it’ll be well worth it when you’re able to sit back and relax in a clean and well-maintained yard. You can feel satisfied knowing that you won’t need to do anymore yard work again for… at least a week or two.

Below are Deelat’s top tips for yard clean-up and maintenance:

Get the right tools for the job

It’s the same for all of us; you never realize that your gardening tools are rusty and basically useless until the point at which you try to actually use them for something. It’s a sign that you probably should be using them more often and also a sign that you need to buy something new and non-rusty. Whether it’s pruning shears that actually trim hedges and shrubs really well, or a new lawnmower, you need to make sure you’re not going to be wasting your time trying to do maintenance with substandard equipment.

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Apply some pressure

Sometimes, the hardest parts of the yard to get looking good again are the parts that garden trimmers and lawnmowers won’t help you with. It’s the paved areas that can look grimy and neglected, and a simple blast with a hose pipe won’t do much to shift that grime. What you need is a good pressure washer that will bring some power to your cleaning efforts and leave your yard looking fresh and new again. They are surprisingly affordable and definitely worth owning rather than renting.

Don’t forget the pool

If you’re lucky enough to own a pool, the summer is when you’ll be using it the most often, which means you will want to make sure it’s clean and ready to spend time in, especially if you’re planning to have a pool party. This is a job you could pay someone else to do, but why not save some money and do it correctly by purchasing your own pool vacuum and cleaner? You can even get a robotic one which will do the majority of work in those hard to reach places.

Get the finishing touches right

If you’re going to all the effort of cleaning and maintaining your back yard, why not go the extra mile to improve its appearance? It doesn’t even have to cost that much to add the finishing touches to a neat and tidy yard. Adding some decor and functionality like outdoor solar lights will bring some illumination and sparkle to your yard space with a minimum cost and effort required, not to mention ensuring that all of your hard work doesn’t get missed after the sun goes down.

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Tips for Hosting a Backyard BBQ

May 24, 2017

It’s that time of year again. The sun is shining, the weather is sweet and summer time is about to burst into its full glory. There’s one thing we can all agree on when it comes to summer and that’s firing up the BBQ for an outdoor gathering! Or several. Everybody loves a barbeque on a hot and sunny day; a chance to cook some great food, grab a beer, put on some tunes and relax and celebrate with your friends, family and neighbors.

BBQ’s are a fairly simple way of entertaining; as long as you’ve got the weather and some good food and drink, you don’t need much else to make people happy, but holding a truly great backyard BBQ is still an art that not everybody is a master of. In that spirit, here are some of the best tips we know of to make your BBQ a hot one:

Tidy Up The Yard First!

This isn’t necessarily the most fun part of the day, but your guests will be spending most of their time in your backyard, so they’ll definitely notice if it’s in a state of total chaos and disarray. If you’re not the type to spend hours maintaining your garden, you can still spend a few hours on the day itself making sure it looks good for your guests. You’ll need the right tools of course, and it will definitely be worth it.

Don’t Forget The Lights

Even on a hot and sunny day, the sun has to set at some point and if you don’t want that to be the end of your BBQ, you’ll need to make sure you have some good outdoor lights and/or solar lights.

Make Sure You Have The Essentials

While standing (for the adults) and running around (for the kids) are normal parts of any good BBQ, you still need to make sure you have enough chairs for everyone, so investing in some stackable chairs that you can keep in storage is a must. Another thing you might not think about but will definitely need, is some trays for carrying around all the sauces, cutlery, napkins, etc.

Get The Drinks Right

This doesn’t just mean getting in enough beers and soft drinks to go around. You also need to make sure that you’ve got some way of keeping them cool out in the sun, so ice buckets will be very popular. And for when the sun goes down, you can add some fun to the party with flashing drink glasses?

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Some Cooking Tips

And then, of course, you have the actual cooking part itself to take care of. It takes more than a novelty apron and chef’s hat to get this right, so here are some basics you need to know. You have to make sure you’ve got the best fuel for the job, depending on what kind of BBQ you have, and also know when the best time to start cooking is, which is usually just after the flames have died down, when the coals are at their hottest. It goes without saying that you need to keep an eye on the temperature to make sure everything is cooking properly, and that just leaves you with selecting the right food for you and your guests.

Deelat.com has a wide selection of outdoor and food service accessories to help you prepare for your next backyard BBQ. We’ve got you covered with great prices. Shop with us today and save!

Increase Security Around Your Home Using Solar Powered Lighting

March 2, 2017

One of the most important things about owning a home is making sure it’s secure. Your home is where your possessions are and where your family lives, so it’s only natural to want to make it feel safe. One of the best ways to achieve this is with outdoor lighting. This feature has the double benefit of putting off potential burglars while also increasing peace of mind about going outside after dark, especially for the elderly or vulnerable people.

An even better option is to use solar lighting to save yourself money on electricity bills by letting the sun power up your security lights. It’s eco-friendly, cost-effective AND it keeps your property safe and secure at night, so the only real question is what’s stopping you? When it comes to appearance, there are plenty of options, so let’s have a look at some of them.

The 1000 Lumen Solar PIR Security Motion Light is an ideal solution to your outdoor lighting needs, for example. It’s a classy looking light, constructed from strong and durable aluminium with a motion sensor to pick up anyone in your backyard (or wherever you need it). While offering 1000 lumens, this solar light offers plenty of brightness, including a dimmed option.

As an alternative, there’s the 1000 Lumens All-In One Solar Powered Garden & Street Light, which offers the same powerful lighting, but has the convenience of being an all-in-one solution that features solar panels that are connected to the lamp itself. Also offering 1000 lumens of light but with an extra option for controlling the unit is the Remote Control Solar PIR Security Light, which (as the name suggests) comes with a remote control which can be used from the safety of your own home.

These three models are all excellent solutions for adding extra security to your property without damaging the environment or increasing your monthly finances. However, there are other options if you’re looking for something a bit different from your solar security lights. The 100 Lumen Cup Design Solar Garden Light set for 6 lets you opt for more stylish lighting around your garden for night time illumination while keeping it more secure.

There are also other styles available if you’re looking for security lighting that fits a certain look on your property, including lights that have a popular European style, like the European-style Solar Garden Light which has 200 lumens in brightness and adds an authentic vintage street lamp feel to your home, while again being solar powered so it won’t be harmful to the earth.

Any of these high quality Deelat lights will help add to both the look and feel of your garden, while also providing the peace of mind that any home-owner needs.

Visit Deelat.com for the quick and easy purchase of solar security lighting. We offer a wide selection of various types to choose from at low, affordable prices. Shop with us today and save!

Backyard Maintenance Tips

September 14, 2016

The kids are back in school and summer will soon be over. The end of summer means cooler weather which can wreak havoc on your backyard. If you want to keep your yard beautiful for the next spring season, there are a few steps you can take to make that happen.

1.) Clean up all leaves before the first snowfall. If you have a mulch mower, you can also turn them into clippings for fertilization. Leaving tree leaves on the ground in your backyard can suffocate the grass resulting in bare spots.

2.) Pull up your annuals and use pruning shears to cut back older or decaying branches from your perennials in preparation of the winter season. You should also mulch the soil around the plants with either hay, straw or peat moss to protect them from ice and freezing. Continue to water these plants when there is a lack of rain or snowfall.

3.) Kill weeds like dandelions and clovers in the yard with a herbicide.

4.) Aerate the lawn and if rain is lacking, water it as needed. Be sure however not to over water.

5.) Apply a dry fertilizer to your lawn and lay grass seed to fill in sparse areas or dead patches in the yard.

6.) Once the cold weather hits, wrap tree trunks and your shrubs to protect them from the bright and potentially dangerous winter sun. It should remain there until early spring.

Before the end of the season, give your grass a final cut with your mower on a slightly lower setting than normal. This length of grass will do well under the snow.

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Backyard Spring Clean-Up Tips

April 12, 2016

Spring is here! It’s time to get your backyard ready for some outdoor fun. Although it may seem like a daunting task, it is necessary, and at the end you will be rewarded with an outdoor space you and your family can enjoy. The following tips will make the process much easier.

Gather Supplies

Get your supplies together before beginning to clean. Who wants to have to stop and make a run to the store for garbage bags or other tools? For your spring clean-up, you will need the following:

Rake
Clippers
Brooms
Trimmer
Leaf Bags
Trash Bags
Heavy-Duty Gloves
Wheelbarrel
Saw
Shovels
Water Hose
Pressure Washer

Steps for Clean-Up

Begin by removing debris from the yard. This includes large sticks, twigs and any rubbish.
Next, you’ll want to pick up any leaves that may have been left over from the fall.
Clean lawn furniture that may have been left outside. Wash down with soapy water and then rinse with the water hose.
Clear away backyard paths or walkways with a pressure washer.
Trim overgrown bushes and hedges. Remove flowers that may have wilted during the winter.
Do a little landscaping. Plant flowers and beautify your lawn with accent lighting, planters or a water fountain to create a peaceful backyard retreat.

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