Author: Caitlin Evans

Cait is an Indiana-based creative content writer who's been with POLYWOOD® since 2020 (although her goal is to be Moira Rose “when she grows up”). She’s a Purdue alumna, a proud logophile (word nerd), and she’s an advocate of the Oxford comma. In her free time, Cait loves to garden, cook, and spend time with her husband and four fur children.
Home Improvement, Outdoor Living, Spring

How to Spring Clean The Exterior of Your House

Spring Cleaning Series: Part 2 of 3 Your home is a reflection of you, so it should be presentable from every angle, whether you’re prepping to sell or getting ready for future get-togethers.  We’ve created an outdoor spring cleaning checklist focused on refreshing your home’s outdoor surfaces and fixtures. From the windows to the walls, our tips and techniques will help you clean the exterior … Continue reading How to Spring Clean The Exterior of Your House

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Outdoor Style Guides

Choosing the Best Outdoor Color Schemes For Your Patio

A well-balanced patio color scheme sets the intention of alfresco spaces, adding energy, imbuing inviting warmth, or creating a sense of calm. From outdoor furniture and decor to accent walls and stonework, the palette you choose should reflect your style and elevate your home’s architectural details.  Keep reading to learn how to pick the best shades for your patio, discover new ways to incorporate them, … Continue reading Choosing the Best Outdoor Color Schemes For Your Patio

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Buying Guides

2022 Best-Selling POLYWOOD Furniture by Category

POLYWOOD is dedicated to crafting high-quality outdoor furniture. We use all feedback from our customers—their thoughts, ideas, and experiences—to refine our products and services and continue bringing them the best of the best.  From Adirondacks to accessories, the list below includes our best-sellers in their top color from every furniture category. The people have spoken, and these are the styles they love most.  Adirondack Chair … Continue reading 2022 Best-Selling POLYWOOD Furniture by Category

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Outdoor Style Guides

23 Outdoor Wedding Table Decor Ideas

More couples are saying “I do” outdoors these days, which opens up new and exciting decor possibilities. Whether you’re getting married at a picturesque venue or hosting an intimate backyard wedding, incorporating signage, floral arrangements, lighting, and tablescapes that reflect your style will make the big day extra special. If you’re wondering where to start, we suggest planning decor for the wedding reception tables first. … Continue reading 23 Outdoor Wedding Table Decor Ideas

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Family Fun, Outdoor Style Guides, Vacation Rentals

Top-Rated Airbnb Vacation Rentals Featuring POLYWOOD

Any successful Airbnb host will tell you that it takes more than a great location to create unforgettable experiences for their guests. The details make the difference, from luxurious bed linens to well-stocked kitchen cupboards. But maybe most importantly, visitors want comfortable furniture that invites them to relax after a long day of travel or adventure.  For this reason, many vacation rental owners turn to … Continue reading Top-Rated Airbnb Vacation Rentals Featuring POLYWOOD

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Outdoor Living

18 Outdoor Living Trends That Are Taking Over in 2023

The POLYWOOD team—and a couple of notable influencers you know and love—predicts that these 18 patio living trends will be all the rage in 2023. Keep reading to see up-and-coming designs, ideas, tech, decor, and more. Exterior Color and Material Trends Suffuse your spaces with these fresh patio design trends. 1. Bold Jewel Tones One of the outdoor furniture color trends we’re most excited about … Continue reading 18 Outdoor Living Trends That Are Taking Over in 2023

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Outdoor Style Guides, Vacation Rentals

Featured Vacation Destination: Lakemore Retreat and Resort

From the exceptional ski slopes to your dream beach wedding, there’s always a reason to travel to Michigan. But to ensure an unforgettable family vacation from beginning to end, you’ll need much more than a block of hotel rooms. That’s where Lakemore Retreat and Resort comes in. Located on the shores of Arbutus Lake and just 10 miles from downtown Traverse City, Lakemore offers two … Continue reading Featured Vacation Destination: Lakemore Retreat and Resort

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Outdoor Style Guides

What is Chippendale Furniture?

Chippendale furniture emerged in 18th-century Europe. The style is a blend of Rococo, Chinese, and Gothic design elements. Intricate back splats, cabriole legs, and ball-and-claw feet are some of the telltale features of this artisanal furniture. Designers still hold the Chippendale style in high regard. They keep the aesthetic alive by incorporating its distinct elements into up-and-coming furniture trends, seamlessly connecting the past to the … Continue reading What is Chippendale Furniture?

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Home Improvement, Outdoor Living

How to Get Rid of Squirrels in 10 Different Ways

If you go to great lengths to keep your yard, flower beds, and outdoor furniture in good shape, you know how irritating it can be when squirrels make a mess of things. Sure, they’re cute, but squirrels certainly don’t practice social niceties or pay mind to our personal property. So is it possible to co-exist with these adorable anarchists while still keeping them out of … Continue reading How to Get Rid of Squirrels in 10 Different Ways

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Outdoor Style Guides, Vacation Rentals

Featured Vacation Destination: Snow Bear Chalets

Like something out of a fairy tale, Snow Bear Chalets is an anything-but-ordinary vacation locale nestled in the snow-dusted treetops of Montana. Here’s why you should plan a getaway (and see some familiar furniture) at this family-loved and couple-approved dream destination. World-Renowned Chalets with Choice Amenities  Snow Bear Chalets is a group of luxury vacation treehouses and penthouse chalets located on Whitefish Mountain in northwest … Continue reading Featured Vacation Destination: Snow Bear Chalets

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Crafts & DIY, Outdoor Living

How to Hang a Porch Swing: Your Step-by-Step Guide

Thinking about buying an outdoor swing for your porch or beneath your deck? What a dreamy idea. A front porch swing enhances your home’s aesthetic and gives family a place to slow down, sit back, and sway the day away. If you’ve never hung a porch swing before, you should know that it will require a little more time and work to install than other … Continue reading How to Hang a Porch Swing: Your Step-by-Step Guide

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Entertaining, Outdoor Living

Your Guide to Throwing the Best Backyard New Year’s Eve Party

You don’t have to go far to have a great New Year’s Eve party. In fact, you can easily host the holiday season’s final hurrah from the comfort of your patio, surrounded by family and friends.  Throwing a New Year’s Eve party might seem daunting since multiple powerhouse holidays come before it in quick succession. But it doesn’t have to be. With a bit of … Continue reading Your Guide to Throwing the Best Backyard New Year’s Eve Party

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Outdoor Style Guides

18 Gorgeous Grey Exterior Color Schemes + Ideas

You can’t go wrong with grey when choosing a new color for your home’s exterior. Grey is the utility player of the paint spectrum—it plays well with other colors, excelling both as a supporting accent shade or starring as the primary hue. From modern grey house exterior color schemes to eclectic combinations and understated palettes, let this list of grey paint ideas inspire your next … Continue reading 18 Gorgeous Grey Exterior Color Schemes + Ideas

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Family Fun, Outdoor Living

The Benefits of Being Outside at Every Age

In this article: The Effects Of Stress  | How Being Outside Helps | How Much Time You Should Spend Outside  | Outdoor Safety  | How To Take Advantage Of Your Outdoor Space  | How to Use Your Outdoor Space Every Season The increased economic, social, and public health struggles in recent years have caused extra anxiety. In fact, 87% of adults say the cost of living is a top stressor, followed … Continue reading The Benefits of Being Outside at Every Age

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Coastal Homes, Home Improvement, Outdoor Living

How to Clean Beach Chairs

Whether you live on the beach or just love to visit it, you probably have outdoor furniture dedicated to shoreside relaxation. These loungers are used frequently in extreme outdoor elements, so to keep them in great shape for the long haul, regular maintenance is a good habit to start. The combination of oceanside climates and continuous usage can be tough on chairs, so you should … Continue reading How to Clean Beach Chairs

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