Welcome to Outdoor Galore - the one and only publication created

and designed by local Northern California outdoor living enthusiasts

and small business owners! This quarterly magazine is designed to

highlight local Sacramento businesses who sell products or services

specializing in outdoor living. Each issue will focus on the current

season and different events taking place in our local communities.

If you are as obsessed with outdoor living as we are, you already

know how fortunate we are to live in a region that provides unlimited

opportunities to turn our backyards into extensions of our homes.

Outdoor Galore introduces you to local professionals who can help

make your outdoor living dreams a reality. Also, you can explore the

latest trends and tips from our outdoor professionals.

We embrace true outdoor enthusiasts who love what they do and

are passionate about sharing their talents with others. If you are

interested in participating in the magazine or know someone who

might be, email us at outdoorgaloreinfo@gmail.com!

Erika and Becky

Becky Horan

Editor/Writer

Also owner of

Outdoor Space Designs

Erika Pierce

Publisher/ Design

Also Owner of

Pacific Shade Sails

Michelle Bradley

Editor/Writer

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Rebecca Pierce

Social Media Assistant

Let’s Talk Shade

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Furniture that Functions

Fog Versus Mist

Climate Control

Year Round Outdoor Living

Addicted to Al Fresco

DIY Corner

Outdoor Kitchens

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There are many ways to add shade to your outdoor space. You could go traditional, what

everybody else has...or you could try something new and unusual. Here at Pacific Shade Sails

we like to create shade using new and innovative shade solutions. When we started this

company we only offered one choice, shade sails. Now after 9 years in the business, we have

several shade options, all unique and cool in their own way.

Today we are spending a lot of time creating great shade with a product called SkySpan

umbrellas. These are not your typical umbrellas...oh no...these are beautiful structures that

look and feel like an umbrella. Originated in Australia and now licensed to be made in Georgia,

SkySpan umbrellas are made out of steel, aluminum and the canopies are a pvc membrane.

They are rated at 75mph when open and 95mph when closed. With this is a product, you can

add lighting, cooling, heating and logos to the canopy.

We have installed these at both residential and commercial locations. They are gaining in

popularity as the world gets to know them better. There are many colors to choose for the

frame and canopies.

Ready to get to know SkySpan? Contact us today...

Pictured below are residences in: Elk Grove, Lincoln, Loomis

A small list of happy SkySpan customers

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gone As the ever-present drought continues to loom over most of California,

many residents are making the decision to do away with their water-

hogging lawns. But what are the alternatives?

Sophie Sears from Cal Wild Landscape Design collaborates closely with

Ben Huffines at Environmental Landscape to provide solutions for

customers looking for water-saving landscapes.

Tearing out your lawn can give you a blank slate, repurposing

how you use your outdoor areas. Your yard doesn't have to be

all plants . Rocks and other hardscapes provide dimension to

your yard and offer low maintenance.

For front yards, consider how you want to use your space. You may want to consider adding a pathway for better access to your home

or even a seating area for relaxing out front while you watch the kids play or visit with neighbors.

Water saving alternatives to

traditional turf lawns

Lawn-b

The latest outdoor trends straight from

the source

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Cal Wild Landscape Design focuses on CA native and

drought tolerant plants. Their simple, low mainte-

nance designs use a variety of natural materials,

rocks and stone walls. Environmental Landscape pro-

vides the construction and installation of the designs.

Ben and Sophie work together with their clients

throughout the project ensuring everyone is on the

same page collaborating each step of the way on the

best possible solution for their clients.

Sophie Sears—Cal Wild Landscape Design

calwildlandscapes.com 530-219-5205

Ben Huffines—Environmental Landscape

environmentallandscape.org 916-624-8000

It’s ok to keep some lawn. A low or no-mow California native sod provides

a great alternative to those not willing to ditch their green lawns. This

native sod can be left to grow on its own or mowed like a traditional turf

lawn. Once established, it only needs to be watered a couple times a

week to keep its deep, green color. Native sod does well in partial shade or

full sun and recovers well from occasional wear. Its medium leaf texture

provides a deep glossy color that is also tolerant to cold temperatures.

The Delta Blue Grass

Company out of

Stockton, CA grows

the sod locally and

distributes the

product throughout

California.

Sophie’s Drought Tolerant Plant List

Cover ground with low growing, spreading shrubs:

Creeping Manzanitas, Rosemary and Ceanothus,

Blue Pacific Juniper and Dwarf coyote brush.

Attract wildlife with Salvias, CA

Fuchsia, Yarrow, Penstemon, Mim-

ulus and Buckwheat.

Create a lawn-ish meadow with

Blue Grama Grass, CA Field Sedge or ground co-

vers like Dymondia, Wild Strawberries or even

Succulents… and toss in some

wildflower seeds!

Throw some structure into the

picture with Phormiums, Agaves or

bunch grasses like Deer Grass, Pink

Muhly Grass or Feather Reed

Grass.

Add some foundation shrubs and

trees like larger Manzanitas and

Ceanothus, Red Bud, Strawberry

Tree, Bottle Brush, Grevillea, Pacific Wax Myrtle or

Leucodendron.

Photo provided by Delta Bluegrass Co Photo provided by Delta Bluegrass Co

Penstemon

Mimulus

CA Fuchsia

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Furniture

A well designed outdoor space is both beautiful and functional.

When planning your outdoor areas consider how you will use

your space. Choose accent pieces that can double as storage for

frequently used items. Having these items conveniently stored

outside limits hauling everything back and forth.

An outdoor storage cabinet assists to discretely

stow away pool towels, sunscreen, hats and other

pool items. This coffee table wins an award for

extreme multi-purpose use! It can be used as a

coffee table, extra seating and storage. Garden

stools can also serve different functions. Use them

as end tables, a coffee table or extra seating.

FUNCTIONS

After— Pool side seating with neatly tucked

away pool towels and swim toys

Before—This pool side area functioned

more as a storage area for stacked chairs

Becky Horan - Outdoor Space Designs

Montego Bay Cabinet and

Storage Chest by Home Styles

Lowes.com

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Get your grill’in on. Stainless

steel and nonstick, these griddles

cook veggies and everything else

to perfection.

williams-sonoma.com $37

$37

Never break another glass outside!

Glass or plastic - you can’t tell

with this acrylic glass set. Use

them inside and outside.

crateandbarrel.com $5- $6

Galvanized pails can chill your

drinks, works as vase for a fresh

cut bouquet or holds napkin rolled

silverware for a party. The

options are endless!

worldmarket.com $5—$7

Outdoor Bar & Storage

Hampstead Teak Ultimate Bar

potterybarn.com $2,249

OUTDOOR INSPIRED

Top Multi-Functional Picks

Uniflame Square Slate Tile

Table & Gas Fire Pit

homedepot.com $450

Outdoor Wicker Storage

Ottoman

hayneedle.com $321

Becky Horan -Outdoor Space Designs

www.outdoorspacedesigns.com

916.879.2642

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Image source: Hayneedle.com

Image source: potterybarn.com

Image source: homedepot.com

Image source: worldmarket.com Image source: crateandbarrel.com Image source: williams-sonoma.com

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California Mistscaping was founded by Patrick and Erika Pierce of Pacific Shade Sails. Over the years, we have perfected our skill to design and create a cool environment for any outdoor space, residential or commercial. We believe that with quality products and exceptional customer service you will be pleased with the final results.

If you are tired of roasting in the hot summer heat year after year, then now is the time to install a Mistscaping system. We can reduce your outdoor temperature by up to 30 degrees. That is no joke. The added bonus is that your plants and pets really appreciate it too.

We only offer the very best in equipment and it’s made right here in America. When you get a professionally installed Mistscaping System from us, you will be rest assured that you are getting the very best.

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Take control of the elements in your own backyard

We have all been there.

After spending days or even

weeks planning a backyard event

or occasion, the weather refuses

to cooperate and we resort to

moving the party inside. Patio

Perfections in Roseville, CA has

the perfect solution, by giving you

control over the elements. It’s

called The Apollo Opening Roof

System. It’s an exciting option

which Patio Perfections has truly

perfected having Installed

hundreds of Apollo Opening Roof

Systems. It features an adjustable

roof system allowing you to open

and close your patio cover, giving

you complete control over the

elements.

While many homeowners are

unaware this option even exists,

Patio Perfections has been

installing these innovative patio

covers for over 4 years now and

have quickly become the experts.

At the click of a button you are

able to customize the amount of

shade or light you desire, giving

you full control to brighten or

darken both outdoor and interior

spaces. The Apollo even comes

equipped with a rain sensor which

will close the cover automatically

if you forget to check the weather.

The Apollo is made with high

quality, extruded aluminum

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The flexibility and design of these covers make them

ideal for outdoor living and dining spaces.

Patio Perfections provides in-house design services

with one of their professional designers to ensure you

receive the perfect solution to fit your needs.

If you are ready to take control of the climate in your

own backyard, visit patioperfections.com for more

information on the Apollo Opening Roof System and

many other customized patio cover options.

The Apollo Opening Roof is a unique system that

provides protection from the rain, while allowing

the flexibility of variable shading and light.

APOLLO OPENING ROOF SYSTEM FEATURES

Beautiful appearance with customized

architectural finishes and colors

Slightly opening the roof system allows

trapped heat to escape and can cool your

covered area by as much as 15 degrees

Control the amount of light coming into your

indoor space

Equipped with rain sensors which

automatically close the roof when it rains

Touch-button functionality makes it easy to

operate

Patio Perfections has installed thousands of custom patio covers for homeowners and contractors.

With a wide variety of patio cover designs and styles to choose from, Patio Perfections is sure to

have the perfect patio cover to fit your needs. There is no project too small or too large.

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Year Round

OUTDOOR LIVING

Darrell & Ann Webster wanted

a place to entertain family and

friends. With 8 children of their

own and 34 grandchildren they

needed a space to be large

enough to accommodate big

groups and also be kid-friendly.

Their son-in-law ,Casey Cox, led

the vision and teamed up with

some of his past colleagues from

when he participated in several

backyard renovation TV shows.

The result, an entertainer’s

dream backyard. The Webster’s

new outdoor space boasts

several areas for entertaining

and hosting parties. Having the

ability to use the space all year

round was also on their wish list.

The space needed to be cooled

or heated to keep temps

comfortable year round. The BBQ island features a gas fire pit perfect for

evening dinners. The tile fireplace creates a stately, focal point at the edge of

the patio. Just a few steps down the from

the patio, a huge playground structure sits

beside a large pool equipped with a grotto

and slide providing hours of entertainment

for the kids. Don’t forget about the s'mores.

A wood burning fire

pit down the hill

accommodates plenty

of seating for evening

fun by the fire.

Fireplace Tile: Eric Johnson Tile, (916) 257-4389

Shade Structure, Heaters, & Misting: Pacific Shade Sails

Erika Pierce (916) 467-9371

Sunroom:

Petkus Brothers Kevin Petkus, (916) 238-8751

Yard:

Redwood Fence by Sacramento Builders, Inc. Steve

Martynse, (916) 870-0473

Landscape Design: Leah Bray

Landscape Installation and Maintenance: Salome Campa

(530) 559-9235

Lighting: The Lighting Geek Tommy Herren, (888) 743-2540

Decorating and Accessories: Outdoor Space Designs

Becky Horan

Contributors

Hardscape Design and Supervisor: Casey Cox

Pool:

Aquatique Pools, Randy Floyd (916) 797-1200

Eric Johnson Tile, (916) 257-4389

Cramer Concrete, decking & walkways Glen Cramer, Owner

Irish Iron Fencing (916) 871-2561,

Patio:

Cramer Concrete, decking and stucco

Julien McAdams, BBQ island design, fireplace and construction

(530) 391-6574

Granite counters: DMD Granite, Newcastle, CA Dylean Dumitru,

owner and fabricator

Pacific Shade Sails installed

this impressive shade struc-

ture and misting fan keeping

the area cool on hot days.

Infratech heaters surround

the shade structure to

provide additional heat in

chilly temperatures.

The space is

meant to

accommodate

large groups with

plenty of comfort-

able seating.

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Welcome to a new series of articles

about great outdoor dining

experiences! For this first article, I

thought, what better place to write

about than my own back yard? After

all, I spend most of my free time

enjoying it with friends and family.

Last summer, I decided to give my

outdoor space a makeover and

provide that great al fresco

experience. Ahhhh, my own

personal paradise where I could

entertain and enjoy my favorite

foods al fresco. Nature provided a

beautiful template to start with; I

just wanted to make it my own retreat from the stresses of life. I set out to create a resort-like look and

feel by incorporating bright orange, aqua, crisp white and Mediterranean blue colors.

The lounge area is a special space to

enjoy a snack, beverage and some

great conversation. It’s set apart by a

vibrant orange and white chevron

rug, a neutral love seat, two club

chairs and a table.

To add even more color, I repurposed some old plant pots by spray painting them hues of blue and

orange.

Addicted to Al Fresco A series of articles about al fresco dining

Written by Michelle Bradley

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Coordinating pillows add pops

of color; a cute seahorse pillow

adds a touch of whimsy and

keeps with the beach-like

theme.

Fun metal benches and garden stools

double as seating and side tables. The

portability is fantastic!

At night, lighting brings the space to life. Large aqua blue

lanterns provide a beautiful glow that is also romantic and

practical. I use LED candles to avoid any mishaps with children

and pets. Desserts and a post-meal drinks are best enjoyed in

this space.

I hope you enjoyed this first article about outdoor dining!

Look for me at your favorite local restaurant. If you have any

suggestions on places to go, email me at

outdoorgaloreinfo@gmail.com. Until next time, get outside

and enjoy some good food, family and friends! Michelle

The dining area is a large rectangular table with sling chairs and an

umbrella, perfect for serving BBQ meals. I repurposed my worn dining

set by buying a bright printed tablecloth with coordinating colors and

put new fabric on the sling chairs.

Grilling chicken, beef, pork or even salmon with corn on the cob

or mixed veggies as side dishes make quick and easy dinners. I like

to grill some extra food on Sunday and serve throughout the

week for lunches and dinners—it makes weeknights a lot less

stressful.

Overhead, strings of festive

white, sea blue and green

bulbs provide a perpetual

party atmosphere.

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See our Latest Do-It-Yourself Projects

Shade screens are something most people don’t think about until

the sun goes down and they are left to fry in the heat. I wanted to

show people how they could easily make a shade screen to provide

more shade on their patios. This photo was taken at 4:30 in the

afternoon. The screen not only provided shade, but it cooled down

that space tremendously.

I made this screen out of 1-1/2” PVC Pipe and fittings. I then painted it

with all purpose paint, then added shade material. You can use all

types of fabric for this project, it can even be curtains as long as you

use 100% Polyester. Shade cloth would be the best option.

Erika Pierce from Pacific Shade Sails

I found these Adirondack love seat and chairs on a local Facebook

buying/selling page. The seller was asking for offers. I offered $50

and we settled on $60 plus delivery to my house!

Here is what I did to them…. 1. One of the boards was missing on a chair, so I cut an old

fence board I had to size and screwed it in.

2. Using 80 grit sandpaper, I gave it a good sanding with an

electric sander.

3. Next, I blew off the dust with an air compressor and

then wiped them down with soap and water.

4. Using Minwax dark walnut stain and a rag, I stained

all three pieces.

5. Lastly, I sprayed a thin coat of polyurethane to

seal it. Julie Iredell from Jules Jewels Repurposed Goods & DIY Ideas

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Backyard on a Budget!

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The average patio cover can provide more pain than pleasure. With a typical low-pitched patio roof you can count on

having unwelcome leaks, debris accumulation, and eventual rot problems. Most covers trap summer heat and barbecue

fumes. Sight lines are reduced when sitting on the patio. Natural light is blocked from reaching inside the house. All of this

trouble is a high price to pay for some weather protection.

But not anymore! We are proud to introduce the SkyLift Roof Riser Hardware.

SkyLift roof riser hardware solves all major problems associated with typical low-slung patio cover designs by RAISING

THE ROOF to float over an existing house roof. Now you can build a patio cover you will actually enjoy using!

No more low-slope problems

Expanded view and natural light

Better air circulation

Excellent weather protection

Increased natural light and airflow

Higher roof pitch reduces leaks and debris accumulation

Gutter systems undisturbed, easy to maintain

Patio cover pitch can match slope of existing house roof

Uses standard roof jack flashing for water tight roof installation

Engineered bracket hardware provides structural integrity

A recent project in Sacramento using

the Skylift Hardware

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Turning Your Vision into Reality

We have developed a very strong, durable, low cost outdoor

kitchen which is designed to blend in perfectly with each

customer’s surroundings. Our kitchen designs will provide you

with the feeling of being at a vacation resort, and best of all, it's in

your own backyard! Create a new environment and a fabulous

center of entertainment for long lasting enjoyment with family

and friends.

Call or email us to get a free quote on your Creative Outdoor Kitchen...

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We offer a free in-home consultation. During this first meeting we discuss your ideas, plans and budget for your

project. From the initial consultation through to the time you first fire up the grill, communication is key to ensure

you are fully informed and updated on the status of your job. You will be involved in a realistic 3D design process

that allows you to view the proposed design from all angles. This means you are fully aware of what to expect and

can make any of those small changes that will ultimately make the big difference to the finished kitchen.

Creative Outdoor Kitchens not only wants to build your dream outdoor living space, but we would be also honored

to have the opportunity to create a place where you will spend many years, while growing your families and

creating unforgettable memories.

We look forward to hearing from you and helping you create the outdoor space you deserve.

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