Posts by Will Montgomery

The best smokeless fire pits for 2026 — from the Solo Stove Bonfire 2.0 to TIKI and Ranger — sized for small patios and big backyards.

No trees? Hang outdoor string lights by making your own anchors — poles in planters, railing mounts, or wall hooks — and running a taut guide wire. Step-by-step, with no-drill renter options.

If your patio heater lights then dies, it's almost always a dirty thermocouple. A step-by-step troubleshooting guide covering the thermocouple, tank, anti-tilt switch, air in the line, and wind.

The complete backyard lighting guide: the three layers (ambient, task, accent), fixture types, solar vs. wired, how many lumens, safety, and a step-by-step plan for lighting any yard.

The best wall-mounted patio heaters for 2026, led by the Dr. Infrared Heater DR-238. Five space-saving electric infrared picks compared, plus mounting height, weather rating, and circuit tips.

The complete guide to patio heaters: how they work, propane vs. electric vs. natural gas, how to size one, running costs, safety and clearances, and maintenance — with links to every deep-dive.