ONTARIO, CA - OW Lee, a manufacturer of high-end outdoor furniture, fire pits, and accessories in Ontario, Calif, has launched a new website. The new website combines a stylish new design with a comprehensive listing of OW Lee’s vast product line. while providing a user-friendly format. 

The new website helps consumers, designers, and dealers with instant access to dimensions, product spec sheets, and high resolution images in the click of a mouse. The website also offers the interactive ‘Fire Pit Builder’ introduced by OW Lee last April, as well as specialized sections for ‘To The Trade’ and ‘Commercial Sales’…

EAST HANOVER, NJ - Lynn Borneman has Joined Foremost Groups Inc as the New Jersey-based company’s new senior designer and product manager, Outdoor Division.

Lynn will handle the designs and product development for Foremost Outdoor Mass & Private Label business, and will work in all areas of the Outdoor division. She will manage the sample production and development process for specific customer projects, as well as general Foremost product line development.

Lynn comes to Foremost Groups Inc with 10 years of experience in product design. She earned her BID from Ontario College of Art & Design, and has served…

WASHINGTON, DC - According to a June 15 press release from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), builder confidence in the market for newly built, single-family homes in June rose five points to a level of 59 on the NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI). This is the highest reading since September 2014.

“Builders are reporting more serious and committed buyers at their job sites and this is reflected in recent government data showing that new-home sales and single-family construction are gaining momentum,” said NAHB Chairman Tom Woods, a home builder from Blue Springs, Mo.

“The HMI indices…

CARROLLTON, TX - Initially introduced as something exclusively reserved for expensive custom-made homes, outdoor kitchens have evolved into an affordable luxury for consumers who want to expand the entertainment space in their homes.

Jim Ginocchi, president and founder of Coyote Outdoor Living, noticed an increase in the demand for outdoor kitchens during the recession as consumers began eating home more and looking for ways to add value to their home. Adding an outdoor kitchen allowed consumers to achieve both of these goals, and the growth of outdoor kitchens has continued to rise, as consumers continue to show a demand…

M&G DuraVent has announced the retirement of John Jacklich, who has been with the company for 56 years in many respected positions (including president). “M&G DuraVent has deep appreciation of John’s efforts and achievements,” a company statement reads. “He and his contributions will be missed.”

Jacklich joined DuraVent in the research/development department and developed its chimney line. In 1958, DuraVent expanded its product lines, adding 14- through 30-inch round commercial vent products; introducing 4- and 5-inch oval gas vents; and developing a triple-wall, factory-built chimney product line for oil-fired boilers, furnaces, metal rain gutters, and downspouts.

In 1962, Jacklich…

MIAMI, FL - Pelican Reef Wicker, along with its Panama Jack Outdoor brand are launching a new 2015-2016 catalog, which includes new items added to two existing popular collections, the Island Breeze and Key Biscayne. The new products are a preview of what Pelican Reef will feature in the companies’ next master catalog, set to debut at Chicago’s ICFA Premarket July 14-16 2015.

The Island Breeze collection now includes a larger 48-inch table base and new chair selections, such as a high back sling chair, multi position folding chair, and a cast and sling aluminum chair option. The Key Biscayne…

TEMECULA, CA - DecoBREEZE is keeping it cool outdoors with its weather-resistant, outdoor-rated, and adjustable 38-inch to 50-inch tall by 19-inch wide Ebony fan. Fans such as Ebony are perfect for outdoor living, and feature weighted bases and automotive outdoor-rated paint. 

Features for the model named “Ebony”
• Item #: DBF0624
• Size: adjustable height of 38-inches to 50 inches tall by 19 inches wide

Special qualities/materials:
• Curved metal accents in bold black finish complements a variety of outdoor living furnishing styles.
• 3 Speed, Oscillating, 55-Watt Motor, Outdoor Rated
• ETL…

DecoBREEZE is keeping it cool outdoors with weather-resistant, outdoor-rated 18-inch oscillating fans. Adjustable 38-inch to 50-inch models are perfect for outdoor living, and features weighted bases and automotive outdoor-rated paint. 

Features for the model named “Prestigious” include:
• item #: DBF1080; and
• size: adjustable height of 38 inches to 50 inches tall by 19 inches wide;

Special qualities/materials:
• deep copper tones create a rustic atmosphere with hand-wrought metal stylings on the base;
• 3 Speed, Oscillating, 55 Watt Motor-Outdoor Rated;
• ETL “Wet Listed” safety rating;
•…