Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 Page 9 Page 10 Page 11 Page 12 Page 13 Page 14 Page 15 Page 16 Page 17 Page 18 Page 19 Page 20 Page 21 Page 22 Page 23 Page 24 Page 25 Page 26 Page 27 Page 28 Page 29 Page 30 Page 31 Page 32 Page 33 Page 34 Page 35 Page 36 Page 37 Page 38 Page 39 Page 40 Page 41 Page 42 Page 43 Page 44 Page 45 Page 46 Page 47 Page 48 Page 49 Page 50 Page 51 Page 52 Page 53 Page 54 Page 55 Page 56 Page 57 Page 58 Page 59 Page 60 Page 61 Page 62 Page 63 Page 64 Page 65 Page 66 Page 67 Page 68 Page 69 Page 70 Page 71 Page 72 Page 73 Page 74 Page 75 Page 76 Page 77 Page 78 Page 79 Page 80 Page 81 Page 82 Page 83 Page 84GoodLifeFamilyMag.com MARCH | APRIL 2017 21 HOME & GARDEN:THE GREAT OUTDOORS When one thinks of flooring, the outdoors doesn’t typically come to mind, but talk to Steven Pidgeon, CEO of Dallas-based Star Floors, Inc., and you’ll think otherwise. Pidgeonsaysthatoutdoorsurfacesarejustasrelevantasindoorflooring,andthere are innovative materials trending this spring that can add convenience and safety. “Outdoor synthetic turf for residential landscapes is very hot right now,” asserts Pidgeon.“It’s low maintenance since it’s durable and never needs mowing, watering, orfertilizing.”Hesaysthatthenon-waterconsumptionfeatureisparticularlypertinent for hot, dry climates like Texas where watering may be limited. Pidgeon adds that products from companies like Southwest Greens and Shaw offer a combination of a lawn and a putting green, that look, perform, and feel like “real” grass and is soft enoughforkidstoplayon.Inaddition,itlooksgreenyeararoundandwon’tfadefrom sun exposure. (www.southwestgreens.com) (www.shawsportsturf.com) For a truly unique look, synthetic turf comes in a wide variety of colors, such as white, green, red, and yellow. AccordingtoPidgeon,anothersignificanttrendinoutdoorflooringsurfacesisnon- slip porcelain tiles. Often used in senior living centers, country clubs, and on cruise ships, the tiles’texture delivers extra traction to help prevent slip-and-fall situations. “It’s being placed in all wet areas such as outdoor showers, around pool decks and in splash pads,”he says. The non-slip porcelain tiles also provide comfort, durability, and a wide choice of designs. The company Life Floor supplies Star Floors with this product, which is slip-resistant without being abrasive, and its built-in cushioning make it soft enough for bare feet (www.lifefloor.com).“Star Floors is the US Preferred ContractorforLifeFloor,”explainsPidgeon.“We’retheofficialpartnerforinstallingLife Floor in residential and commercial settings.” Visit Star Floors at www.starfloors.com for more information. Outdoor Surfaces “Outdoor synthetic turf for residential landscapes is very hot right now. It’s low maintenance since it’s durable and never needs mowing, watering, or fertilizing.” - Steven Pidgeon, CEO of Dallas-based Star Floors, Inc. Outdoor Living Looking for a place to enjoy the great outdoors? Look no further than your own back yard! Outdoor living spaces bring the relaxation and festivity of a vacation right into your own backyard with high-tech electronics and appliances, built-ins and upscale furnishings. Pat Wilson, manager at Ed Kellum & Son in Dallas, says,“Our sales of pizza ovens have skyrocketed!” Wilson understands why people want a complete outdoor kitchen. “You get all the benefits of your indoor kitchen with the enjoyment of being outdoors,” she says. A built-in grill is a must, and Ed Kellum & Son has a huge array of sizes from all the finest brands. But there’s so much more than grills.“Outdoor retreats are getting more elaborate,”notesWilson.“Many include under-the-counter refrigerators, ice sinks, wine coolers, pizza oven prep stations and beer taps.” The enhancements don’t stop there. ChrisVaughan, a manager with award-winning audio video retailer Starpower, says they offer TVs designed to be used outdoors. “Outdoor TVs are completely encased and weatherproof; if they get dirty, they can be hosed off,”notes Vaughan. “The picture is great, even in direct sunlight.”At Starpower, he says, customers typically request the larger sizes from 55-inch and above for their outdoor oasis. The latest audio systems are designed so sound can envelope the entire yard. Unobtrusive speakers look like landscape lights and buried subwoofers create rich bassandafull,well-roundedstereosound.Evenbetter,thesystemscanbecontrolledby your smart phone. Visit Ed Kellum & Son at www.edkellum.com for more information. Visit Starpower at www.star-power.com for more information. “Outdoor retreats are getting more elaborate. Many include under-the-counter refrigerators, ice sinks, wine coolers, pizza oven prep stations and beer taps.” - Pat Wilson, Manager, Ed Kellum & Son Color is on Benjamin Moore's 2017 Color Pallette, "Guacamole"