Stay Comfy and Cool
Beat the heat and outsmart summertime pests with these smart solutions from our outdoor specialists.
Make Some Shade
Freestanding gazebos provide ample protection from the sun (and light rain). Some even incorporate counters, light fixtures, power outlets and more for true outdoor living space.
LAB PICK: The Rockport XL Steel Grill Gazebo ($2,000, backyard discovery.com) is one of the best structures we've tested. The chic, industrial galvanized steel roof fends off rust and sun.
Control the Temps
We're testing more and more misting fans, which add a fine mist to an outdoor fan's cool breeze. Battery-powered versions draw water from a bucket so you can keep cool at the beach or a campsite.
LAB PICK: Testers liked the Craftsman V20 Cordless Misting Fan Kit ($99, craftsman.com) for its compact design. Three fan and misting settings make it easy to calibrate the cooling.
Conquer Critters
The scent of conventional bug sprays and candles isn't ideal for outdoor dining. Enter the Thermacell E55 Rechargeable Mosquito Repeller ($30, thermacell .com), which odorlessly creates a 20-foot skeeterfree zone using EPAreviewed metofluthrin.
LAB PICK: Thermacell's heat-activated tabletop device is simple to use: Power it up 15 minutes in advance, and it will create a protective dome.
The Basics of Swim Safety
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Keeping Pets COOL
All our furry friends, from dogs and cats to rabbits, are in danger of overheating in high temperatures. Here's how to help.
The SUMMER CAMP CONUNDRUM
School may be out, but for parents, trying to nab coveted slots to cover the hours, days and weeks is no picnic.
EASY WEEKNIGHTS
Make a fresh and delicious dinner in less time than you'd need to order takeout.
It's BARBECUE SEASON
Give your cookout menu a refresh with fun mains, flavorful sides and sweet bites. Let's celebrate summer!
YOUR ULTIMATE Summer Survival Guide
Now's the time to savor the sun, the fun, the ice cream! The experts in the Good Housekeeping Institute share simple strategies for making the most of the season-safely.
TICK, TICK..BOOM!
These tiny menaces can cause more than Lyme disease. Here's what you need to know about a new spate of tick-borne illnesses.
SIZZLING BEACH READS
What better way to relax than with a great book, a cold drink and a reclining lounge chair? From Nigeria to Nebraska, Mesopotamia to Mississippi, travel the world without leaving your backyard with the literary itinerary below.
WHEN LIFE THREW US CURVEBALLS, DAD AND I HAD BASEBALL
After the loss of my mother and my brother in the same year, watching Little League brought my dad and me closer-and helped us heal.
the new SMALL TOWN
The latest real estate trend: quaint communities with all the amenities, designed to support your physical, mental and emotional well-being- and help you get to know your neighbors.
live outdoors BREEZY SPACES
Enjoy long days and warm nights with your own outdoor oasis. Take inspiration from these refreshed spaces and other decor ideas.
