Father's Day Gift Giving Guide

Need some ideas for the dad in your life?  Here are a few that we think your dad will love!

Bayou Classic 10-Gallon Stainless Steel Brew Kettle Set: $219

 

The most popular and trusted Brand has now brought their “A” game into the Home Brewing Market! Bayou Classic introduces the Brand New Bayou Classic 10-Gallon Stainless Brew Kettle Set! This set is the best new Home Brew Kit introduced to the market in a long time! It includes a Tri-Ply Bottom for even heating to prevent sugars from sticking and scorching. A narrow diameter and high side-walled kettle that reduces chances of liquids boiling over. All Stainless construction for no interaction with acid wort. The kit also includes a false bottom that rest on the Low Side indentation for grains and particles to enter the spigot chamber.

Bayou Classic Outdoor Stove: $53.95



This Bayou Classic Outdoor Stove is fantastic for Outdoor Parties, BBQ's, Brewing Beer and Camping.

Stihl Power Tools

Get Dad the ultimate gift for Father's Day - a STIHL power tool. Not sure what type of tool best fits Dad's needs? We offer four great interactive product selector(s) to help you make the best purchase decision. Try them out now and find what Dad needs for his outdoor projects.  http://www.stihlusa.com/products/product-selector/

http://www.stihlusa.com/fathersdaygifts/

Cowboy Charcoal: $13.99

Cowboy hardwood lump charcoal lights quickly and burns long. It's a favorite for barbecue fans because of the authentic smoky flavor it gives to your meals.
http://www.cowboycharcoal.com/index.html

Igloo 38qt Wheelie Cooler: On Sale $19.99

 

White Mountain Electric Ice Cream Maker, 6qt: $269

 

Ahh, there is nothing quite like homemade ice cream. Create memories that will last a lifetime with your new, large 6-QT Electric ice cream maker. Gather a crowd as you make extra for the whole gang!

 



Mangrate: $29.99

ManGrates are an amazing tool for serious grillers—or people who want to have the results of serious grillers. Constructed from 100% American-made cast iron, these grill grates cook with radiant heat and are a more efficient way to BBQ. The patented design utilizes hot searing surfaces, Grease Gutters™ and Smoke Rails™, which allow ManGrates to trap and retain juices from meats and other foods you cook, distribute heat evenly, sear in the food's natural juices and reduce flare-ups. This is one must-have grill accessory. The system is scalable too; each grate measures 4" wide by 15" long, so you place multiple grates side-by-side depending upon the size of your grilling surface.

Mowing 101

Mowing your yard correctly is the first step to a great-looking lawn. Even if you feel you’re handy with a mower, it doesn’t hurt to brush up on your skills. Here are some basic lawn care tips on how to mow and manicure a lush lawn that looks spectacular.

http://www.startrightstarthere.com/lawn_and_garden/curb_appeal/mowing_101.aspx

Pruning

Pruning is one of the least understood disciplines in arboriculture for a variety of reasons. For one, many professionals and residential customers under estimate the importance of pruning and proper pruning techniques. Before you start pruning your trees, shrubs and herbs, take a look at the following links:

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Better Homes and Gardens

Why having sharp lawn mower blades is important

• Having sharp mower blades means your grass not only looks better, but it's better all around.  Dull lawn mower blades tear and fray grass blades instead of neatly cutting them. 
• Cleanly cut grass is less susceptible to diseases.  The tears from an unsharpened blade increase open surface areas, allowing more areas for bacteria, fungi and the like to enter the grass' vascular system.
• Grass cut with a sharp blade actually grows faster than grass cut with a dull mower blade.
• A sharp mower blade can actually save you fuel costs, up to 22%!  That can add up, especially if you are in the lawn and garden business

Bring in your blade today and we'll be happy to assess you blade.  It may just need a quick run on our grinder or maybe it's ready for the trash bin.  Before you know it, you'll be on your way to better looking, healthier grass!

Repairing a Toilet

Is your toilet not functioning properly? Maybe it flushes poorly, runs continuously or leaks water? Fortunately, most problems are fixable. Best of all, you can repair them yourself!  Take a look at True Value's helpful (and easy!) DIY ways to fix your toilet


http://www.startrightstarthere.com/maintenance_and_repair/bathroom/repair_a_toilet.aspx#one
 

Homemade Laundry Detergent

Making your own laundry detergent has become popular now on Pinterest, and we have everything you need to make your own! 

Homemade Powder Laundry Detergent (best for top loader washing machine):

• 12 cups Borax
• 8 cups baking soda
• 8 cups washing soda
• 4 bars of Ivory bar soap, grated
• 2 bars of Fels-Naptha laundry bar soap, grated
• Optional:  add about 20 drops of essential oil made specifically for soap to make the detergent smell good

Mix all ingredients well in a large bucket or container.  Store in a sealed tub.  Use only 2 Tbsp of powder per full load!

Homemade Liquid Laundry Detergent (best for front loader washing machine):

• 4 cups hot tap water
• 1 Fels-Naptha soap bar
• 1 c washing soda
• 1/2 c Borax
• Optional:  essential oil

Grate bar of soap and add to saucepan with water.   Stir continually over medium-low heat until soap dissolves and is melted.
Fill a five-gallon bucket half full of hot tap water.   Add melted soap, washing soda and Borax. Stir well until all powder is dissolved.   Fill bucket to top with more hot water.   Sir, cover, and let sit overnight to thicken.
Stir and fill a used, clean laundry soap dispenser (or a gallon milk carton) half full with soap and then fill the rest of the way with water.   Shake before each use.   (It will gel)
Optional: add 10-15 drops of essential oil per each 2 gallons.
For a front load machine add 1/4 cup per load, for a top loader at 1/2 cup.

We were happy to be recognized by Stihl this weekend at the True Value Show in Atlanta to show other stores that you can grow your business even surrounded by the 'big box' guys!

Pictured: Kenny Rowland, Owner