Summer is almost here, and that can only mean one thing; BBQ season is upon us! For meat lovers and serious gourmets, BBQ season is the best time of year, and there is still time to get your own backyard ready.<\/p>\n
Whether you are a dedicated charcoal enthusiast or a gas grill aficionado, BBQ season is your time to shine. If you want to be ready when the first warm days come around, you need to start preparing now.<\/p>\n
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Have Enough Seating<\/strong><\/p>\n Nothing kills a backyard barbecue faster than not having enough seating, so dig out those extra chairs<\/a><\/u> and benches. Winter is finally gone, so you can open the sheds, raid the garage, and find plenty of seating for all your guests.<\/p>\n It is always better to have too much seating than not enough, so set a few extra spaces at the table before the guests start rolling in. You never know when an extra person will drop by, and you want to make sure they feel right at home.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Lighting Sets the Mood<\/strong><\/p>\n The long days and warm nights of summer mean more time for barbecue, so set the right mood with lighting<\/a><\/u>. There is no need to go inside when the sun goes down, not when your patio and grill station are lit up and ready to go.<\/p>\n There are plenty of ways to incorporate outdoor lighting into your backyard barbecues. Wrapping the deck in LED lights provides ambient lighting and enhances guest safety while lighting a few Tiki torches can chase away the bugs and create a warm glow for your guests as they eat.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Get Rid of Bugs<\/strong><\/p>\n You do not want your next barbecue to have any uninvited guests, so make plans now to keep bugs and mosquitos at bay. Invest in an assortment of citronella candles in various sizes, then place them at strategic locations around your deck or patio. Those natural bug repellents are perfect for barbecue season, so stock up now before those pesky guests arrive.<\/p>\n Hanging a bug zapper in the backyard can also stop flying insects, so pick one up and turn it on before the barbecue begins. These bug zappers are most effective against moths, mosquitoes, and other nighttime flying insects, but they zap their fair share of flies and wasps as well.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Fun for the Whole Family<\/strong><\/p>\n BBQ season is a family affair so you will want to take the kids into account. Make sure there is plenty of additional seating for the kids, and consider setting up a separate kids’ table for large gatherings.<\/p>\n You can also set up an arts and crafts table for the kids, with lots of fun family-friendly activities. Be sure to provide some kid-friendly games as well, or let the kids join in on your own backyard sports teams.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Outdoor D\u00e9cor<\/strong><\/p>\n BBQ season is the perfect time to break out the outdoor d\u00e9cor, so go through your garage and storage shed until you find just what you need. From those good old Tiki torches to inflatables for the pool and a few pink flamingoes, your backyard d\u00e9cor can set a tone and welcome visitors to your home.<\/p>\n If your outdoor d\u00e9cor is looking a bit dated, now is the perfect time to go shopping. If you shop now, you can still enjoy pre-season pricing, so you can pick up everything you need and still have money left over for all that delicious food.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n BBQ season is right around the corner, and now is the perfect time to get ready. Whether you are steak lover or a burger maven, you can try out all your favorite recipes and give the neighbors a reason to stop by. Stop by Haynes Bros Furniture<\/a> to get your favorite outdoor d\u00e9cor and furniture to complete any BBQ.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Summer is almost here, and that can only mean one thing; BBQ season is upon us! 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