Entries by Sonoma Backyard

Best Materials You Should Consider for Your Outdoor Furniture

Choosing furniture of any kind, no matter where it’s going to be placed, can be an arduous process. You want to balance aesthetics as well as functionality to ensure your furniture meets your needs. However, outdoor furniture has an additional consideration you need to take into account: the weather. You’re going to want your furniture […]

Hot Tub Workout

Aren’t we used to the idea that the things that are good for us are no fun—or maybe even downright unpleasant? How great is it, then, that regular spa use has been shown to provide numerous hot tub health benefits, including assisting in weight loss! Did you know you can also use your hot tub […]

Essentials for Outdoor Entertainment

Outdoor entertainment is a staple during the summer and fall months but generally needs some forethought to make it successful. By planning out and designing your perfect patio with all the entertaining essentials from Sonoma Backyard, you are sure to throw the best outdoor parties all year. The Basics of Outdoor Entertainment Before going too […]

Hot Tub Chemicals Guide

Having a hot tub is one of the real treats in life. There is nothing quite like slipping into a hot tub at the end of a long day to help melt your stress away. One thing that might sound intimidating about having a hot tub is dealing with hot tub chemicals. There’s nothing to […]

How to Revamp Your Yard with a Custom Swimming Pool

If you’ve got a smaller back yard, it’s no surprise if the last thing you’d think about doing to spice it up would be to add a custom swimming pool. How would that work with the limited space you already have? Well, the reality is that a customizable swimming pool might just be the thing […]

How Long Can You Stay in a Hot Tub?

A long relaxing soak in a steamy hot tub is just what the doctor ordered for reducing stress and relieving sore muscles. However, there are hot tub safety rules you should adhere to when enjoying this soothing spa treatment. One rule in particular addresses the recommended time in a hot tub before you may be […]

Designing Outdoor Patios: Tips and Design Inspiration

Decorating any indoor or outdoor space, including a patio, is a process. It takes planning and preparation; very rarely does everything come together perfectly with no thought taken beforehand for how you want things to go. So before you jump into purchasing a bunch of outdoor pieces and hope they magically work together, take some […]

Wanting to Relax? Try a Spa!

In today’s world of hustle and bustle, the more time we can take to sit back, enjoy the moment, and just breathe, the better. We’re meant to be experiencing all aspects of life: the good, the bad, and the relaxing. While there are obviously many different ways you can choose to relax, which are distinct […]

How to Host the Best Hot Tub Party

Summer is our favorite time of year because longer and sunnier days mean more hot tub parties! Which is why we’ve rounded up some of the best hot tub party tips from Bullfrog Spas to help you with hosting an outdoor party everyone will remember. Learn more about how to throw an incredible hot tub […]

‘Tis the Season for Custom Outdoor Fire Pits

The flowers are blooming, the birds are singing, and the evenings are getting warmer and brighter. As spring warms into summer, California homeowners know the outdoor entertaining season is coming—a time for gathering with friends and family to catch up, make memories, and enjoy great food. Part of creating an enjoyable entertaining atmosphere is choosing […]