These Father’s Day gifts can make yardwork easier for dads or help them entertain outdoors. From hoses to cooler tables, here are five types of outdoor-related gifts to consider.
Hoses: Options include the Pocket Hose Top Brass Expanding Garden Hose, which has an accordion design that starts out in a mini size and grows to a full-sized hose. The hose's inner section is made of the same material as fire hoses, and tubing that will prevent the hose from bursting from water pressure, according to the company. Retailers include Bed, Bath & Beyond and The Home Depot (priced for $29.97). Pocket Hose also has the Mighty Blaster Fireman's Nozzle, which is made of aircraft aluminum.
Mowers: New for 2015 is the S240 Sport from John Deere, which has an 18.5-horsepower engine, 15-inch open back seat and electric power take-off (PTO) (priced at $2,499). Keep grass, leaves and other items outside and scrap off boots on a rugged doormat, such as a half-round Pins doormat made of recycled rubber and natural latex for Entryways' Timeless Rubber Collection ($31.28, Amazon.com).
Tables: From fire tables to cooler tables with umbrellas, you can provide a spot for dad to kick back with a snack or drink, whether cooking, maintaining the lawn or watching kids play. Options include a cooler table with an umbrella and a shelf, sold through retailers such as Overstock.com. Wood tables include the Leisure Season Cooler Table ($305.96, Amazon.com), which is made of cypress and has a basin that keeps beverages cold. The Red Picnic Cooler from Crate & Barrel ($69.95) is not a full table, but has an iconic look and can be used as a tabletop item in a backyard.
Chicken coops: If your dad wants to raise chickens, or if an initial coop could use a replacement, splurge-worthy options include coops sold through a variety of retailers, including Williams-Sonoma. Its pine Sonoma Chicken Coop & Run ($699.95-$999.95) has a cedar shingle roof with gables and two windows, plus a ramp.
Fire and light: Fire bowls continue to grow in sizes and styles. For example, the Rust Fire Bowl, made by Esschert Design and sold through Amazon.com (priced at $83.68), has an aged metal finish and is set on a steel square base. Unique options include Viz solar glass lights, which come in twisted shapes and vibrant hues, and are sold by retailers such as Pike Nurseries.
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