The key to outdoor entertaining is to create a space that’s ready for warm weather fun without a lot of fuss. Backyard entertaining is about relaxation, so start talking with your customers now about how to liven up outdoor spaces so their entertaining efforts will be as hassle-free as possible.
Proper lighting helps set the right mood for outdoor gatherings, and nothing beats guests walking or pulling up to a home that is well-lit. For starters, show your customers the Solar Address Light from Rethink. With a modern design, this address light offers outstanding curb appeal, is solar-powered, includes number and letter sets and is super simple to install. To further help direct guest to the outdoor party destination, walkways can be kept visible with lights like this Solar Party Color-Changing Path Light from Maxsa. Or, if your customers prefer a more traditional look, turn them towards the Rethink Solar Post Lights or Brinkmann Low-Voltage LED Combo Pack with 4 Coach Lights & 2 Flood Lights. Outdoor night-lights are great for lighting decks and dinning areas and your customers can place them just about anywhere. When it comes to outdoor lighting, solar power and LEDs are ideal because they save energy. For table lighting, why not recommend flameless candles like the P3 Flip ‘N Charge Candle to your customers? They’re also solar powered and are ideal for decorating because users won’t have to worry about wind extinguishing the flame or accidental tumbles.
When considering outdoor lighting, your customers should know how different bulb varieties can make a difference in the mood they’re trying to set. Educate your sales teams on the differences in bulbs, so they can help your customers better understand how to take advantage of their different lighting options. The American Lighting Association provides a great tutorial on bulb types here.
No party is complete without a proper soundtrack, so don’t forget about music! TIC Corporation’s rock speakers are perfect for outdoor parties because they naturally blend into the landscape and are powerful enough to provide sound for a crowd. For those who don’t prefer to camouflage, you can recommend the Proficient Audio Systems 5.25” Indoor/Outdoor Speakers. These weather-resistant speakers feature a powder-coated aluminum grill to withstand the outdoor elements.
Your customers can also create their own outdoor movie theaters with a projector and screen. The BenQ Full HD 1080p Wireless Home Theater Projector is ideal because it can project full HD images from HDMI output devices without the need to hook up any cables! Combine the projector with a screen like the MGM 72” Inflatable or 84” Pop Up for a real movie-theater experience!
Finally, is there really a more perfect time for grilling than summertime? Why not set up a Brinkmann Gourmet Grill & Smoker or Brinkmann Smoke n Grill Charcoal Smoker outside your store and grill some hotdogs or hamburgers to serve to customers? (Please be sure to check your local ordinances for outdoor cooking and food service guidelines.) This would also be the perfect opportunity to display grilling accessories like the Jim Beam 5-Piece Cooler & Grill Set, the Brinkmann BBQ Tool Set or the Chefs Basics Select 18-Piece Stainless Steel BBQ Set.
Your customers probably have cool beverages on the brain when thinking about outdoor grilling and the Haier 16-Bottle Wine Cellar and Beverage Center is a great choice because it can be setup on a patio or deck to house both adult and kid-friendly drinks. A keg cooler is another great option for adult beverages. They’re simple to install and guests can serve themselves throughout the party. For a portable cooling option, introduce your customers to the Pelican ProGear line of coolers. These rugged units are built for the outdoors and can withstand even the rowdiest party! Plus, they’re also ideal to bring along on camping and fishing trips, or even to sporting events!
Whether your customers are looking for a permanent poolside entertaining solution or the perfect products to host an annual family reunion, having the right outdoor products and accessories can make all the difference. Make your business the go-to-place to stock up with the right mix to get your customers outside to shake off those winter blues.