Table of Contents

January/February: Vol 2, No 1

Industry Spotlight - PFI: A Champion for the Pellet Fuel Industry 
BY CAROL DAUS
In just a little over 10 years, the Pellet Fuels Institute has become a major force in the pellet-fuel industry, offering government relations, communications services and general advocacy to its membership.

Showroom Showcase - Achieving Superstore Status 
BY CAROL DAUS
As president and CEO of Georgia Backyard, Inc., Dino Luckino has taken the necessary steps to ensure that his multistore chain will someday become the national superstore of the outdoor-living market.

Hearth Retailer Profile - Wooing Customers With the Wow Factor 
BY SHARON SANDERS
Adding decor products to its merchandise mix pays off for Hearth of the Home in Harrison, Mich.

Barbecue/Grill Retailer Profile - A One-stop Shop for Outdoor Kitchen Needs 
BY CAROL DAUS
Landscape architects and horticulturists, hardscape specialists, barbecue-grill experts and a full-time chef team up to make Grillmaster’s Garden the ultimate outdoor-cooking store.

Marketing Maneuvers - Sunnyland Furniture: A Shopper’s Paradise   
BY SHARON SANDERS
David and Debbie Schweig have created a fun-filled retail environment for outdoor-living customers in the Dallas area.

As I See It - A Lasting Legacy 
BY CAROL DAUS
Patio & Hearth Products Report recently spoke to Henry Vanderminden IV, president of Telescope Casual, to learn more about recent developments and future plans for the company.

My Turn - An Outdoor Retreat for All Seasons 
BY SHARON SANDERS
Outdoor-living consultant Marcia Blake helps clients adapt their outdoor-living space for year-round use.

Product Innovation - Taking Innovation to New Heights
BY CAROL DAUS
Embedded in Travis Industries’ corporate culture is a focus on product innovation, which is orchestrated by the company’s president, Kurt Rumens.

Last Word - Patio Culture 
BY SHARON SANDERS
A former television costume designer finds that high fashion translates well to outdoor-living products.