Must-Have Summer Items- Mosquito Magnet Trap and More

It’s that time of the year again-summer! And this summer it’s time to actually enjoy the beautiful sunshine, the warm air and the long days in style. Here are three ways to do this:

1. An outdoor fire place

Outdoor fire places are a great addition to any home. They come in different styles and prices. While some outdoor fireplaces are portable, others are built in to your wall. Either way, an outdoor fireplace can provide a glowing heat and soothing atmosphere for your night time outdoor activities. With portable fireplaces that you start yourself, you can have a campfire, roast marshmallows and play camp fire games in the comfort of your backyard. With built-in fireplaces that turn on with a switch, you can set the mood, open a bottle of wine and watch the stars with your loved one. Either way, the cool summer nights have never been so hot!

2. A mosquito magnet trap

A mosquito magnet trap works by emitting a smell similar to humans which attracts the mosquito to the magnet. Then, once the mosquito is close enough, the magnet captures the mosquito. Mosquito magnet traps works with carbon dioxide to emit a warm humanly feel. Some mosquito magnet traps also use Octenol, a chemical that acts like human breath. Mosquito magnet traps work with propane fuel which means they are great for around the barbeque but also can be used when camping. Many magnet traps will attract mosquitoes from an incredibly wide radius- up to one acre- which means your entire yard can be mosquito free.

3. A swimming pool

This is a dream for many families- their own private swimming pool. However, if this is not quite in your summer budget, consider buying an above the ground swimming pool for the kids. These days above the ground swimming pools cost less than $300 for a 14 foot pool and are easy to set up and even easier to take down at the end of the hot season. You will need to invest in pool chemicals and salt water to keep the pool clean. However, during the summer months, a swimming pool is the best way to cool down and keep the kids happy all summer long.