Christmas at Fortunoff Backyard Store is Back

Mark your calendars. The holiday season is approaching, and Christmas at Fortunoff Backyard Store is coming to a showroom near you! In honor of our 100th Anniversary and this season’s lineup of holiday decor and Christmas products, we are celebrating Christmases past and present. From the first Christmas at Fortunoff Backyard Store that opened in […]

Celebrate Labor Day on the Patio

Is your Labor Day Celebration outdoors this year? We can help. Whether you need pool accessories for the kids or a dining set with an expandable table, here’s how to guarantee your patio party is a hit:  Step 1: Check the Weather Report September 22 marks the first day of fall, but that doesn’t guarantee […]

How to Enjoy National Relaxation Day Outdoors

Thirty-seven years ago, a nine-year-old boy from Michigan decided there should be a holiday dedicated to relaxing, and the rest of America agreed. August 15th marks National Relaxation Day, and to help you prepare for this much-needed holiday, we did a little research on the best ways to celebrate. Here are a few science-backed tips […]

Pet-Friendly Patio Picks 

A home with outdoor space comes with perks. There’s room to relax, plant a garden, and for so many animal lovers, there is space for your furry friends to play. Give your four-legged buddies a yard the whole family can enjoy. Follow our tips and picks for pet-friendly patio furniture and landscaping suggestions to create […]

1940s & Fortunoff Backyard Store

The 1940s began with expansion. The Fortunoff family had their hands full with managing and stocking new stores until 1941 brought the bombing of Pearl Harbor. Suddenly, America was at war again. Men enlisted, and families rallied together. Max and Clara Fortunoff were not strangers to keeping a business afloat during hard times.The second generation […]