Fiskars Canada Inc., the Ontario-based company that manufactures those orange-handled scissors you see in almost every school and office, has issued a voluntary recall of its propane-powered weed whacker, Occupational Health & Safety reported today. Health Canada, in collaboration with Fiskars, found mechanical problems with the appliance that could lead to consumer injuries through flammability, […]
When it comes to grilling, meat always seems to steal the show. But as our favorite spatula-wielding diva Paula Deen reminds us, the best recipes come when you think out of the box. So, the San Jose Mercury News published some tips on grilling fruit this week, and we’re passing them along! The most important […]
American Propane Gas Company, an Oklahoma-based propane appliance company that supplies everything from gas logs and heaters to fireplace inserts and grills, celebrated the Fourth of July weekend a bit early with ‘Open Flame,’ a patriotically-themed gourmet picnic this week, NewsOK.com reported. Organized in part by a group of Oklahoma City chefs, attendees sampled tasty […]
We’re heading into prime growing season for lots of delicious vegetable matter and gorgeous flower plants, and that means this year’s war on weeds has begun. Before you start choosing questionable herbicides, check this out – according to a recent editorial in the Washington Post, perhaps all you need for battle is a nice pair […]
Today is the last day of Backyard Safety Week, part of Building Safety Month, propane fans! Whether you’re heating a pool, grilling, firing up a tiki torch, or building a firepit, remember to make safety a priority all summer long. “Everybody loves spending time outdoors during nice weather, and amenities such as grills, firepits, outdoor […]
With the warmer weather making its way to us, thousands of people across the country will be fueling up the ole’ RV, and hitting the road. In addition to regular maintenance under the hood of your RV, it’s important to remember you’re driving around with a well-contained, but volatile propane system. While LPG (liquid petroleum […]
Memorial Day and the 4th of July are sneaking up quickly, friends, and there’s nothing more American than a proper backyard grilling party. You’ve got to do it right and set the scene – obviously, you’ll be needing some tiki torches. Sure, Citronella oil is a natural insect repellent. But any self-respecting tiki torch connoisseur […]
Propane isn’t exactly well known as an artistic medium, but one Seattle fire artist is making a splash with his unique brand of propane-fueled audio flame sculptures. In an interview last week with Wired.com, Rusty Oliver described his art as “iterative engineering” experimentation, and showed off one of propane’s more creative applications! Obviously, working with […]
While you probably won’t see neighborhoods of propane-powered houses popping up around town, low-maintenance, off-the-grid compact homes are definitely gaining popularity. A model propane- and solar-powered prefabricated eco-cottage was well received in Montreal last weekend when it went on display at the Cottage & Country Home Show. Marketed towards those who like to live close […]