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Outdoor Party Starter Kit

A few handy must-haves for your end-of-summer bash

by This Old House
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Portable Heater

Stay warm and extend the BBQ season with this 46,000-Btu propane unit; no electricity required. Wheels make it easy to move. About $162; at Amazon

Fold-Up Bench

Storage shelves, a lattice back for hanging utensils, and ample counter space make this collapsible fir potting bench an ideal bar or serving station. About $127; Wayfair

Dual-Use Fan

Keeps skeeters at bay while the breeze and built-in misters keep you cool. About $70; Amazon

No-Plumb Sink

This wall-mount vessel hooks up to a hose to create a cold-water washing station. Divert wastewater to garden beds with a second hose. About $180; Amazon

Rolling Cooler

Supplement a fridge or forgo one entirely with this powder-coated 80-quart cooler that wheels up to the grill, then locks in place. About $210; Amazon This originally appeared in Read this Before You Put in an Outdoor Kitchen. Looking for more info? Have a look at the full, comprehensive guide.

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