Backyard Holiday Party Ideas for Your Patio

Backyard Holiday Party Ideas for Your Patio

CC SunscreenClimate, Patio Shades, Tips & Tricks

There is just something wonderful about celebrating the holidays far away from the ice and cold. For one thing, for fall and winter gatherings, Southern Arizona is just about the perfect place to host outdoor holiday parties. Most years the temperature won’t drop too drastically, and the chance of rain is usually sparse. Even so, throwing an outdoor holiday party …

Inside the Sun

Inside the Sun

CC SunscreenClimate

Here at CC Sunscreens, we’re always thinking about the Sun – but most of the time our attention is focused on innovative, effective, and sustainable ways to reduce its heat and glare. We’ve built our reputation on making the Arizona sun more comfortable and enjoyable throughout the Glendale/Phoenix region of Central Arizona. While we spend a lot of time focusing …

New to Arizona 7 Tips to Stay Cool

New to Arizona? 7 Tips to Stay Cool

CC SunscreenAll About Arizona, Climate, cool tips

Welcome to Arizona, neighbor! For many Arizona newcomers, our mild winters and unstoppable sunshine are major draws to the area, but few come prepared for the extremes of our summer heat. Never fear! Learning to adjust to central Arizona’s hot summers may seem like a steep learning curve, but small adaptations to your home and lifestyle can make a huge …

Wildfires: Prevention & Protection for Your Home

Wildfires: Prevention & Protection for Your Home

CC SunscreensClimate, Environment, Weather

  With fires cutting through Tonto National Forest the past several weeks, it is a good reminder to Arizona residents that wildfires can strike, even in the desert. Keeping your home protected from fire is a significant concern, especially if you live on property at the edge of urban areas, which are most vulnerable to the spread of wildfires. Much …

Water Conservation Tips for Desert Living

Water Conservation Tips for Desert Living

CC SunscreensClimate, Desert, Environment, Nature

  Nothing reminds you about the importance of water like experiencing summer in the desert! Now that summer heat has descended upon Phoenix, the hot, dry air can seem relentless. It is a good way to keep in mind why water is the desert’s most precious resource. We all need water to live, but it’s important to realize that the …

Preparing Your Desert Home for the Summer

Preparing Your Desert Home for the Summer

CC SunscreensClimate, cool tips, Energy Savings, Home Improvement, Sun screens, Tips & Tricks, Weather

The start of summer heat means that the annual migration of Phoenix Snowbirds is already underway. Our city’s intense climate is a relief to many in the winter, but a trial in the summertime. If you are packing up your house and heading north for the season, here are some things to consider. Power Down You don’t want your home …