What’s in a Name? A story about Skillful Home Recreation, Southern Maine Spas, and helping people find their way to relaxation. If you’ve ever stepped into our showroom on Forest Avenue, you’ve probably noticed a few things: the beautifully crafted pool tables to one side, the variety of game tables, the dart counter—and right there… Read more »
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Hot Tubs vs. Saunas: Surprising New Research
Hot Tubs vs. Saunas: Surprising New Study Reveals Which Offers Bigger Health Benefits We all know a good soak in the hot tub feels amazing. But what if it could support your heart, your immune system, and even your longevity? According to new research—and as Dr. Rhonda Patrick, PhD, recently highlighted—hot tubs may offer measurable… Read more »
When Summer Doesn’t Go As Planned
The weather won’t wait—but your backyard can be ready. Make the Most of Maine Summers with a Spa or Outdoor Game The weather in Maine may not always cooperate—but your backyard can still be the best part of summer. Whether it’s a soothing spa or an outdoor game table built for fun in any season,… Read more »
Professional Delivery and Installation Within 50 Miles — From Kennebunk to Brunswick to Augusta, Maine
Professional Delivery and Setup—Portland, Kennebunk, Brunswick, Augusta (and Beyond) At Skillful Home Recreation, we believe the experience shouldn’t stop when you make your purchase—it should only get better from there. That’s why we offer professional delivery and installation on all our major products, from hot tubs and swim spas to pool tables, game tables, and… Read more »
How a Thoughtfully Designed Backyard Becomes a Daily Retreat
For many Mainers, relaxing means going away—to the lake, the coast, or the mountains. But what if your greatest escape didn’t require packing a bag or driving hours from home? What if your sanctuary was waiting for you… just outside the back door? A thoughtfully designed backyard is more than a landscaping project. It’s a… Read more »
How to Build a No-Regrets Game Room: Advice from 45 Years in the Business
How to Build a Game Room with No Regrets Some of the best laughter in life happens around a game table. Whether it’s the clack of pool balls, the bounce of a ping pong rally, or the friendly trash talk over foosball, a well-designed game room becomes more than a space—it becomes a ritual…. Read more »
When is a Sale a Good Idea
When a Sale Is Actually a Good Idea(And When It’s Just Noise) It can be overwhelming, can’t it?Everywhere you turn: “Final Days!” “Biggest Sale of the Year!”And often, it all starts to sound the same. At Skillful Home Recreation, we understand. We don’t believe in pressure or gimmicks. We believe in thoughtful decisions and meaningful… Read more »
Why Most Mainers Already Love Analog Living
Why Most Mainers Already Love Analog Living (Even If They Don’t Call It That) You might not have heard the term Analog Living before.But if you live in Maine, there’s a good chance you’re already doing it. Because here, it’s not a trend.It’s just… life. What Is Analog Living, Again? Analog Living is about real… Read more »
Analog Living: What It Is and Why It Matters
There’s a word for what so many of us are craving—But it’s not a new trend. It’s something timeless. It’s the feeling you get when you finally unplug.When the screen goes dark, and life starts to feel light again. When the game is real.The laughter is shared.And time… slows down. At Skillful Home Recreation, we… Read more »
Ping Pong, Reimagined: From Basement Pastime to Outdoor Ritual
Ping Pong is Out of the Basement There’s a cultural shift happening.Across cities, backyards, and even wellness clinics—ping pong is having a moment and outdoor ping pong tables are everywhere. Once dismissed as a basement pastime or rainy-day diversion, table tennis has stepped into the spotlight. It’s elegant. It’s energizing. And thanks to design-forward… Read more »
