There's nothing more satisfying in the summertime than a trip to your favorite home improvement store. You'll find colorful annuals for planting, patio furniture galore, gear for keeping your lawn looking green and lush, and new appliances for your old clunkers that need replacing after a long tedious winter.

That's why this July 4th weekend isn't just our favorite holiday for barbecues and pool parties — it's because the sales are so epic they deserve their own fireworks celebration! Leading the pack? Lowe's. The mega-site just dropped its Independence Day salute, with slashed prices on awesome brands like Char-Broil, Samsung, LG and more.

You can check out all of their limited time deals here, conveniently organized by category, or you may just want to load your cart with all of the cherry picked goodness we've gathered for you below.

Either way, if you had one too many brewskies at the bbq, you can just lie back in that outdoor lounger and click away, no trip to the store required.

Let's start with the most imperative item you need for summer fun — a new grill. Char Broil's 5 burner grill combines the ease of liquid propane with all of the bells and whistles you want. It's got an easy electric ignite switch, adjustable flame, built-in thermometer and side burner for that extra pot of corn.

Plus it comes with a chef's tray for those delicate veggies. Sides are compatible with Gear Trax organizers, and it fits 36 burgers to boot. It's also real purdy in this shiny silver. Save $50 on this shiny gem of a grill. Says a five star reviewer, "Very happy with my purchase so far. The grill is easy to use, exactly as described."

If you haven't switched to an electric mower, now's the time while you can save 100 bucks. Electric mowers run cleaner, quieter, and with the prices of that polluting gas, much cheaper. This EGO Power+ machine boasts an interchangeable multi-blade cutting system so you can choose to mulch feed the lawn, bag, removing those clippings, or have some extra run time. Special Self-Propelled technology keeps you moving, with easily controlled speed. This mower has an extended run time of over an hour with its high 56 Volt battery.

This guy gets thousands of perfect reviews, like this one: "Very easy to get mowing right out of the box! Purchased this mower a few weeks ago and put it to the test immediately. This is my first electric mower and I have to say I love it! Battery charging was quick, it had no trouble cutting 5-6" damp grass and cleanup after was easy."

Perfect those edges with this electric trimmer that raters rave about. Its greatest feature? Self threading tech. Just feed the line into the head, press a button and voila, you've re-strung your trimmer. The Ego Power+ 15-In Powerload String Trimmer has a Carbon Fiber shaft that's uber strong, plus a lifetime warranty. With variable speeds and a long battery life, your yard will be pristine in no time.

Says a thrilled user, "Can't say enough good things about this trimmer! Been using gas my whole life but using this was like going to automatic driving from stick shift. Cuts really well. Quick to charge. The entire device is light! No arm fatigue, quick push button start so if I need a quick use it's there for me. I will never go back to gas trimming and I am going to slowly migrate my entire yard equipment as my budget permits!!"

Your friends and family will be clamoring for a spot under this breezy gazebo. Save $100 on this bestseller in time for your next gathering. Or create an outdoor office so you can enjoy the fresh air while you work, under the cover of canvas, out of the sun and glare. Fitted with mosquito netting and privacy walls, 120 square feet of shade will keep you cool and sunburn-free while you enjoy cool drinks and yummy grub this summer.

This high rater had another bright idea, "This was perfect for extending my carport to keep my car cool in the summer!!"

Let's step inside to find some great discounts on those coveted appliances you've been waiting to go on sale. A bestseller, this LG Washer has extra large capacity at 4.5 cu. ft., ultimately lightening your number of loads. Six different wash motions get out all the dirt, grime and mustard you can spill on yourself. The LG uses coldwash tech, so your clothes come out cleaner, without the extra energy usage for hot water washes. This guy's stackable — grab its mate for the same price low of $698 here.

Says a happy customer, "Purchased this as a replacement for our 23 year old washer, which we loved but could no longer resuscitate. What an upgrade this was; this LG washer is terrific. Extremely quiet with very pleasant sounding alerts and cycle finished prompts. The wash cycles use less water but get all our clothes really clean. The spin cycles take out more moisture, allowing us to use less energy drying. The drain filter is accessible from the front without the need for tools. If you’ve ever left small items in your pockets, this is a great feature..."

Air fryers are all the rage, boasting their health benefits for less fatty foods without compromising the crisp we all love. Why buy a countertop appliance to air fry when you can do it right in your range? This pretty stainless steel wonder by Samsung, garners fantastic reviews and is being offered at a nice discount, saving you $250.

Did you know even your stove can be smart? This oven cleverly syncs to your smartphone and is Wi-Fi voice enabled, so you can tell it to pre-heat before you even cross the threshold. Unique settings like bread proofing and dehydrate make this oven even more worthy. Talk about your special features.

Says Samsung's biggest fan, "We have been in love with our Samsung kitchen appliances and we were waiting for this crown jewel. The SmartThings integration is always welcome. Being able to see the status on our Samsung QLED TV is a welcome convenience! We also love being able to use Alexa or the SmartThings app to preheat the oven on our way home from the grocery store. We were blown away at the speed of Quick Boil. We boiled a pot of ramen in less than two minutes. The no preheat air fry makes heating up a quick meal a breeze..."

Time to get sensible, with a new WaterSense toilet from Kohler— the first name in bath fixtures. If you're about to renovate, or are just a DIYer that's itching to make some upgrades, consider this comfort height toilet. Out with that tiny toilet, the one that runs all the time and has stains that are beyond bleaching. This one is designed for adult sized comfort with an elongated seat. Revolution 360 swirl flushing technology keeps the bowl cleaner, longer and that means less staining. Save $50 this weekend.

Says a happy camper, "I have never thought there could be a superior toilet! After all, they have a utilitarian job, basic functions and not something you really think about?!?! This toilet is superior!!! It came totally complete, the guts are high quality, it was easy to install and it performs very well. The flush design doesn't leave residue around the brim, it uses minimal water and flushes clean and quickly. It fills just as quickly. Well worth the extra money when compared to the much lower cost systems. I did get it on sale but will definitely look for this one when one of my others needs to be replaced. Worth the Money!!"

The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.

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