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How to get Your Outdoor Furniture Ready for a Snow Day!

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Outdoor furniture belongs to the whim of the Mother Nature. The weather can act out at inconvenient times, especially during the fall and winter with wind, snow, and extreme temperatures. If we do not adequately prepare our patio furniture, anything left outside will feel the magic of Jack Frost. Protecting your patio furniture with these tips will ensure your furniture lasts through the holiday season.

How to Create a Rustic Patio

Nothing says winter like a warm log cabin on a snowy day. For a select few, however, a log cabin is a daily dream. This unique architecture requires a rustic style of furniture and décor.

Thick wood beams and large stones in grey and brown hues are the signature architectural elements in creating a rustic setting. Wood, steel, wicker, and durable fabrics are common materials used. Whether the porch is open or enclosed, create a patio that embraces the rustic design.

Designing Sunrooms and Patios

Sunrooms, patios, and California Rooms allow for leisurely living outdoors with the warmth and comfort of the indoors. These spaces increase a house’s livable square footage with less construction costs than a fully furnished room. There are many items to consider when designing an outdoor room.

Outdoor Bars Make Entertaining a Breeze

Those who love outdoor entertaining understand the significance of an easy transition from the kitchen to the patio. However, most people succumb to what the house already provides because of lack of space, vision, or resources. A handful of options exist to allow you to adapt your house and patio to enable easier outdoor entertaining. From adding a counter on the patio side of a window that faces the patio to installing a patio bar counter, having an outdoor bar makes entertaining on the patio easier.

Open The Kitchen To The Patio

Waterfront Patio Furniture for Lake and Beach Houses

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With a stunning waterfront view, a lake or beach house should have an outdoor porch or deck to take advantage of that view. Consider these options for jazzing up your outdoor space to get the most of the waterfront view.

Why You Definitely Want an Outdoor Living Area

8 out of 10 homeowners have or are creating an outdoor room for their home.[1] Outdoor living increases the value of your home and lifestyle. Whether the space is an open-air deck or an enclosed patio, homeowners must weigh aesthetics, comfort and price when decorating.

Form and Function

Feel the Heat - Gas Fireplaces and Private Fire Pits are on the Rise.

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Nothing sets the mood more than a cozy, inviting fire. Turn up the heat with a gas fireplace or fire pit on your patio. Whether you want to cuddle with a loved one, stay warm in the cold winter months, or gather around with friends to make s’mores, there is a fire installation perfect for your outdoor space.

Types of Fire Pits

Fireplaces and fire pits come in all shapes and sizes, making it easy to find the right fire solution for your backyard or outdoor patio. Elevation of the actual fire and shape of the fire pit effects heat exposure.

How Polished Patio Table Tops Turn Your Patio Into an Outdoor Dining Room

For centuries, families have gathered around the table to enjoy dinner inside the dining room. Switch things up by dining outside on the patio for a natural setting. A freshly polished patio table top, some padded dining chairs, and even an umbrella can create an elegant dining experience that any modern family can enjoy.

Types of Patio Table Tops

Memorial Day = Grilling Season

With the weather warming up, more and more people spend time outdoors, especially on patios. During these summer days, we dream about grilling and lounging outside. Now that Memorial Day weekend is here, the unofficial grilling season begins. As is tradition, Americans celebrate the important federal holiday to honor the lives of those lost while serving the United States Armed Forces. The weekend also signifies the end of inconsistent spring weather and the start of warm weather perfect for outdoor gatherings.

10 Spring Cleaning Tips for the Patio

1. Slings

Clean sling fabric with mild liquid soap, lukewarm water, and a sponge or soft bristle brush. Rinse thoroughly with clean water. Allow to air dry.

Hint: Slings can be replaced to repair tears or to create a fresh look.

 

2. Cushions