Wicker patio furniture is not something you want to replace every season. However, if it is exposed to harsh winter weather for several months out of the year, there is a good chance the furniture will not be usable again when the spring comes. If you follow a few simple guidelines, your furniture will survive the winter and be ready for use again when your spring buds begin to bloom. Learn about the importance of winterizing furniture and tips for protecting wicker furniture in the winter. Clean Read more […]
Winter Landscaping Tips to Beautify Your Patio
If the winter blues have gotten you down, it might be time to make a change to brighten your mood. Rather than focusing on the interior of your house, this winter try altering your winter landscaping. Not only will your garden be better for it, but it will also beautify your patio as well. So, taking a few steps will give you a double benefit. If you are not sure where to begin, try some of the winter landscaping tips and outdoor winter patio ideas below. Winter-friendly plants In the winter, Read more […]
How to Go from Ordinary to Extraordinary in Your Front Lawn
Most of us consider the backyard our outdoor relaxation headquarters. We make sure it’s comfortable with great furniture, and it looks nice with beautiful landscaping. While it’s great to have that special outdoor living space in the backyard, it’s important to give some attention to your front lawn as well. That’s the first place people see when they pull up to your house, so it’s a good idea to give it some curb appeal. Here are some ideas for how to go from ordinary to extraordinary Read more […]
Tips for Preparing Your Outdoor Furniture to Survive the Winter
Winter can wreak havoc on patio furniture that is not adequately prepared to face the nasty weather. You need to make a conscious effort to make sure your outdoor furniture survives the off-season, and is ready to go once the spring comes. Knowing how to protect patio furniture in winter helps lengthen its lifespan and can help you save on repairs later. Here are some tips on how to prepare your outdoor furniture for surviving the winter. Do a quick inspection. Before you store your patio furniture Read more […]
Furniture Ideas for Your Outdoor Living Space
Are you looking to add some additional square footage to your home without the hassle of turning your living quarters into a construction zone or moving? It is not as difficult as you may think. Making use of your outdoor space by adding some attractive outdoor furniture is a simple and inexpensive way to create more living space for you and your family. If you are not sure how to use outdoor furniture to turn your patio, deck, or backyard into usable living space, here are some creative ideas to Read more […]
Outdoor Porch Lighting Options to Create a Warm and Inviting Space
It is important to create a warm and inviting aura on your front porch. One way to accomplish this feeling is through your lighting choices. Making the right lighting choices for your porch is just as important as it is for your house. If you are looking for some outdoor porch lighting ideas that make your front porch the go-to location in your home, find outdoor lighting inspiration below. Origami lanterns Origami lanterns are a fabulous way to add some light and personality to your porch. Read more […]
9 Outdoor Landscaping Ideas That Can Impact the Look of Your Patio
When you decorate your home, furniture is typically the base and focal point of your living areas’ décor. Then, you use accent pieces like artwork, lamps, and other accessories to complete the look. Your patio is a great extension of your indoor living space, and using some of these nine different outdoor landscaping ideas around your patio just like you’d use accessories indoors can help accentuate your patio furniture and make a beautiful impact on the overall look of your patio. 1. Create Read more […]
How to Create a Flow With Your Indoor and Outdoor Living Spaces
Having an outdoor living area is a great idea. It is a wonderful way to extend the space of your home and make use of every inch of your property. Too often, the outdoor space can appear to be its own entity rather than a fully-functioning extension of the home. One way to make the outdoor area an actual extension of the home is to create a seamless flow from the indoors to the outdoors. If you are not sure on how to create this aura, keep reading for some easy tips on how to make your indoor living Read more […]
5 Tips for Decorating Your Patio
Decorating your patio can be a fun job, but it can also come with its own difficulties. Because it’s outdoors, likely in the back of the house, people tend to view it as a job they can put off for later. That is, until the summer rolls around again and everyone is having outdoor functions. In reality, it is easy to be prepared for the warmer weather and have a beautiful patio without the stress of too much hard work. Here we offer some tips for decorating your patio that will help you stop putting Read more […]
Five Ways to Deck out Your Deck This Holiday Season
The holidays are right around the corner. Many people enjoy decorating their homes as a way to celebrate the various holidays that occur during the months of November and December. Although people love to decorate their homes during this time of year, they often forget about their decks and other outdoor living spaces. Even if you live in a cold climate, it is fun to include your outdoor living space in your holiday decorating. Following are some great holiday porch decorating ideas you can easily Read more […]