Thursday, March 31, 2011

Make Our Outdoor Patio Comfortable

Avoid wrought iron furniture like this, as it's not terribly comfortable.


Having a patio is a gift for any home. A patio gives you an outdoor space attached to your home that you can use for hosting private parties, taking in the night air or enjoying breakfast al fresco. You don't want to take such a special space in your home for granted, however. Take extra care and consideration in furnishing and decorating your patio so that it provides the height of comfort, making all members of your household want to spend as much time as possible out there. Does this Spark an idea?


Instructions


1. Purchase outdoor chairs and couches made out of wicker, rattan or wood. Avoid wrought iron furniture because even though it's suitable for outdoor spaces, it's not very comfortable. Make sure you purchase outdoor furniture that comes with super-soft, weatherproof outdoor cushions. Test each cushion before you buy, by sitting on each chair or couch.


2. Purchase outdoor accent tables; make sure that you buy enough so that each seating position has easy access to a table. This way, guests always have a convenient place to put their drinks and snacks.


3. Purchase a patio heater for nighttime. While this might seem like an unnecessary expense, it will double your usage of the patio, making it usable during chilly months. On the other hand, install a fireplace or fire pit if you're opposed to a patio heater. You just need something that generates warmth.


4. Purchase a weatherproof storage trunk for storing things like warm blankets that users of the patio can wrap themselves in at night.


5. Add candles and decorative lanterns to make the patio space a festive environment. Such tools will instantly make the patio a welcoming place to relax.


6. Add a patio umbrella to the middle of the patio for sunny days. This way, users can enjoy the patio without being blinded by harsh sunlight.







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