by Joanna Burns December 18, 2015
Today we will share with you several ideas with which you can perk up your patio and make it more welcoming and extravagant.
Bring the indoors outside – Create an additional room by decorating your patio as a living room. However do not use interior furnishings for the task. Instead purchase furniture that can withstand the natural elements. For example you can place a couch and flank it with two rattan chair and compliment them with a nice wooden coffee table. This way you will be able to enjoy your morning coffee and chat with your family under the warm rays of the sun.
- Install a fire pit – Fire pits are becoming more and more popular amongst property owners. There are two types of pits on the market, above ground and in-ground pits. The former are ideal for patios which are elevated on a platform, while the latter are more suited for outdoor decks which are directly laid on the ground as they require to be placed in a hole. Regardless of which type you choose you will certainly augment the looks of your patio and add a more sophisticated touch to it. Just bear in mind that if you go with an in-ground pit you will require professional rubbish removal services for the clearance of the generated landscaping waste.
- Use unorthodox decorations – Most people tend to decorate their backyard and patios with traditional features such as plants, artificial ponds, fountains and etc. Why be like most people when you can showcase your creativity by using uncommon items such as an iron sphere which you have surrounded with small stones and several bushes. You can also opt to arrange extravagant furnishings instead of the widespread ratter and wicker furniture that most people use.
- Incorporate an outdoor kitchen – By creating an outdoor kitchen in one corner of your patio you will be able to enjoy your meals under the moon light during the warm months of the year. It will also save you the hassle of going constantly in and out when you are having guests. While such a project can be costly at times it is much worth it as it will not only facilitate your outdoor routines but it will also drastically augment the price of your property. Once the kitchen is built, don’t be hesitant into using professional rubbish removal services for the collection of the accumulated construction garbage.
- Pergola – By installing a pergola above a section of your patio you will be able to enjoy the tranquility of your backyard even during the hottest days of the year. Note that pergolas can in various sizes and shapes, and can be made from various materials, so make sure that you choose a design that fits naturally into the overall scheme of your property and garden.
As you can see there are numerous ways to upgrade your patio and now that you know them, stop wasting time and pull up your sleeves and start working. Once you are done we promise you that you will be more than happy with the end result.