Make the Most of your Patio

February 8, 2018

The fresh flowers and first rays of sunlight – summer really is the best time of the year and also the perfect time to make the most of your hacienda's patio.

Adding a splash of color can transform your patio space, and it's so easy to do. All you need is some paint! One approach is to paint the deck flooring for a pop of color. Combined with a carefully positioned table or outdoor couch and you can effectively create a sense of space. Another approach is to paint any half walls or the house that are incorporated into your garden design. If it's a small space, your paint can be very bold!

One problem that many patio owners have is a lack of texture. Outdoor furniture tends to be fairly conservative in its frills so it's hard wearing and easy to clean, but you do sacrifice for it a little. A solution is to add fun throw pillows in all sorts of beautiful fabric. There are plenty of ways to weatherproof them, so the world's your oyster when it comes to picking them out!

Add fire. Lots of fire. Well, maybe not too much fire. But candles, a fire pit or "tiki" torches are all amazing at creating ambiance after the sun goes down. Plus, they're a great way to keep away insects as the summer wears on.

There is a wide variety of different lights that they are a fast and easy way to completely change your patio atmosphere. Whether you go for bulb lights or you opt for the Edison style, they're a great investment for your outdoor space. You can also get converters that change a socket into a plug if you're struggling to find a place to plug them in.

Finally, one of the best things you can do for your patio is add plants to soften the edges a little. If you're patient and willing to wait several years, then roses will look amazing. If you don't quite have that kind of time, or you're just not that into gardening then there are plenty of other plants that will work just as well. Your local garden center can help you choose. Plants will look especially nice if you have a patio cover that helping to soften supports and lower the roof for a more intimate setting.

Just look around your own garden and see what works in your space. Happy decorating from La Fuente Imports!

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