Make Your Patio And Extension Of Your Home A Patio Gazebo

Your yard can easily become an extension of your home with just a little work and imagination. Wouldn’t it be wonderful to enjoy those warm summer nights outdoors or sit and watch the stars on crisp fall evening? You can start with a Patio Gazebo.

Many patios have the disadvantage of no roof which means in windy or wet weather it’s not very comfortable to use the patio. If you want to get the maximum use of your patio you should consider purchasing a patio gazebo. A patio gazebo sits on your patio and they are quite affordable depending on the size you need and the material you want.

You’ll have to decide where you want the gazebo to sit. Do you want it to incorporate the entire patio or just a portion of it? Some like to place the gazebo in the center of the deck and then arrange furniture around the outer edges and the décor outside the protection of the gazebo.

You need to match the style of the gazebo with both the style of the patio and the style of the house. Make it fit with the character of your home and landscape.

You’ll need to secure your gazebo. You can either do this by bolting it to the surface of the deck or you can cut post holes and cement it in. Smaller gazebo styles often just sit on the top of the patio. If you have this style you’ll want to make sure it’s anchored well enough so as not to be blown over.

If you have a patio the first thing to making it an extension of your home is to make it comfortable and relaxing. This can be easily done with the right patio furniture and décor.

Turn your patio into a sanctuary where you can relax and reflect on the day, the week, or your life. Keep it fresh and inviting. Fresh cut flowers in unusual vases, potted flowers in unique pots and windchimes can all add character to your patio.

When it comes to buying patio furniture you’ve got plenty of choices. Wicker has been popular for quite some time. It’s simple but classy. You can dress it up or keep it casual just with your cushion choices. Teak is also a popular choice. It’s durable and lasting and provides a warmth that’s hard to find from any other material. It really is back to nature with teak!

If you have a large patio you might consider a sunken hot tub. Always a nice addition to a patio. If you have a hot tub you’ll want to make sure your patio furniture cushions are water proof. Seating around the outer edge of a hot tub works great for social gatherings that may see people in and out of the tub while still enjoying great conversation.

Take some time to think about your lighting. You’ll want your lighting to be sufficient to be useful but not so bright as to loose the ambiance. A couple of brighter lights near seats is a great idea. That way you can grab a book curl up and relax and read with good light. Outer lighting hung along the exterior of the patio deck gives a nice relaxing ambiance. Lanterns also work well. Chinese lanterns are a classic addition to a deck!

If you want to be able to enjoy your patio in the cooler seasons consider adding a patio heater. You can get a fireplace style or just a standard wall mount heater. Fuel heaters throw more heat than an electric heater will so consider either natural gas or propane heaters.

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