Chumasande MatiwaneEveryone knows that when the weather warms up, it is time for patio season. Spending time with friends and family on your patio is one of the highlights of the warm season. Before patio season officially begins, it’s essential to take some necessary steps to ensure your space is ready by the time the weather warms up.
Ways to refresh your outdoor furniture
Before you get too far down the buying new furniture rabbit hole, there are these simple things that you can take to revitalise your furniture. Depending on the materials of your patio furniture, simple steps may be taken to get them in top condition.
Clean the space
Before working on any other outdoor project, it’s important to start with a clean surface. The first step is to sweep any dirt, dust, and debris collected during the winter months. Use your garden hose to scrub away any tough dirt remaining. Wash your outdoor rugs, small mats, and outdoor pillows, making sure they are clean and proper.
Play around with your furniture layout
Rearrange your patio furniture layout to give it a new feel. Go with the classic living room layout, placing chairs and outdoor couches around a coffee table, or centre the furniture around a fire pit. If your patio does not allow for a more open-concept layout, you can use your furniture as the statement piece in and around the area. Make sure you have enough comfortable chairs to fit everyone.
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Set up shaded locations
On those hot days, a shaded section to cool off and lounge in is essential. If your patio isn’t covered, adding a pergola may be the element you need to up the level of your patio. Alternatively, you can place patio umbrellas in the corner of your space to open during those sunny days. If your patio has pillars, try hanging outdoor patio curtains so you can enjoy a shaded spot.
Use lighting to elevate
Lighting is important for nights on the patio. Hang string lights for a quick way to set up, to get the mood in. Dim lights can be added to add décor style. If your patio is covered, hang the lights using screw to make sure they stay in place.
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