Living It Up on the Patio

Who wants to sit inside on gorgeous summer days?  Enjoy the beautiful weather, and all the comforts of home, by getting your patio in great shape.  There are a lot of ways to make your patio or porch more comfortable, and it all starts with great furniture.  Wicker is always a classic and it brings a rustic comfort that is ideal for warm weather lounging.  One of the benefits is that you can find fast drying pieces that won’t leave you with a soggy bottom after a rainfall.  Choose thick, cushy cushions get ready for some serious lounging.  Another great choice for the patio is wrought iron, whether it is a set of metal bar stools or a small bistro table.  It is durable and chic.

One of the trends in patio decorating is the idea that we can bring the indoors out.  People are doing this by choosing more “living room” type furnishings, like arm chairs, metal daybeds, love seats, and coffee tables.  Small touches, like decorative plant pots, hanging plants, and pottery add beautiful charm to any patio.  Lighting is an essential, and your outdoor options include fire pits, tikki torches, citronella candles, solar lighting fixtures, or battery-operated rice paper lanterns.  Think comfort, think style, think summer!