Summer Fun: Outdoor Furniture and Design Guide

Outdoor Furniture Guide

Is it true? Can it finally be? The answer is an emphatic yes: summer is right around the corner. That means it’s time to remake our available space outdoors and welcome the warmer seasons. After all, who doesn’t have an extra couple of hours and some money to make a place to lounge, enjoy the sun, and entertain guests? Even if you don’t have much space or you are on a budget, we’ll walk you through the basics of acquiring outdoor furniture.

Just remember the cardinal rule of interior design. Be true to yourself and buck any unnecessary adherence to fads and trends. Outdoor furniture comes in a variety of shapes and sizes. If you spen a little time searching, there are plenty of of choices that will fit in with your lifestyle and your budget. Follow these tips, and soon you can link your indoor hideaway with your outdoor space into one seamless blend – whether it be a patio, garden, or lanai.

 

Made to Last

Outdoor furniture comes in a variety of shapes and sizes. Options include traditional wicker pieces to ultra modern transparent chairs. And don’t forget the super-hip contemporary designs. But for you get carried away (or overwhelmed), remember what matters. The most important factor for outdoor furniture, even more than normal furniture, is making sure it is durable.

Lucky for us, there is plenty of outdoor furniture made with weather resistant materials. Look for UV-protection cloth for pillows and water resistant materials like plastic and rattan for construction materials. Assess the elements at play in your outdoor space, including any extreme weather (does it snow and if so can you store stuff for the winter?) and biological life (think tree pollen or neighborhood cats). Then you’ll have an easier time choosing what works best for you.

Outdoor Furniture Guide

 

Fun in the Sun

The sun provides essential nutrients to your body, like vitamin D. For those of us inhabiting northern climates and latitudes, we need our solar fix during the summer. However much we crave having the sun on our skin, it’s important to practice moderation. Always wear sunscreen when outside for several hours.

Here are some tips to make the most of your sunny summer setup. Consider putting some furniture in the shade to give you and your guests an opportunity for a reprieve from the rays. Plan ahead and add lights and even heating elements outside so you can enjoy your garden or backyard at night or even (gasp) in winter. In the end, the best, most stylish option may be an umbrella or parasol.

Outdoor Furniture Guide

Water, Fire, Food: Everything You Need

Now that you’ve set up your outdoor area, you can enjoy all the benefits of getting out of the house. Sure, you can indulge the basics. Indoor activities like reading a book take on the feeling of a special privilege when you are outside. But don’t stop there. With a few hours well-spent on a DIY project, you can expand the functionality of your outdoors area. Time to really have some fun!

Adding rocks and stones is an easy task. Another bonus: they are ridiculously easy to maintain. Collect them together and make a fire pit. Or, if you do a fire pit and go big, consider investing in an enclosure.

Although a little more complicated, a fountain or small pool will add dimension to your backyard. If you got the money, you can get it installed. If you got the time, you can put it in yourself.

Children loves games. Come to think of it, so do adults. So if you have enough space, adding game space is a great way to keep the fun going while you enjoy the daylight. Competitive games aren’t for everyone; have you considered solo entertainment for the young ones?

It’s your party, so it’s up to you to choose the menu. A summer sunset is often the perfect time to enjoy a cocktail or a beer. Invest in a cart and a small ice bin to keep your drinks cool. If alcohol isn’t up your alley, have some snacks on hand. A dining table let’s things get more involved, and can change the dynamic of your space. Turn an afternoon outside into a long evening and serve dinner to your family beneath the stars.

Outdoor Furniture Guide

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