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Choose the ideal furniture for comfort and style
Notes:
- When it comes to choosing outdoor furniture, there are two main things you want to be aware of, which are comfort and style.
- Ideally, you want to be able to spend hours at a time outdoors, so the furniture needs to be comfortable and welcoming enough to do so. At the same time, it can help to set the atmosphere and look of your outdoor area depending on the style, color, material, and size of pieces you choose.
- Be sure to also be aware of quality as you shop for the perfect pieces. Outdoor furniture will be exposed to all the harsh climate conditions, so it needs to be able to stand up to those elements.
- QUESTION?
Outdoor Furniture Materials Guide
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WHAT DO YOU SEE IN THE PHOTO?
- a nice array of outdoor furniture for conversation and sitting
- the types of furniture include outdoor sofas, lounge chairs, side stands, beverage tables and a round sun shade
- you will find the furniture arranged on a large stone patio next to a set of trees for shade
- any other ideas ___________?
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some outdoor furniture ideas to consider
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second “photo remodeling” idea
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Create multi-purpose zones or spaces
Notes:
- It’s also a good idea to think in terms of multi-purpose as you set up the various areas, spaces, and zones in your backyard.
- For example, rather than just a seating area with a couple of chairs, maybe you’d also like to add an outdoor fire pit or fireplace ideal for roasting marshmallows and keeping every cozy and warm on a cool spring or fall evening?
- QUESTION?
DIY Fire Pit
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WHAT DO YOU SEE IN THE PHOTO?
- a custom built patio fire pit with room to arrange camp chairs around the pit to enjoy a fire
- the fire pit has been placed a nice distance from the home structure to avoid any mishap – yet close enough to move from the patio dining area to the fire pit area
- note the several dining and lounge areas – one under the covered patio – another under open pergola – one for shade and another for partial sun
- for your dining area, nice to have some shade such as a pergola for meal enjoyment
- any other ideas ___________?
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some patio entertaining ideas to consider
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third “photo remodeling” idea
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Provide at least one shady area
Notes:
- And while the sunshine feels fabulous most of the time, there’s still going to be a need for shade. Providing at least one spot where people can get out of the sun will be imperative.
- One of the easiest ways to do this is to purchase one of the oversized patio umbrellas that you can move around and position anywhere you like.
- This is a flexible solution that will work in a wide variety of backyard spaces.
- QUESTION?
The best patio umbrellas
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WHAT DO YOU SEE IN THE PHOTO?
- nice pool side patio with sitting sofas and beverage tables
- with a swimming pool, you want to avoid shade trees being nearby that can mess up the pool
- so you can use two large offset patio umbrellas to provide the shade for lounging after a sunny swim
- add some greenery using wicker planters with planted palms and other container shrubs
- any other ideas ___________?
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some patio umbrella ideas to consider
offset patio umbrellapatio umbrella w/ lightswicker planters outdoor
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fourth “photo remodeling” idea
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Mimic the colors of your garden
Notes:
- When it comes to your pops of colors in the outdoor dishes, furniture cushions, and place mats, why not mimic the colors of your garden and let that be your color palette?
- This will help to brighten up the space, bring a sense of nature to your décor, and help with flow.
- QUESTION?
How to Match the Landscape of Your Lawn with Your Patio
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WHAT DO YOU SEE IN THE PHOTO?
- white stone patio area with a solid wood fence for property boundary and privacy
- matching the patio look are two white bean bag chairs and hammock – blending nicely with the white stone
- matching the style of the wood fence are the wood swing chair and bed lounge
- note how they decorated the wall with hanging plants and adjacent tree planters
- any other ideas ___________?
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some outdoor relaxing to consider
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fifth and last “photo remodeling” idea
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Include outdoor lighting to extend the use of the area
Notes:
- Finally, you want to include outdoor lighting to your entertainment area so that you can extend its use. This will allow you to enjoy outdoor entertaining even once the sun has set.
- It displays as a small decor piece that adds to your garden landscaping.
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CONCLUSION
Following these tips will ensure you create the ideal set-up for outdoor entertaining.
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WHAT DO YOU SEE IN THE PHOTO?
- small fenced-in backyard with patio and sitting area all connecect with a stone pathway
- the area has been illuminated with string LED lights the follow the perimeter of the pathway
- this give you enough lighting to enjoy an evening meal and/or conversation
- note how the trees have been trimmed to show the full shape of the tree
- any other ideas ___________?
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some outdoor lighting to consider
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your outdoor entertaining area
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