Your Designer Guide to Furnishing the Perfect Patio
There's something really nice about turning an outdoor space of your home into a comfort zone that brings about a sense of function. It's certainly a less expensive option than decorating any other space of your home. Open-air living gets you back into nature and has a 'green' appeal to it that will ultimately beg the question - who needs walls, anyway?
This transition to outdoor living requires a judicious reallocation of resources, though. Finding comfy, long-lasting furniture when outfitting your patio may be the difference between hanging out to enjoy a breath of fresh air for a while and heading indoors after a few cramped, uncomfortable minutes on a shabby patio chair.
Great patio furniture brings comfort and a sense of belonging to your outdoor spaces. With a spacious table and easy-to-use chairs, a basic brick patio is transformed into a sensory-rich dining destination. Consider outfitting a cozy porch with a wicker sofa and a classic wicker rocking chair, both stocked with ample cushions, and the porch will quickly become a second family room this summer.
Patio décor has to be more than merely attractive to withstand the elements and provide good value for your outdoor decorating dollar. Let's explore six things you should keep in mind when shopping for outdoor furnishings: