We’ve written before about why a functional patio area is such a worthwhile addition to your backyard, from the benefits of an outdoor kitchen to various parties you can throw outside, whether or not you have a pool. Being able to relax outside in the shade or grill dinners for your family and friends are nearly year-round activities, and enhancing your backyard patio only makes those activities better.
If you’ve got a nice, big backyard or even just a decent patio area but you’d like to get more out of it, you’ve come to the right place. Today, we’re going to talk about the ways you can enhance your patio from small changes to total makeovers.
Outdoor Furniture
Nothing says your patio is ready for parties more than the transition to actual, outdoor furniture, replacing whatever leftover chairs and tables you’ve placed outside temporarily. There’s nothing wrong with making use of your old furniture in an outdoor setting, but if you’re looking for an upgrade and don’t feel like renovating right now, new chairs, tables, and other items are a great way to start.
There are nearly unlimited options for your patio, and it all depends on your needs. If you want to eat meals outside more often or you’re looking to host elegant evening soirees, you can pick up a table and set of chairs that won’t get damaged by outdoor weather, and are quite versatile. Or if you’ve already got a pool, grab some waterproof recliners or chairs that you can use in the shallow end or at the edge for sunbathing.
There are even more options, such as hammocks and rocking chairs, that offer total comfort and relaxation. The more available seating the better. Even if you don’t plan on hosting crazy parties, a versatile backyard means that your friends and family will want to spend more time out there, which is always a plus.
Mood Lighting
Another great way to set the scene if you’re trying to avoid actual renovation is to simply add new, better lights to your backyard. For example, if your backyard patio only has one single, blinding porch light, you can buy some string lights with large, strong bulbs that will help distribute the light evenly without casting harsh shadows or hurting your eyes.
You could also get an outdoor rope light that can go around your garden or at the base of your home’s exterior that will also add a nice, softer light to the area. If you’re hosting a lot of parties, you can also get lights that will help add light to the entire backyard and patio while also warding off annoying insects, including mosquitos. Specifically, tiki torches are an excellent solution for bugs and they can last a long time, all without forcing everyone to cover themselves in bug spray.
Outdoor Entertainment
Now that football season has arrived in full force, everyone wants to attend and enjoy watch parties in comfortable environments with plenty of seating. One solution that’s growing in popularity recently is to build an entertainment area in your backyard, specifically around the patio where a covered awning or pergola can provide protection from potential weather.
With a new covering and a mount for your flatscreen TV, your backyard patio will transform into the best spot in the neighborhood to watch the big game (though we understand if you don’t tell the whole neighborhood so you can enjoy in peace; your secret is safe with us).
Since outdoor entertainment areas have grown in popularity, more seating options are offered from more comfortable chairs to full-on weather-resistant sofas. Find the seating situation that works for you.
Build Your Dream Patio
Our final tip is our specialty: meet with an expert who can turn your backyard patio into the hangout space of your dreams. Everyone has ideas for their backyard that they disregard because they don’t have the time, resources, or energy to think about them right now. But when you’re ready to create the patio of your dreams, you can go beyond furniture and lighting.
With the right expert partner, you can add structures – like a covered awning, or a grilling station – as well as a deck or expanded patio area on the ground to make room for even more furniture. If you’ve already got a pool, you can join the two areas into one large space where everyone can relax and have fun.
Getting a custom patio means creating the perfect situation for you and your family’s needs. To learn more about the nearly limitless options available in your dream backyard, contact us today at 405.364.1912. And download our free guide to learn how to keep your pool clean daily and weekly.
