Get Ready For Summer

Outdoor season is upon us, which means it’s time to prepare your space for a time full of fun and festivities. A few small changes can have a big impact on your entertaining and overall enjoyment, so let’s take a look at some easy outdoor updates to help you take advantage of your backyard, patio, deck, or yard (in style) all summer long!

SOFTEN UP Your Seating

Adding cushions or pillows to outdoor furniture will bring some much-needed softness (and make you a lot more comfortable while lounging.) Whether it’s a dining chair cushion or a grouping on an armchair, it’s a great way to introduce some color and texture to a patio that’s looking a little plain. Just make sure you’re purchasing pillows in outdoor-friendly fabrics, which will stand up to the elements and resist fading.

LIGHT UP Your Exterior

Take advantage of the outdoors anytime by shedding some light on your backyard. Hanging a set of string lights over a dining or seating area is a lovely way to cast a warm glow (just make sure they’re a warm white- no one wants to be blinded while trying relax!) And if you can’t suspend lights overhead, you can always drape them over a railing or line the perimeter of a door or window.

WARM UP With A Firepit

Even the warmest summer nights can get a bit chilly when the sun goes down. So keep things feeling nice and toasty with a firepit. While a built-in gas firepit is a dream addition, a budget-friendly option is a freestanding propane or wood-burning model that can be stored away when not in use. Besides providing warmth, a firepit is perfect for toasting marshmallows and creating a great ambiance!