Outdoor Spring Cleaning

Spring is in the air, and will be here before you know it, which means it's time to dust off the winter blues, and get your outdoor areas ready for warm-weather fun.

The first thing you need to do is get all of the dirt, dust, and leaves off of your patio or deck areas. Give it a quick sweep then spray it down to remove anything winter left behind.

Second, bring your patio furniture out of the garage. Spray it down and use a rag to wip off any dirt or dust that has accumulated from being in storage. Try placing your patio set or bench in a different area of your yard to breathe new life into an old space. If your patio set needs some sprucing up, adding cushions can make it look and feel like a whole new patio set.

Next, fire up you barbecue and clean out your beverage coolers for your many upcoming summer events.

Finally, add outdoor accessories to create the perfect space. Plant stands, candle holders, and garden accents complete the stylish look you are trying to create for Spring.

Turn Your Porch Into A Second Living Room

The essence of any great living room space contains both comfortable and functional aspects. Creating a porch that personifies these qualities is simple and will recreate your porch into a second living room!

When browsing patio furniture, choose large pieces for a warm home appeal. All Weather Wicker sets can help provide this sense of calm luxury. Try to intertwine your all weather wicker furniture around available porch space. Place large all weather wicker chairs in corners and line larger areas with a 3 person couch or glider. Try adding furniture cushions for extra comfort and versatility.

Once you have achieved your optimal furniture layout, placement of accessories will tie the porch together to form the living room image.

Insert an over sized rug with bold colors or patterns to compliment the more dainty all weather wicker pieces. The rug will act as a centerpiece and welcoming feature for your porch. Colored pillows cornered in large all weather wicker furniture are both alluring and comfortable accents.

Lastly, shed some light on your second living room by strategically placing candle holders. These porch accessories are ideal for producing a cozy and warm quality.

When you pair large patio furniture with warm and colorful features, you are creatively creating a porch with all the comforts of home.