In sunny climates our outdoor living spaces are as valuable as those inside. Whether you are throwing a bbq, entertaining, or just relaxing, outdoor areas completely expand the home. Home improvements related to outdoor living can provide homeowners with a great return on investment and plenty of kudos from friends and family. Here are a few ways to make the most of your outdoor living situation at home:
Install Attractive Landscaping-
Even the addition of a few potted plants can positively transform an outdoor living area. Plants can add a touch of softness to modern designs and raw spaces like concrete patios. Using borders to accent pathways while adding a touch of green will compliment new decks and hardscaping. Planting a few trees can provide shade and even cool the space during daytime use. Flowering shrubs , vines, and native plants will add color and depth to your design and make the hardscape look complete.
Build an Outdoor Kitchen-
A covered patio is a perfect location for an “outdoor room” like a kitchen. Homeowners have tons of choices when it comes to high quality materials and finishes like stone counters, stainless steel appliances, and basically anything available inside the home kitchen. Finish off an awesome deck with a built in bbq, lighting, and an outdoor fridge. Add a jacuzzi or softub and a staycation awaits at any time. In sunny states like California, and Florida, outdoor kitchens are useful 12 months a year.
Purchase or Construct Planter Boxes-
Outdoor planter boxes are attractive and offer huge value with the ability to grow healthy vegetables right in your backyard. Planter boxes can be constructed from wood, composites, corrugated steel, or hybrid combinations of the above mentioned. Container gardens made from wine barrels can house fruit trees on smaller patios without taking up too much valuable space. Adding a trellis to your planter can allow for more versatility by growing vertically in small spaces.
Consider New Deck Railings or Fencing
Fences and railings provide an awesome opportunity to add architectural flare and safety to an outdoor living space. Modern railing systems like stainless steel cable railings and glass panels are attention grabbing and low maintenance improvements. Cable fencing can be used for perimeter barriers that need to be transparent; while glass panels can provide wind breaks for outdoor dining and nighttime entertaining.
Use Low Maintenance Composite Decking Products-
Low upkeep improvements are the best kind! Composite decking is definitely low maintenance. If you don’t want to refinish your deck and a 25 year product warrantee catches your interest, then installing a Trex or Azek deck may be the best option. Composite decks feel good under bare feet and require little more that an occasional hose down. When combined with a low maintenance cable railing system these decks are a turnkey solution for 30 plus years of outdoor living enjoyment.
If you would like to learn more about transforming your outdoor living space our pro’s can help. We have an entire product line of railings and fencing, preferred installers and nationwide shipping. Give us a call at 844-277-7327 or visit the quote request page for pricing and quotes!
