Tips to Turn Your Patio Into an Outdoor Oasis

Spring is here and the weather is warming up. It is the perfect time to enjoy the outdoors. Sprucing up your patio for a perfect outdoor living space is easy and does not cost a fortune. Here are some tips to help spruce up your patio without having to buy new patio furniture.

1. Change Out The Pillows & Add A Rug

Replacing the pillows on your patio furniture makes a huge impact. If you do not want to replace your pillows, you can purchase pillow covers (make sure the fabric is weather-resistant). If you are on a strict budget, research online for good deals on last year’s outdoor pillow styles. A weatherproof rug is a great way to add style to the area. Weatherproof rugs come in a variety of shapes, colors and designs and can be hosed down for easy cleaning.

2. Add Color

Yes, pillows, rugs and plants add color but in this tip, we are talking about paint color. Paint color is a great way to cover up a boring exterior wall or ugly fencing. If tired looking patio furniture needs sprucing up, add a fresh coat of colorful spray paint.

3. Use Creative Lighting

One of the best times to enjoy your patio is on a nice summer night. You will want to make sure your patio is properly lit after the sun goes down. In-ground solar lighting is an easy way to light up dark spaces. Taking a strand of lights and hanging them from an umbrella or a trellis enhances the ambiance. Candles are another great way to add flair to your outdoor living space. Adding candles to a table or a hanging chandelier are both simple and easy ways to accomplish this. Not only are candles a good idea but citronella-fragranced candles will keep the bugs away. The Plant Gallery in New Orleans sells premium soy blend wax citronella-fragranced candles.

4. Use Plants For Fragrance & Texture

Plants not only add color but can add fragrance and texture to your patio. We all know that scents can help with our mood, stress, sleep and improve cognitive performance. There are many great flowering plants that can be used such as jasmine, lavender, lilac, roses, lilies and sweet peas. If you do not want to use a flowering plant you can opt for mint and other herbs. Potted plants are a great way to go if you have guests or family members that are bothered by fragrant plants as they can be moved to other spaces. A great tip is to group container plants by varying height. Plants such as alocasia and elephant ears have big leaves that make a small garden space look bigger.

5. Use A Water Feature & Accessories

Water features add sound and ambiance to your patio area. If you need to block out noise from cars or noisy neighbors soothing water can help eliminate unattractive ambient noise. Most water features will need electricity within reach. If there is no electricity available, a birdbath makes a visually appealing water feature. The Garden Gates, based out of Metairie, is a great place to purchase a water feature. Accessories are a great way to tie in a theme and personalize your space. Great items such as the chinoiserie and the blue and white Chinese jar seen in the picture above give the patio a pop of color.

With these five tips and your own creative touch, you can make your patio a great outdoor summer oasis.

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