The sun is finally shining and summer is in the air! Whether you are getting your home ready to sell, or simply want to give your patio a face lift that you can enjoy, there are many budget friendly ways to get the most out of your outdoor space. Houzz.com came up with these helpful tips:
1. Shed some light.
If you’re not ready to commit to the installation of a new lighting scheme, a simple string of globe or twinkle lights overhead can impart the same effect. By stringing the lights overhead, you’re essentially creating a ceiling plane, which helps make the space feel cozier and more inviting. Nothing keeps people outside, enjoying a garden after dark, like a beautifully lit patio.
2. Give it a fresh coat.
Before setting your furniture out for the season, give it a once-over. Are there any scuffs, maybe a few splinters? If you have natural-colored wood furniture, give those rough spots a quick sanding and apply a fresh coat of an outdoor finish.
3. Put a rug down. It may seem simple, but dressing up the floor plane by adding an outdoor rug that picks up the color of your home or the colors used in the surrounding landscape can transform an OK space into an “oh boy!” space. An outdoor rug works double duty by softening the hardscape and pulling the scene together.
4. Add shade.
Instead of retreating indoors this year, try installing a simple rod and curtain that you can draw for a little relief. Not only will you get the shade you crave, but you’ll also have the benefit of a bit more privacy, should you desire it.
5. Remember the details. Sometimes the smallest thing can make the biggest difference. It’s no different when adding the finishing touches to your outdoor space. It can be as simple as adding a few colorful pillows to create a cozy corner, or or adding carefully placed candles to light a path and draw a visitor into the garden.
If you’re a seller who has been wondering if it might finally be time to sell, email us at concierge@lizmoore.com, or click below, and we can prepare a complimentary analysis of market value for you – you just may be pleasantly surprised.
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