How to Make Use of Your Patio All Year Long
For a lot of people, the idea of Outdoor living can be boxed into just a few short months, due to the change seasons, however, that does not have to be the case. As the temperatures get cooler and the days get shorter, it can easily become more difficult to create a space outdoors that is comfortable and inviting. Here are some tips on how to continue to enjoy your outdoor living space all year long.
Invest in an Outdoor Heater
Perhaps the more obvious of cool weather accommodations, adding heat to your outdoor space will allow you and your guests to relax in the fresh air with warmth. Regardless of what your budget may be, there is a heater that will work for your space. Generally, outdoor heaters range between less than $100 to well over $1,000, they come in many varieties and power sources such as a table-top gas heater or a standing solar-powered heater.
Consider Getting a Fire Pit
Not only can fire pits add warmth and depth to your patio’s hard scaping, but it also creates a collaborative social atmosphere– there’s nothing more nostalgic than roasting marshmallows or telling scary stories around the flickering blaze of a real fire.
Cover Up
There is nothing that really outlines a space like adding coverage by way of roof or walls, such as a pergola. By putting in a retractable awning or a pergola you can definitely help curate a more suitable ambiance in the winter months. If you already have a covered patio, you can take it a step further by hanging outdoor curtains to contain heat and to help keep out wind or rain. Not only will this add warmth to your space, but hanging up curtains will also assist you in bringing the inside out and expand your living space.
Use Hot Beverages to Your Advantage
Hot chocolate will always be the quintessential winter warm-up, why not be a bit more exciting? Take the time to create a personalized hot beverage that you, your family or guests can enjoy to help withstand the cool weather.
Keep Grilling Throughout the Winter Months
Grilled meats and kabobs do not only have to be a summer food item, enjoy summertime barbecue inspired flavors in the winter months by utilizing your grill. For that matter, grilling can be done year-round, all you have to do is keep a pathway cleared if you are in a location that experiences snowfall. You might want to move the grill closer to the house for the winter to save yourself some steps when it’s really bitter out.
If and when the temperatures are below freezing, it can take twice as long to preheat the grill and cook your food. Keep the lid closed as much as possible when cooking, the more often you open it the longer it will take due to the release of heat.
When preparing your home for the colder months, whether it be indoor or outdoor maintenance – save the storage time and carry summertime outdoor living over into the cooler months by using these 5 tips!