Patio decorating ideas
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During the summer months there is nothing we like more than to get outside! Patios are a way to bring the comforts of the indoors out! You can make a patio in the front of your home or tuck it away in your back yard. Your patio could be the private getaway you have always dreamed of. There are a few essentials in planning your patio decorating that will be reviewed in this lens.
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Patio Lights
Lighting is an essential element of patio decoration. Of course its function is to provide necessary lighting to see at night,but it also can be used to create atmosphere. Soft lighting can create a warm and inviting effect. Colorful lights invite playfulness. Colored lights placed in the right way can be intriguing.There are such a wide variety of ways to light your patio too. You can have lights actually in the flooring amongst your patio stones. You can hang lights on string from tree to tree or around your gazebo. With the invention of solar lighting there is no limit to the possibilities of lighting your deck or patio.
Lighting for your patio
Light up the night!
You can light up the night in all sort of ways! Place a strand of white Lights on a bush, string up Globe lights along the deck roof or tuck away a standing lamp in a corner.
Solar Lighting for your Patio
Use the sun to light up your patio!
As I mentioned before, lighting is now available in solar power! Solar powered lights often give off at least 6 hours of light. One of the major benefits is that you don't have to pay an electric bill! Another benefit is that Solar powered lights are in all shapes and sizes. Not only can they be found on strings, the can be found as garden light stakes and even a fairy.
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veryirie
Jun 28, 2011 @ 1:32 pm | delete
- I didn't realize there were so many choices in solar lighting. We use our lanai year round here, so this would definitely save on the electric bill and they are much more attractive too.
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MaxReily
Jun 25, 2011 @ 2:25 pm | delete
- We use the "tube lights"--the LED lights encased in a clear, flexible plastic tube about 12 feet long. Our patio is roofed, and we run them the length of the roof. Just enough light to see and socialize at night, but never glaring. I'd think they'd also be pretty on the ground, woven in and out between plants or shrubbery--but those would need to be safe for outdoor use
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Patio Plants
A major component of a [patio is to decorate it with your favorite plants. You will need to pick out plants depending on the lighting situation on your patio, You will also have to take in consideration space. You don't want a plant that is too tall or too wide. Plants in a variety of colorful containers bring a warmth to the area. When thinking about plants you will have to choose according to the function of your patio. Is it for a informal gathering? Is a patio for parties? You want to think about the positions of plants. Is it best to plant them in gardens? Is it better to have them in containers so they can be moved around easier?Remember that plants are a commitment so don't purchase more plants that you can take care of. If you are an avid gardener then this picture below might illustrate the types of plants you will want in or around your patio. This person put in a pergola to grow plants on. Pergolas are great for adding privacy to a patio. If you have any woodworking skills then I have no doubt you can pick up the materials and make one yourself!
Pergolas
If you are not fortunate enough to have someone build a pergola for you, then you can purchase one. There are several to choose from.
Planters
Containers for plants can let your whimsical personality show through. Check out the selection below for the creative types of planters available. Of course the planters do not have to be extravagant if you want your flowers to take the show!
Stepping stones
Stepping stones
Stepping stones are a great way to personalize your patio! Even if you can't bear to step on one you could always use it as a decoration to hang around your plants! Did you know you can make your own stepping stones? Check out the kits below that help you make your own mosaic stepping stones. Want a simpler look? Iron made stepping stepping stones are a simple but elegant way to add class to your patio. ( and yes these look great hanging up too!)
Firepits
Fire pits are a great way to warm up your patio, literally! There are many styles to choose from.They can add a certain bit of ambiance to the night. If you are a person who likes to do it himself/herself, checkout the list of links on how to build your own firepit! Firepits
Check out the vast selection of firepits.
How to build your own firepit.
Are you a handy man, or a handy woman? Then you could most likely make your firepit! Check out these links below to see how easy it can be!
How To Build a Fire Pit
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Patio Decorations
Patio Decorations make the patio yours! One of the best ways to decorate your patio is with statues. There are many statues available. They can be whimsical or beautiful. A lot of the statues are made of resin so they are lightweight and easy to place. Here are a few of my favorites. Patio Statues
Patio statues add a lot of life to your garden, deck or patio.
Make your own patio decorations
Here are some inexpensive ways to make your own patio decorations
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Other helpful links!
- Outdoor Furniture for Patios
- Need some ideas on how to decorate with patio furniture? Check out this selection!
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