6 ways to prepare your patio for Spring

Many people are eagerly anticipating the warm weather, but are our patios prepared? Now is the time to get ready for the next outdoor feasts, cocktail hours, and picnics. Preparing your patio for the season can make entertaining easier. Let's explore how you can bring your patio to life this Spring.

1. Check for winter damage

Before you can enjoy the space, you might need to make some significant repairs to your patio, depending on its condition. Examining your patio for winter damage is the first step in getting it ready for the spring. Take a close look around to determine if your patio has any damage that requires repair.

Remember to check wooden decking for loose railings and boards. Additionally, pay close attention to any indications of rot or mould in the wood. Look for chips, cracks, and loose stones in stone or tile patio pavers.

2. Spring clean the dirt away

Once you've fixed the damage, it's time to spring clean your patio. To avoid causing harm to the wood, use a soft-bristled brush to scrub away any dirt or grime from hardwood decking. The remaining debris from the winter may then be blasted away by using a pressure washer on its lowest setting to rinse your deck.

Be sure to get rid of any weeds that have climbed up through the crevices in your stone patio. Then, use a stiff-bristled brush and a solution of warm water and vinegar to clean your patio stones. Use the pressure washer once more to get rid of dirt and stains that are more challenging to remove.

3. Freshen up the furniture

Your patio furniture certainly needs a thorough rinse while you're at it. Furniture that was kept throughout the winter may be dirty or dusty from lack of usage. To get rid of stains and get everything clean for the spring, you should throw your patio chair coverings in the washing machine. Consider replacing your worn-out furniture with some of our ample range of patio furniture if it is starting to show signs of overuse.

4. Create a shaded environment

One of the nicest things about being outside is basking in the sun, but if it starts to become too hot, you'll want a spot to go to. Add a durable patio canopy or construct a covered shade structure with cloth and a pergola. Additionally, you may hang drapes from your patio or pergola to let the heat of the afternoon sun in. Additionally, curtains will offer seclusion from curious neighbours.

5. Brighten up with lighting

Install ambient lighting on railings, along the patio's perimeter, on steps, and in the landscaping, especially if you want to use your patio after dark. A lit deck will make it possible for the cook to see what they are preparing, stop visitors from stumbling in the dark, and extend the celebration long into dusk.

6. Create a patio that is an extension of your home

If you have a small patio and room for improvement, it is quite simple to expand it to make it spacious and more useful. Alternatively, you could choose to remove the little patio entirely and build something new.

When designing your extended patio, choose a layout that will reflect the spaces you most enjoy in your home. For instance, the dining room, kitchen, and living room. You can include a cooking and grilling area, room for a large dining table to accommodate everyone, and a portion for a cosy couch and chairs.

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