10 Patio Upgrades for a Spectacular Property This Summer

Patio Upgrades

If you’re embarrassed to be seen on your dingy patio, you’re not alone.

Unlike the carpet in your living room or the paint on your walls, patios are often a neglected extension of the home. A common misconception is that it costs a pretty penny to update it. But that’s simply not true. The key is making smart, low-cost improvements to create a space you’re proud to entertain in.

Have you fallen out of love with your patio? It’s OK. It happens to the best of us.

Even though the patio is an extension of the home, it’s usually not treated to the same upgrades and improvements as the interior. The result is a drab, neglected outdoor space that’s rarely used. But by making a few low-cost improvements, you can create an inviting outdoor area that’s perfect for entertaining. Here are 10 easy improvements you can make that will turn your vanilla veranda into an outdoor oasis of comfort and style:

  1. Surfaces: Updating the surface of your patio is a trendy way to redesign your outdoor space. Using multiple surfaces like pavers, stones, and decomposed granite allows you to define different areas for different activities: somewhere to cook, somewhere to play, and somewhere to sit. And it doesn’t have to be expensive! Try layering outdoor rugs for an instant spruce that adds an inviting splash of color and texture.
  2. Lighting: Treat your patio to some special outdoor lighting like a spotlight for a theatrical effect or colored lanterns for a warm Bohemian feel. This upgrade has the added value of increasing visibility and making your patio safer.

In this article, 10 patio upgrades are revealed that will enhance your property and provide you with a new outdoor retreat.

Learn the Value of Growing a Home Garden

Home Garden

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Southern Living Idea House

Southern Living Idea House

We recently had an opportunity to visit the Southern Living Idea House in Bluffton, SC.  The house was approximately 30 minutes from Savannah, GA and 30 minutes from Hilton Head, SC.  This is beautiful part of the United States and one that is growing with more and more homes under construction.  Yet no so many that a peaceful environment is still very prevalent.  The home had an elegantly easy feel to it with front porches and back verandas with access to a lake.   Read More

HomeZada Home Maintenance Tip: Inspect Attic Air Vents

inspect attic air vents

Air vents are usually in the attics on the side walls. These air vents keep air circulating in the attic which can help cool the attic in the summer and provide a drying out mechanism in the winter. It is import these vents are not blocked by any debris and it can be important to ensure screens are intact with the air vents to prevent rodents and insects from Read More

Using Rugs to Add Flare to a Room

Decorating can be fun and challenging depending on your skill and confidence. One great way to create a new look in a room or throughout your home is to use a rug.  Rugs can add a feeling of comfort, a splash of bright color, or a way to cover up a flaw in your floor.  Using rugs to add flare in the room can be as simple as placing a uniquely designed or brightly colored rug right Read More