With the long months of winter finally drawing to a close, many people are starting to look forward to the bright, warm days of spring and summer that lie ahead. Not only are days going to be getting longer, but it will be time, at last, to start planning your outdoor events. Anyone who enjoys grilling up a feast for family and friends will be excited at the prospect of spring arriving.
That being said, you will want to ensure that you have the perfect patio setup all cleaned and ready to go for the start of grilling weather. If you have the right space in mind but have yet to pull the trigger on your patio project, now is the perfect time to do so.
In order to create the ultimate backyard patio, there are a few key things that you will need. Here are three items that you will want to get in order to make sure that your patio is perfectly set up and ready for spring.
1. Seating
First and foremost, you will want to ensure that your patio is set up with the right amount of seating for your backyard gatherings. There are a variety of options to choose from for seating, and the one that you go with will depend on the sort of design that you are going for.
If, for instance, you want to create more lounging space, you can look into outdoor sofa lounges or wraparound seating. Those who want to have a place for guests to sit and eat should consider a table and chairs complete with a large umbrella or sunshade. Whatever type of patio furniture you decide to invest in, make sure that you take the necessary precautions to protect your furniture from critters and inclement weather.
2. A Grill
Whether you are a grilling expert or are just getting into this type of cooking, you will want to make sure that your patio is equipped with a decent grill for spring. You will be surprised just how much use you get from a grill throughout the spring and summer months this year. Many people even stretch their grilling season into late fall.
Choosing the right grill can take some time. You will have to decide between a gas grill or a charcoal grill, an argument that keeps grilling experts quite busy. The grill you go with should also be big enough to accommodate the amount of food that you will want to cook all at once.
3. Plants
In creating the perfect patio for spring, you also should consider incorporating some plants into the mix. Plants are the perfect way to create continuity of design between your yard and patio, and they can also provide the perfect pop of color to space. Some plants even act as natural insect repellants to keep buzzing bugs away from you and your guests throughout spring and summer.