We all can be a little narrow minded when it comes to our home decorating. At times we fear that anything different or nontraditional is too drastic and severe. It took a long time for me to realize that I had been stuck in a place of boring, lackluster and mindless design. Always placing the couch against the wall along with the television as the typical focal point, no matter how big and distracting it was.
I'd like to get you to think about taking a step in a direction you normally would avoid and that's the outdoors. Right outside your backdoor is a blank canvas waiting to be fashioned into a picture that reflects you and your family's desires and imaginings.
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A great way to begin a design of your outdoor area is to start with good quality outdoor furniture. Deep seating chairs made of teak wood can give you a traditional look but they are anything but traditional. Teak can be a great choice for anyone who is not interested in the upkeep and high maintenance of conventional wood. Teak doesn't need to be stained or treated because it has natural oils that keep the wood from warping or rotting. It even serves as a natural defense against insect infestation. It is one of the hardest, strongest and most resilient of all timbers. The texture stays smooth and never splints even after years of being exposed to the elements.
You can start by using deep seating chairs used like recliners outside your home. Placing ottomans in front for full relaxation is perfect after a long day of work. The ultimate outdoor experience is always adding the comforts of home to your space and deep seating chair cushions are a necessity. Your fabric options are endless when it comes to outdoor Sunbrella acrylic fabrics. Unlike traditional outdoor fabric where they coat only the top layer of fabric with color, Sunbrella saturates the fibers all the way through so your color will not fade. They also dry very quickly in wet weather which helps fight against mold and mildew.
Having a room outdoors is not just for those that live in warmer climates. You have an enormous amount of selection in the creation of your outdoor living area. You want what will suit your lifestyle. Living in a colder climate will definitely require more heating mechanisms. A fire pit or a patio hearth fireplace will allow warmth and comfort to the outdoors. What a terrific place to lounge on a cold night sipping hot chocolate with family.
Adding those additional touches like planters, urns and coffee tables complete your design space. This is usually the easy part. Just remember that less is more. Too many items can be distracting to the eye and take away from your focal point of your space. Consider color, texture and approach when you include those extra items.
If you're not sure what color pallet you want, look at a certain belonging that you love, maybe a vase that you've had for years or a painting that encompasses all your favorite colors. Just remember balance. When you decide neutral for your deep seating chairs or furniture than decide to use pops of color on top of these neutral items. It's all in what makes you content and satisfied. So start thinking outside the box of traditional design and imagine greater possibilities.