Make your backyard bearable this summer with these backyard hacks!
Summers are getting hotter, and as a result spending time outdoors is becoming more and more difficult.
Luckily we’ve come up with some ways to make your backyard more bearable! Follow one or all of these tips and you’ll find yourself enjoying summer in no time.
Add a shaded entertaining area
Building an entertaining area in your backyard is one of the best ways to combat the weather.
A well-built pergola, verandah or patio will enhance the style, value and functionality of your home, all while giving you an inviting place to relax.
A pergola will also allow you to entertain friends and family whenever you like!
You can also add a set of stylish outdoor blinds for an extra level of protection.
Add other shaded areas
Building a pergola isn’t the only way to beat the heat. There are quicker and cheaper ways as well!
If you have a bit of a green thumb, one long-term option is to plant a few trees. It’s a natural, environmentally friendly solution and it’ll really brighten up your backyard.
You can also invest in a shade umbrella or shade sail, depending on the size of your yard.
These are some quick and easy ways to make your backyard more bearable during summer.
Create a cool-down zone
If you’ve got a patio or pergola, create a cool-down zone that you can enjoy on those warmer days.
One of the best ways to do this is to mount a misting system around your patio or deck.
These work by releasing a fine mist that absorbs heat and cools down the entire area.
Adding a ceiling fan or a running water feature can also make your backyard more bearable during summer.
Attract some feathered friends
Humans aren’t the only ones who like to keep cool during summer!
Installing a birdbath in your back garden can have an incredibly positive effect on your yard.
A well-built bath will attract birds and other wildlife to your garden, especially in the warmer months when water is harder to come by.
Best of all, birds will use your bath all year round!
We’ve even found some DIY birdbath ideas that will keep you and the kids occupied for hours.
Install a swimming pool
The best way to cool off during summer in Australia has always been the tried and true method of jumping in the pool.
They can be expensive, but installing a swimming pool in your backyard has a number of benefits.
On average, homeowners with swimming pools in their yards are happier, healthier and more motivated. Imagine being able to take a quick dip whenever you feel like it!
On top of that, a pool will add value to your home! This means that if you do eventually decide to sell, you’ll be able to increase the asking price.
A swimming pool really is the ultimate way to make your backyard bearable during summer.
Do you have any handy hints to help beat the heat in summer? Let us know!
Get set for summer!
Did you know that outdoor home improvements can take up to a month to complete? If you require council approval, it can sometimes take even longer.
If you’ve been thinking about investing in a set of outdoor blinds, roller shutters, artificial grass, a pergola, verandah, timber deck or even a swimming pool, there’s no better time than now.
