Here Are Five Tips to Winter-proof Your Backyard
Weather stations predict this year’s winter to be the coldest winter…
Spending time in your backyard can be tough during winter, but here are some tips to make your outdoor living space more inviting during the colder months.
Just because the days are getting colder doesn’t mean you need to spend all your time sitting inside and staring out the window.
Follow these simple tips to improve your backyard entertaining area and make the most of winter!
1. Make your existing space cosier
A great way to improve on the space you already have is by adding outdoor blinds to your patio or pergola.
This will create an enclosed space, providing protection from the elements.
Outdoor rugs and cushions can also be a great way to make your backyard seem warmer, which brings us to our next point…
2. Set up an outdoor lounge
Couch cushions and blankets in an undercover entertaining area can turn even the most uninviting outdoor area into a warm and inviting retreat.
Add a space heater into the mix and brew a nice hot cup of coffee, and you’ll find that you’re actually looking forward to those chilly winter afternoons.
An added bonus of an outdoor lounge is being able to entertain friends and family, be it just enjoying a few drinks together or a three-course meal.
3. Build a fire pit
What better way to enjoy a winter’s night than around a fire with your friends?
A built-in fire pit can be a striking feature, and it can be a great way to make your backyard more habitable during winter.
Just imagine it: sitting on your outdoor lounge, draped in a rug, warming your hands on your built in fire pit.
Sounds pretty great, doesn’t it?
Fire pits come in all shapes and sizes, with decorative features and themed chimneys being a great way to make yours stand out from the rest.
4. Lay down some artificial grass
Artificial grass lawns are quickly becoming the preferred lawn option for many families.
They’re great all year round, but the advantages in winter are sure to have you heading outside to enjoy those nippy evenings.
You can duck out for a quick game of bocce or to play with the dog and not have to worry about getting muddy footprints everywhere when you eventually come back inside.
On top of that, artificial lawn requires very little maintenance, feels almost as real as natural lawn and is friendly to both children and pets.
The best part is that artificial lawns stay green all year round, with no watering or mowing whatsoever.
Head over to our website to check out our range of artificial grass lawns, and contact us for a measure and quote today.
5. Splash out on a spa!
Spas can be a great way to warm up in winter, especially with a glass of wine and a relaxing Spotify playlist on in the background.
They’re perfect for relaxation, rejuvenation and hydrotherapy during the winter, although the trip from the spa back to the house might get a little cold!
There are lots of ways to spruce up your backyard for winter, but doing any or all of the above are sure-fire ways to make your backyard much more inviting.
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Australian Outdoor Living is passionate about helping people love their life outdoors. We offer a range of products, including:
- Outdoor blinds
- Artificial grass
- Roller shutters
- Concrete and fibreglass swimming pools
- Carports
- Timber decking
- Pergolas, verandah and patios
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