Slowly the muggy days of summer are giving way to autumn. In come cooler, sunny days and we can enjoy the outdoors without those pesky natural pests. Are you thinking that all those fun picnics and barbeques are over for another year? Think again! Our backyard can continue to be a focus of entertainment and fun, all we need to do is build the right atmosphere and we can entertain outside any time of day or year.
What we need is basically 3 key elements:
Sturdy, attractive and comfortable seating, well placed lighting, and a source of heat (for the colder times).
Our first element, sturdy and attractive seating, is available in a variety of materials, such as wrought iron, stone and several types of wood. Canada has huge forests in the north and one of the trees that makes wonderful outdoor furniture is the Red Cedar. Red cedar is affordable and makes long lasting and comfortable outdoor furniture, it also emits a delightful scent. Much of the Adirondack style outdoor furniture has been made from western red cedar. (you might enjoy browsing one of my favorite sites when you have a minute www.outdoorcedars.com) Cedar is a healthier choice for outdoor furniture than wood materials that have been treated with preservatives. It doesn’t warp and its fibers contain oils that help the wood resist rot and decay. This makes it excellent for moist or humid climates and needs very little maintenance. Add a few colorful cushions on the chairs, some brightly colored dishes, the smell of a barbeque on the go and the cheerful glow of candles as evening sets in and your guests may wish to purr with contentment.
And speaking of candles, they provide atmosphere, but there are many other attractive ways to light your backyard space as well to add comfort and enjoyment.
Join me as we talk about this second essential element next week…
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