Yards come in all shapes and sizes, and they can be an excellent place to unwind, play, relax, exercise, or socialize. A backyard makeover may be just the thing to spruce up your outdoor space to make it more personal, usable, and beautiful. Here are five possibilities to consider in a backyard renovation.
1. Create Some Shade
Sitting on the back patio is more enjoyable without the sun beating directly into your eyes. This can be helped by having a covered wood deck built or adding pergola retractable coverings to your patio. Vined trellises can also be an appealing addition that only gets better as the seasons go on and the plants grow and flower.
2. Add Mood Lighting
Stringing fairy lights around your pergola or covered patio can create a dazzling tableau when the sun goes down. Consider adding solar lights around paths or in strategic areas to set the ambient tone and prevent trips and falls.
3. Think About Texture
A visually interesting yard usually has more than one thing to look at. You can change things up by planting perennial flowers, succulents, tall grasses, bushes, and even trees. Think about the overall look you desire and what kinds of colors and textures you like. As your private retreat, your backyard should speak to your personality and preferences. Another great way to mix up the visual impact of your yard is to add boulders or rocks to your landscaping.
4. Be Careful About Furniture
A backyard usually benefits from a comfy seating area. When looking at backyard furniture, be cognizant of the fact that the furniture will spend much of its life outside. Pay attention to aspects that can make a difference in furniture’s usability and longevity, like fabric type, wood treatment, colors, and washability. If your furniture will see a lot of sunlight, consider choosing lighter colors that won’t look faded as easily.
5. Finish With Mulch
Mulch comes in a variety of colors including many shades of black, brown, red, and gray. Spreading a nice layer of mulch around plants and on exposed dirt can not only make your backyard look more complete, but also maintain soil moisture and prevent weeds from popping up.
A backyard can be a private retreat, an oasis of safety and leisure. Following these tips may help you organize your backyard renovation and whittle down your choices to the highest-yield changes. This can help you build the backyard of your dreams for many pleasant days and nights to come.
Infographic Provided by NewTechWood America, Inc., a composite decking company
