Pimp Your Patio for Summer!

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Stuart MaxxWe are rolling into summer and the temperature is rising. November is a very pleasant month in Brisbane, with daily temperatures in the mid-20s and the nights not too hot and sticky. It is around this time that many Aussies start looking at their patios with a view to planning some outdoor parties.Take a good look at your patio. Is it tired, worn around the edges, and in need of some TLC? If the answer is yes, read on for some helpful tips on how to revamp your patio for summer – without spending a fortune.Spring CleaningIdeally, you should clean your patio regularly, but if life has been hectic and you haven’t done much in the way of maintenance lately, now is a good time to catch up on some essential tasks.The first job is to clean your patio roof

and screens. Grab a bucket of warm, soapy water, and be prepared to get wet. A power washer is a quick and easy way to remove dust and dirt, but it won’t touch ingrained grime and mould. For that, there is no substitute for hard graft.

Wipe down and scrub all the dirt and mould. It’s hard work, but if you don’t keep on top of the cleaning, metal surfaces will attract salt and corrode.One area where a power washer does come in handy is on the floor. Use a power washing attachment to scrub your patio floor clean. It works a treat on concrete, tiles, and hard surfaces. Once your floor is nice and clean, reseal and add fresh grout if you have a tiled floor, re-varnish a timber floor, or invest in some new rugs.Patio DecorationNow is an excellent time to start looking for some new patio furniture. If your table and chairs have seen better days, invest in some stylish new furniture. Look for patio furniture with UV resistant fabrics. Modern all-weather outdoor furniture will go the distance without fading in strong sunlight or succumbing to damp weather if you live in Southern Australia.Lighting is important on a patio, especially if you love to entertain in the evening. Fit some solar lights. Solar string lights are very pretty at night, but make sure you hang them where they have access to direct sunlight.If you are decorating on the cheap, add a few new cushions, a throw for an outdoor sofa, or hang some pretty decorative pieces on the wall.Plants and FlowersA patio is a great place to cultivate plants and flowers. Buy or make containers and choose some attractive plants for your patio area. Golden Cane palms do well in large pots and ferns are very attractive in hanging baskets. If you want some colour, look out for Camellias, Begonias, Kangaroo Paws, and Bromeliads. All do well in containers and patios. So long as you remember to water your containers and baskets, you can look forward to a summer of greenery.You don’t need to spend much money pimping your patio, but if you decide to add a new roof or replace the entire thing, give us a call!For more information kindly visit: Firstchoicepatios.com.au

Stuart M is a passionate content writer, blogger and social media marketer with more than 6 years of experience. He believes in giving value and quality information on all the articles that he has written.

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