Porch and Patio Ideas
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Welcome
If your home is your castle, then your porch, patio or deck should be your courtyard. Whether you have a small, private enclosure, or a vast expanse of individual garden rooms, Porch and Patio Ideas will help you find ways to make the most of your outdoor living areas.
Want to create a cool and shady patio garden corner like this? We can help you learn how.
You'll find articles on container gardening, outdoor
temperature and humidity control, and such esoteric endeavors as growing moss
(hint: You might want to use buttermilk).
You'll also find lots of great information about the latest in patio building surfaces — from simple concrete, to ready-made pavers, to natural flagstone — and how to make them work for you.
If you live in an arid, southwestern environment, you'll love our tips on how to keep cool in the heat of summer, and how to enjoy your porch, patio or deck year-round. Is your climate more temperate? Make the most of the seasons by avoiding annoying insects, and keep comfy despite the humidity. If you live in a cooler climate, you might benefit from an enclosed porch, covered patio or deck, or three-season sunroom.
Want to invest in quality outdoor furniture, but don't know what material is right for you? Get information in our
outdoor furniture section. Maybe your idea of the perfect outdoor getaway is as
simple as a wooden balcony with a couple of old-style rocking chairs. We'll be hunting down the best in
hand-crafted outdoor furniture.
Of course, we aren't averse to luxury — if you're ready to upgrade your outdoor living experience, we can help you find exactly what you want with our side-by-side comparisons and reviews.
Ready to get started? Browse the site using the links at the top of the page, or find just what you're looking for with the search function. We'll be bringing you new ideas on a regular basis, so be sure to bookmark this site (Netscape and FireFox users, press "CTRL-D") now — and please come back often.