Get Your Patio Ready For Summer Entertaining With Our Top Tips

With summer just around the corner! Now is the time to upgrade your patio and show your backyard a little TLC. Here are some of our top tips to get your home ready for outdoor entertainment.

Bring Your Lawn Back To Life

The winter and pets can be tough on your lawn, which now may be in need of repair. Late April into early May is a perfect time weather-wise to begin repairing and seeding your lawn. Whether you are looking to over-seed or your lawn is in desperate need of repair, make sure to start with a good foundation. Before getting started, you will need to do some prep work. Give your lawn a good once-over with a rake to ensure that you’ve removed the excess thatch. After seeding, you will need to keep your lawn adequately watered until germination happens. Experts also advise that you keep watering regularly until new grass reaches at least an inch in height. We highly recommend visiting your local garden centre or chatting with a landscape expert to get the product and process that are right for your lawns needs.

Clean & Seal

Start summer off on the right foot with crisp, clean hardscape. Because you’ve likely stored your patio furniture for the winter, this is is an ideal time to give your exterior elements, patio and decking a good power washing and cleaning to rid those surfaces of winter grime. With a fresh and clean canvas, you will be ready to move on to staining, seal or painting your dated decking or be ready to set the stage with patio furniture and accessories.

Add Some Comfort With A Splash Of Glam

Take your patio and outdoor entertaining space to the next level by upgrading some of your decor and core pieces. A propane-powered fire pit is an effective way to introduce some ambiance to your backyard and bring a little bit of country to the city. We also highly recommend investing in a gazebo, pergola or other shade structure that will give you a break from the elements if you’re in a particularly sunny spot. Even something as small as adding outdoor toss cushions and some string lighting can amp up your backyard!

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