Outdoor entertaining has progressed from the once familiar barbecue grill on the back deck or a picnic table on the patio. Creative homeowners are improving their patios by adding gas patio heaters (like the ones used in sidewalk cafes) or fireplaces so they can go out in the winter. They also have special seating areas for guests. Here are some practical tips to turn your patio into a great outdoor dining or entertainment area.

Keep it private. If your patio can be seen by passers-by, it wont be a good place to read, eat or entertain guests. Give it a little privacy with the use of a screen, curtains, a trellis, or climbing vines. This will make your outdoor living area more intimate.

Make seating or dining comfortable. Depending on how you intend to use the patio, make sure it has the right furniture. Don’t overdo it though. A small bistro set wont occupy a lot of space but its good enough for a moonlit outdoor dinner. Chairs must be comfortable and soft. Provide a place where you can put your feet up. Small tables beside the lounge chairs can hold refreshments.

Select the right look for your patio. Before you choose your mosaic table, determine the colors you want to pick up in the tiles. Do you want to mimic the sunny yellows and blues of the French Riviera? Or the warm ocher reds of Southern Spain and Morocco? Use your theme when choosing colors for table decorations, pots and planters. This will give your patio a unique look.

Ensure that your outdoor furniture is built for the outdoors. Before putting anything in our patio, look for furnishings and accent pieces that do well both indoors and out. In harsher climates, some homeowners cover their tables when not in use or bring them indoors to add color to your indoor furniture.

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