Adding Color To Your Patio Furniture

Submitted by: Hazel Jennings

One barrier many outdoor livers run into is the problem of using color with their patio furniture sets. It s often thought that too many Cedar and Pine pieces will overwhelm any space with a brown, wood tone. But, adding color to your outdoor living space will spruce up your patio furniture and allow it to be holistically designed and stylish. Though, take caution, too many colors and patterns will make your porch or gazebo look too busy.

Use Paint: The most obvious choice is to use paint on your patio furniture. Cedar outdoor furniture won t take paint well, so it s best to just stick with a stain sealant. But all varieties of pine and cypress work well with paint. If you re creating both a sitting and outdoor dining area, try painting both sets of patio furniture different colors to create more separation between the two living areas. Though, if possible, consult with a paint expert at the store to pair colors that have a similar tone or richness to make sure the contrast isn t too jarring. Put Up Patio Umbrellas: Though this isn t the best option for those creating outdoor dining areas under porches or inside gazebos, anyone with patio furniture out in the open should consider a patio umbrella. Not only does it provide protection from the sun s harmful rays, it is also a wonderful opportunity to add some corresponding color. Modern patio umbrellas come in nearly any combination of colors and patterns, so choose carefully. You want an outdoor umbrella that coordinates with the rest of your decorating scheme, so it s important to have ideas in mind before you start looking around for one.

Coordinate Outdoor Furniture Cushions and Throw Pillows: Have you read this far and are still thinking, Well, I have Cedar patio furniture and I m using it in my gazebo. Don t you have anything for me? Yes, I do! Outdoor furniture cushions and throw pillows will create instant colored accents to your outdoor seating group. If you re worried that your cushions will become ruined sitting outdoors, you can breathe a sigh of relief. Most modern outdoor furniture cushions use special soft-woven techniques to create incredible durability and mildew resistance without sacrificing style or comfort. Outdoor throw pillows are a great way to add some exciting patterns to your patio furniture. Matched with a solid colored outdoor furniture cushion, a striped or patterned throw pillow that coordinates with the surrounding colors works well to add interest. As long as you brush off any dirt and put them away in the winter, your outdoor furniture cushions should serve you well in both comfort and style!

Accent with Table Cloths and Outdoor Dishes: A picnic table or outdoor dining set is a great place to add some soft color. Something as easy as a table cloth or placemat can be changed easily to mix things up for a special occasion or holiday. If you already have special dishware for outdoor dining, it can be fun to match one of the colors or designs in your dishes to a new table cloth. If you haven t yet invested in picnicking dishware, shop for table clothes, place mats, and outdoor dishes together to make sure to create a well-designed and well-balanced set. Bringing the entire area together will make it look as refined as your indoor dining room!

Grow or Pot Colorful Flowers: Of course, the most natural way to bring color to your patio furniture group is through flowers. Whether you choose yellow and white daisies, red tulips, or green foliage the natural coloring is sure to compliment almost any design scheme. Plus, living and growing color adds a certain depth that even fabrics cannot match. Try using windows boxes, planters, or planter tubs and arrange them on the steps of your porch or surrounding your patio furniture. It can either continue your garden onto your porch, or create a garden if there never was one!

Using color in your outdoor rooms is as important as the porch swings, picnic tables, and other patio furniture that invite everyone to come together. And, having an outdoor living space that s as colorful and masterfully decorated as your interiors does not require a lot of maintenance or incredible design expertise. Outdoor living is about leaving the anxiety of everyday life at the door; don t let it become drab and certainly don t let it become stressful! Relax. Have fun!

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