Jul
21
2009
Patio and garden obelisks have four sides and normally start wider at the bottom and taper off toward the top. They can make stunning additions to your patio area. Obelisks are made from a variety of materials including wood and iron. Many have gorgeous caps or ornate designs throughout.
Jul
20
2009
Concrete is one of the most affordable options for patio flooring and there are many color and finish choices available today. Concrete doesn’t even have to look like concrete any more. You can have it made into any shape imaginable. Many homeowners are now scoring and staining concrete for unique designs.
Jul
17
2009
Even if you have a small patio area, you can have an abundance of vegetables and flowers by using containers. Patio containers are made is almost any color, style, and shape. Material options abound from terra cotta to wood barrels.
Jul
15
2009
Transform your existing patio area just by resurfacing the existing floor. With a little creativity, you can make your existing patio look like new with a resurfacing project.
Some options for resurfacing include:
1. Concrete – pour concrete over your existing flooring and then color or texturize it in hundreds of ways.
2. Bricks and Pavers – lay [...]
Jul
14
2009
If you need more patio space, you don’t have to start from scratch if you have room to add on to your existing patio area. Sometimes just a few additional feet can make a world of difference. Create more space by extending your current patio flooring or structure.
Jul
13
2009
Transform a plain cinder block wall into a beautiful backdrop for your patio area. Strategically placing trellises or pieces of lattice will help climbing vines or roses get a head start. You can also add outdoor art to your wall.