If you are looking to have a stylish garden then you will be aware that the patio is an important area to get right. In most gardens it is the focal point we all look at when we go into the garden and it is vital that it looks as attractive as possible and complements the overall look of your garden. Of course, there are many elements to your patio which you need to get right for it to be effective.
First of all, there is the patio surface itself. It is important to choosing the right materials to create an attractive yet neutral base for your patio. Choose materials which are too bright or a pattern which is too obvious and the patio surface becomes a focal point in it’s own right which will make your outdoor space out of balance. It is the equivalent of having a loud patterned carpet all over your living room floor.
Then there is the patio furniture which can make or break your patio. If you choose cheap white plastic you are giving one message about your garden and if you use the best teak furniture you are giving quite another. Of course, you can get plastic furniture in a great design which is ideal for some locations but for the most part your patio will look more stylish with natural materials.
Most important of all however are the patio cushions which cover your outdoor furniture as these are the elements which hit the eye first when you come across a patio area in a garden. It is the quality, color, pattern and design of the cushions which shape the overall look of your patio. You can have the same teak chair fitting well into a country garden, a poolside garden or a sophisticated town garden. It is the patio cushions that will characterize it as a country, poolside or town chair.
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