Patio preparation: how to design your summer
garden ahead of the warmer months
Many home gardens feature patio
areas adjacent to the house, providing
a perfect area for socialising with
friends on a warm summers’ night,
keeping an eye on children whilst they
are playing, and as the go to spot for
alfresco dining. The stylish design of bi-fold doors
provides seamless progression from
the inside to the outside; opening
the doors fully on a warm day is
the perfect way to welcome in
the summers breeze, allowing the
occupants to enjoy the sun.
With warmer times around the corner,
here’s how homeowners can design
their summer garden now, ready to
enjoy for summer. There are numerous other benefits to
installing bi-fold doors in a property
such as boosting natural daylight and
increasing the property’s value.
Summer garden must haves The installation of bi-fold doors gives
the feel of an additional room in the
house.
Bi-fold doors
Bi-fold doors are massively increasing
in popularity, such as those from
Quickslide Windows & Doors.
Their aesthetically pleasing design has
seen them become a must have feature
in both modern and traditional homes
alike.
When planning their positioning, it
is ideal to have a patio immediately
outside, as this creates a sociable space
to relax on an evening or to fire up a
mid-summer’s day BBQ.
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Patio area
To get the most from a garden, a patio
area is a must-have! As mentioned
above, if bi-fold doors are already in
place or scheduled to be installed, it
is recommended that the patio sits
immediately outside of the wide-
spanning doors. In order to create the
perfect patio area, preparation is key.
Ahead of any thoughts around lighting
and outside furniture, a jet or power
wash is recommended to remove any
build-up of mud and dirt that has
accumulated over the winter months
and to leave the area looking sparkly
clean. After which, necessary repairs,
such as resealing the flagstones, can
be made. One the area is prepped,
the fun of designing a functional and
fashionable area can begin! Getting
the lighting right is important to
ensure the space can be enjoyed come
day or night. There are two types of
lighting to consider; functional and
detail / mood lighting.