SPECIAL SECTION: Spring Home Renovation Guide
Left outside— Being outdoors means your refrigeration and cabinetry will need to be equipped to handle the elements.
When considering refrigeration for an outdoor kitchen, Faulk stresses food-safe rated options. With these products, meats won’ t go bad and drinks will stay cold, even when it’ s above 95 degrees outside.
Cabinetry should be equipped to handle rain and protect the items inside. Weathertight cabinets have seamless rain gutters around the door and drawer openings to help divert water.
By incorporating the right design principles, an outdoor kitchen can be the place where you and your guests enjoy delicious meals for years to come.
9 Steps to a Better Backyard
Follow these simple steps for building your dream escape— right in your own backyard.
Enlist an expert. Much like you might consult an interior designer, deck contractors can help make your dream outdoor space become a reality. Unless you plan to build the deck yourself, the first item on your to-do list should be hiring a contractor. When researching contractors, look for someone who specializes in decks— conduct interviews, review portfolios and gather references.
Make low-maintenance a high priority. Everyone wants to spend time outdoors, but no one wants to spend that time sanding, staining or replacing worn-out wooden deck boards. For enduring beauty with minimal upkeep, consider high-performance composite decking that resists fading, staining, scratching and mold— and won’ t rot, warp, crack or splinter.
Factor in function. Plan your outdoor space to align with how you’ ll use it, whether that will be for relaxing, entertaining, dining alfresco, etc. Consider all-weather cabinetry and outdoor storage for added convenience. Additionally, think about factors such as views, sun / shade and entryways that will have an impact on your design layout.
Frame your space. While railings provide a necessary safety function, they also serve an aesthetic role by creating a decorative frame for an outdoor space and defining the setting’ s style.
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