Outdoor furniture in the Mid-Atlantic goes through a lot—pollen in spring, summer humidity, and fall debris. Whether you’re relaxing on a sunny deck or shaded patio, keeping your setup clean helps it last longer and keeps your outdoor space comfortable and inviting. This guide walks you through how to clean outdoor furniture by material—cushions, covers, […]
A small backyard doesn’t mean you have to compromise on style or functionality. With the right paver patio ideas, you can create a stunning outdoor space perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or simply enjoying some fresh air. Here are 10 simple paver patio ideas to inspire your design. 1. Checkerboard Pavers with Grass or Artificial Turf […]
As winter’s chill approaches, you must prioritize protecting your outdoor investments, especially your patio, with all its furnishings and amenities. Cold winds, frost, and snow don’t have to keep you from enjoying your outdoor space. With the right preparations, you can transform your patio into a comfortable, winter-ready retreat. In this comprehensive checklist, we break down […]
Just like your interior spaces, your patio needs occasional sprucing up. Maybe even more, since it’s exposed to the elements. With patio season underway, you may be noticing your patio looking a little underwhelming. Keep reading to learn about some patio updates that will turn drab into fab, without breaking the bank! Update 1: Create […]
Before we celebrate the New Year, we like to take a look back at some of our favorite outdoor living projects of the year that are coming to a close. We reached out to our team to tell us about the outdoor living spaces they created that really resonated with them, and why. Here are […]
If you just bought a new home without a patio, or you have an unsightly concrete pad or deteriorating stamped concrete patio, you may be planning for a new patio. But before you hire a patio contractor, it’s helpful if you have a good idea of the patio design you want, and do your homework. […]
Summer is officially here! That means spending more time outside with family and friends, practicing yoga, or just sipping your morning cup of coffee in peace. Look around. Does your patio inspire you? Chances are if it’s more than 10 years old, it leaves something to be desired. Or perhaps you’re in a newly built […]
If you have an existing patio that’s more than a few years old, you may be noticing how small it is, how cracks are forming, or other issues. And if your home doesn’t already have a patio, you’re likely thinking about how to choose among all of the Maryland patio builders out there. LiveWell Outdoors […]
Everyone knows what a landscape is, and everyone knows what landscaping is. But what is hardscape? Also known as hardscaping, your hardscape basically is everything in your landscape design that isn’t living. As in anything that isn’t turf grass, a shrub, a flowering plant, or a tree. While the term isn’t used very often, that […]
Do you remember when a patio was just a concrete slab? Today’s patios can be very elegant and luxurious. If this year is the year to tear out that old deck or patio and put in the patio of your dreams, you may want to explore some of our favorite patio trends for 2020. Porcelain […]
