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 love the sound of the crackling wood burning in the fireplace or the glow and warmth of the dancing flames, you might be thinking about adding an outdoor fireplace to your backyard. Today, we’re going to talk about built-in fireplaces, rather than chimeneas or some other portable unit. Whether you choose to go […]
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. […]
August is a great time for cleaning outdoor furniture. Your outdoor chairs, tables, and other items can attract a lot of pollen, dirt, grime, and even mold and mildew in a hot and humid summer. Take some time to clean things up a bit and take stock of the overall condition of your patio furniture. […]
The NFL preseason starts with the Hall of Fame Game on August 5th. How cool would it be to watch games out on the patio this year on your brand-new outdoor TV? You still have a little time to get it done before the Washington Football Team hits the road to take on the New […]
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 […]
You have an incredible outdoor living space. Your patio is a wonderful gathering place, sometimes bustling with activity, at other times quiet and serene. But without properly preparing everything for winter, you could end up with a less than incredible space come springtime. We’ve put together some patio winterization tips to help you protect your […]
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 […]
