Make the most of your outdoor living with Gertens porch and patio decorating tips.
Blending color, style and lighting for your Patio or Porch is essential to finding that perfect look. Warm, welcoming and attractive.
Gardening and garden decor isn’t just for homeowners: most apartments, townhomes and condominiums offer wonderful patio, terrace and even hallway areas that can provide a wonderful space to display flowers, herbs, and many other types of flowering décor. The key is learning how to utilize the space you have to make the most of your living area—both inside and out.
Entrance
First impressions start before someone ever enters your home. It can be a rental home with a wrap around porch or maybe a 2' x 3' space in the hallway of an apartment building. Whichever your situation, these simple spruce-up ideas will make your rental entrance pop! As well as for homeowners.
Starting with a clean slate
- Remove the current furniture, the old doormat and any other item.
- Wipe down everything like the doors and windows (don't forget to shine the door knocker.)
- You should end up with a clean, empty porch or patio to selectively redecorate...piece by piece.
- Starting with a clean slate will help get those creative juices flowing.
Decorating Style
The idea of a porch is not only to welcome the visitor but also to provide a "this is my home" feeling for the renter.
- It should express who you are.
- Bistro? Select style elements to fit that theme, such as a market umbrella, bistro patio furniture, or a chalkboard to display the daily menu.
- Modern decor? Choose planters and doormats that represent the style.
Make it a visual treat to set the mood before entering the sanctuary of your interior from the outside world.
Doormats & Rugs
Rugs will pull together an outdoor living space.
- A key element in decorating a porch is the doormat. Visitors will always look down at their feet before entering someone's home! Select a new mat whenever it becomes worn or faded. A metal doormat may only need a good scrub and a fresh coat of paint to liven up the look.
- For patio areas, an indoor / outdoor patio rug may be in order. If you already have a patio with furniture and it still feels like something is missing, this could be the element you need.
Furniture Fit for the Patio or Porch
Having a clear idea of the amount of space you have to work with will determine a number of things.
- Measure the area.
- Take a photo of the space when you’re shopping.
- What’s your plan for the space? Entertaining? Relaxing? Do you need light or extra seating?
- Consider the scale of the furniture. Will it fit your space?
Small patios can become cozy places to relax and entertain if the space remains a patio. Don’t let it become just a storage unit for the "extras" you don't want.
Decor in the Outdoors
Porch decor includes door art, plants and stands, vases, candles, and architectural elements like wind chimes.
- Take into consideration the upkeep of what you are displaying, for example potted flowers may need more attention than potted cactus.
- Don't be afraid to add a little bit of yourself, that is what will take it from a "rental" to your "home".
- Avoid clutter when using decorative elements. Too much of anything makes a space feel off balanced and messy. It should remain comfortable and clean...visually appealing.
Visit us here at Gertens for a wide variety of outdoor décor to compliment any style you wish to achieve. From patio furniture to grills, hanging baskets to brightly colored pots for planting, Gertens has everything you will need to transform your outdoor space.
The experts at Gertens are always available to answer your questions!
Make the most of your outdoor living with Gertens porch and patio decorating tips.
Blending color, style and lighting for your Patio or Porch is essential to finding that perfect look. Warm, welcoming and attractive.
Gardening and garden decor isn’t just for homeowners: most apartments, townhomes and condominiums offer wonderful patio, terrace and even hallway areas that can provide a wonderful space to display flowers, herbs, and many other types of flowering décor. The key is learning how to utilize the space you have to make the most of your living area—both inside and out.
Entrance
First impressions start before someone ever enters your home. It can be a rental home with a wrap around porch or maybe a 2' x 3' space in the hallway of an apartment building. Whichever your situation, these simple spruce-up ideas will make your rental entrance pop! As well as for homeowners.
Starting with a clean slate
- Remove the current furniture, the old doormat and any other item.
- Wipe down everything like the doors and windows (don't forget to shine the door knocker.)
- You should end up with a clean, empty porch or patio to selectively redecorate...piece by piece.
- Starting with a clean slate will help get those creative juices flowing.
Decorating Style
The idea of a porch is not only to welcome the visitor but also to provide a "this is my home" feeling for the renter.
- It should express who you are.
- Bistro? Select style elements to fit that theme, such as a market umbrella, bistro patio furniture, or a chalkboard to display the daily menu.
- Modern decor? Choose planters and doormats that represent the style.
Make it a visual treat to set the mood before entering the sanctuary of your interior from the outside world.
Doormats & Rugs
Rugs will pull together an outdoor living space.
- A key element in decorating a porch is the doormat. Visitors will always look down at their feet before entering someone's home! Select a new mat whenever it becomes worn or faded. A metal doormat may only need a good scrub and a fresh coat of paint to liven up the look.
- For patio areas, an indoor / outdoor patio rug may be in order. If you already have a patio with furniture and it still feels like something is missing, this could be the element you need.
Furniture Fit for the Patio or Porch
Having a clear idea of the amount of space you have to work with will determine a number of things.
- Measure the area.
- Take a photo of the space when you’re shopping.
- What’s your plan for the space? Entertaining? Relaxing? Do you need light or extra seating?
- Consider the scale of the furniture. Will it fit your space?
Small patios can become cozy places to relax and entertain if the space remains a patio. Don’t let it become just a storage unit for the "extras" you don't want.
Decor in the Outdoors
Porch decor includes door art, plants and stands, vases, candles, and architectural elements like wind chimes.
- Take into consideration the upkeep of what you are displaying, for example potted flowers may need more attention than potted cactus.
- Don't be afraid to add a little bit of yourself, that is what will take it from a "rental" to your "home".
- Avoid clutter when using decorative elements. Too much of anything makes a space feel off balanced and messy. It should remain comfortable and clean...visually appealing.
Visit us here at Gertens for a wide variety of outdoor décor to compliment any style you wish to achieve. From patio furniture to grills, hanging baskets to brightly colored pots for planting, Gertens has everything you will need to transform your outdoor space.
The experts at Gertens are always available to answer your questions!