26Sep
Patio Umbrellas For Small Spaces: The Cantilever Umbrella
Stay Cool in a Small Space With These Ideal Umbrellas In a big city like Ottawa, large outdoor spaces can be hard to come by. Some people get lucky with a small backyard or some sort of rooftop garden, but most of us are stuck with tiny apartment balconies, several stories above the ground and […]
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17Sep
Create a Rustic-Chic Backyard with Outdoor Wicker Furniture
If you’re looking to landscape your backyard, consider employing a rustic-chic theme. It’s a beautiful look that mixes naturalistic elements with geometrical forms, often creating a warm, antique feel. A table made of unrefined wooden planks topped with a circular glass plate is an example of rustic furniture. As hinted above, choosing décor pieces are […]
Read More28Aug
A Little Piece Of Heaven In Your Own Backyard
Another season comes and goes and so does another trend. But, your patio furniture remains. Here are some helpful tips to consider when purchasing new outdoor furniture. Make your patio your own. Every spring there’s a new trend that makes your backyard look inadequate. The average Canadian can’t afford to buy new patio furniture year […]
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18Aug
Taking care of your outdoor furniture in Ottawa
It’s great to have an outdoor living space for enjoying the summer. The popularity of complete outdoor living rooms, and even outdoor furniture covers coordinated with rugs, in stores and in backyards is a testament to their immense popularity. With the fall coming, many people are wondering about how to winter-store their outdoor furniture. Let’s […]
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28Jul
Cantilever Umbrella: A Shade Solution
Summertime is great – with the warm weather, the longer days and general sense of relaxation, there aren’t many people who would argue otherwise! However, as great as the strong, summer sunshine is, sometimes you need to get away from it for just a little while. Protecting yourself from the sun’s intense rays is not […]
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17Jul
From Egypt to North America: How Wicker Has Traveled Through Time to Become Your Outdoor Patio Furniture of Choice
Archaeologists uncovered the first traces of wicker while excavating Egyptian ruins dating back to 3000 B.C., the materials used were mostly reed and swamp grasses, which grew along the Nile River. Wicker items have been found scattered throughout ancient times with evidence of particular widespread in Rome. Historians believe the popularity of wicker furniture declined […]
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27Jun
Creating a Backyard Oasis on a Budget: How Updating Your Outdoor Furniture Covers Can Change Your Whole Design
As the summer weather gets steadily warmer and sunnier, it’s great to get outside and leave the house you’ve been confined to for all those long winter months. Even the simplest backyard can be a great getaway for an afternoon of rest and relaxation – but wouldn’t it be even better to have your dream […]
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13Jun
How To Keep Your Outdoor Patio Furniture Looking Brand New
Outdoor patio furniture is a great element in any backyard; after all, summer weather is all about barbecues and spending time outdoors. The only downside to outdoor or wicker patio furniture is that it requires more maintenance than regular furniture. Unfortunately, outdoor patio furniture is subject to elements and we all know how Mother Nature […]
Read More30May
Patio Furniture Buying Guide: How to Create Your Own Urban Oasis
Being able to have your own affordable escape in your backyard could be the perfect way to make the most of this coming summer! Creating an oasis on your patio can be as easy as relaxing in it if you follow these simple 5 steps. Ditch the standard patio umbrella. Regular patio umbrellas that stand […]
Read More22Apr
Patio Design F.A.Q.: What Is a Cantilever Umbrella?
Setting up a patio umbrella of any kind in your outdoor space can help provide some much-needed shade for the summer and can also be a visual improvement for your patio. Becoming familiar with the style and function of cantilever umbrellas can help you determine if this style of patio umbrella would be your ideal […]
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