It's cold outside, but spring will be here sooner than you think. That means now is the time to start sprucing up your patio, and the folks from Pike Nurseries have some great ideas to help!
CLICK ON THE VIDEO ABOVE TO WATCH THE FULL SEGMENT! Here are some tips on updating your patio from Pike Nurseries:
Updating your patio is just like updating your living room. The foundation of a room is the furniture. The foundation to a usable patio is comfortable patio furniture.
Color scheme For both living rooms and patios, you can use accent pieces to create a cohesive color scheme: pillows, décor, and patio furniture.
As the foundation to a usable patio, comfortable patio furniture is essential. There are many options available:
Large 6 person dining sets
Smaller dining sets
Deep seating sets with oversized chairs and even couches
Bistro sets that can fit in small places like a balcony
Pillows One of the easiest ways to update your patio furniture is with toss pillows. There are toss pillows made specifically for outdoors with fabrics that are water-resistant and easy to wipe clean. Outdoor toss pillows come in a variety of colors and patterns that can instantly change the look of your patio.
Pottery Adding pottery is an easy way to add a specific style or color to your patio.
Types of pottery:
Glazed pottery comes in nearly every color, shape and size, so choose the style you love.
Terracotta pottery is a favorite for patios.
Light-weight pottery is ideal if you plan on moving you pots often.
Other Décor Options There are tons of different ways to dress up your patio and give it more life.
Patio Umbrellas If you have a patio dining set, a large patio umbrella is not only functional, but it can also add a nice pop of color. The umbrellas come in colors from red, blue, yellow to beige.
Lanterns Lanterns not only look great but can be a nice light source if you plan on using your patio at night.
Decorative Glass These decorative glass pieces can be placed in container gardens to give them more personality. The glass has a solar powered light that gives a nice glow for some nighttime decorative accents.
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A new exhibit in Atlanta is providing an encounter that you "otter" see. The new Georgia Aquarium exhibit offers guests a view of the popular animals that has never been seen before.
A new exhibit in Atlanta is providing an encounter that you "otter" see. The new Georgia Aquarium exhibit offers guests a view of the popular animals that has never been seen before.
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There's never any shortage of food in the FOX 5 newsroom, but on Fridays, it's in the parking lot!
There's never any shortage of food in the FOX 5 newsroom, but on Fridays, it's in the parking lot! This week, Sweet Auburn BBQ joined us for Food Truck Friday, and they got the holiday weekend started right with wings.
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Lookin' to put on a fantastic party this Memorial Day weekend? Don't forget to jazz up your patio before you light that grill.
Lookin' to put on a fantastic party this Memorial Day weekend? Don't forget to jazz up your patio before you light that grill. Lucky for you, our friends from Pike Nurseries have a ton of ideas for how you can get your outdoor space ready for the holiday festivities.
Friday, May 24 2013 8:58 AM EDT2013-05-24 12:58:06 GMT
Georgia residents interested in visiting a natural wonder like the Grand Canyon don't have to travel very far.
Georgia residents interested in visiting a natural wonder like the Grand Canyon don't have to travel very far. Located just 150 miles from Atlanta, Providence Canyon may be the perfect summer day trip.
Friday, May 24 2013 8:12 AM EDT2013-05-24 12:12:38 GMT
Lots of college and high school graduates are celebrating their accomplishments as they receive hard-earned diplomas.
Lots of college and high school graduates are celebrating their accomplishments as they receive hard-earned diplomas. So, we're going retro to see what our Good Day crew looked like back in the day (and maybe embarrass them just a little)!
Friday, May 24 2013 7:42 AM EDT2013-05-24 11:42:08 GMT
The Centers for Disease Control says that every 19 minutes, one person in the U.S. dies from a prescription drug overdose.
The Centers for Disease Control says that every 19 minutes, one person in the U.S. dies from a prescription drug overdose. The state of Georgia is trying to do something about the problem, so they've just launched an awareness campaign focused on education and prevention.
Friday, May 24 2013 7:41 AM EDT2013-05-24 11:41:05 GMT
It's Memorial Day weekend, and you know what that means: hamburgers, pools, and yes-- big-time sales.
It's Memorial Day weekend, and you know what that means: hamburgers, pools, and yes-- big-time sales. This weekend marks one of the biggest for sales amongst retailers, and no matter where you shop, there's a good chance they're offering a deal.
Thursday, May 23 2013 10:09 AM EDT2013-05-23 14:09:40 GMT
You might have dreamed about getting the chance to decide which of your coworkers should stay on the job, and which ones need to go.
You might have dreamed about getting the chance to decide which of your coworkers should stay on the job, and which ones need to go. Does Someone Have to Go? is a new FOX reality show that lets employees take over for their bosses, and it premieres Thursday night!
