3 Inexpensive Ways to Cover Your Patio.
A patio cover can be as simple as an umbrella to protect from sun and drizzle. The best part of a covering is it can help to define a space and set them apart.
Shade Sail or Cloth
A shade cloth is a stretched piece of fabric that hangs above a patio.
A shade sail is the same thing, except shaped like a sail rather than a square. This might sound like the retractable covers you’ve seen, but they are, in fact, completely different. They look more sophisticated and design-oriented.
Patio Umbrella
This is the most basic and economic option to cover your patio. Get a patio umbrella that fits on your patio and is mobile so you can adjust it to block the sun as it moves, or shelter against light rain. An advantage of patio umbrellas is that you can include them as part of an outdoor furniture set to complete your patio decor.
Curtains
Outdoor curtains create an elegant, flowing look. Because they move in the breeze, letting sunlight into the space, they create a dappled effect, but don’t provide as much continuous shade as the other types. When hung over a veranda or pergola entry, they can take on the appearance of an elegant, old-world portiere.
Smooth sailing
A shade cloths are stretched across, they look more sophisticated and design-oriented and they’re easy to install.
Tips for shade curtains
The easiest way to install an outdoor curtain is with a tension rod placed inside the supports of a screened porch or pergola wall.
Lighting
Escape from the confines of your home by expanding your living space to the outdoors. With the right lighting accessories, you can enjoy your outdoor oasis from the day and into the night.
Throwing shade
3 Inexpensive Ways to Cover Your Patio. A patio cover can be as simple as an umbrella to protect from sun and drizzle.
Easy cooling mist
This adjustable and portable mist cooling sprayer lowering ambient temps up to 20 degrees.
