Wood, either natural, exotic or reconstituted material remains the top choice for decking because of its qualities: it is comfortable and creates a homey feeling. To find out what type of wood is best for you, inquire about its origin, method of installation and maintenance. On the other hand, are materials that mimic the garden, pebbles, slate, tile, gravel, etc. These types of coatings are very practical as well as economic and ecological. Now, think about defining a transition space to avoid having to enter all these materials at home.

> Choose the furniture

As far as furniture is concerned, no major prohibitions. Thanks to new materials design marks exterior lines fun, colorful and refined, tables, benches, chairs, sofas, etc. There is everything! If you do not want to spend too much to decorate this little corner of paradise, focus on recovery sleeplessness objects and their functions: convert a log into a table, those pads that you no longer use, on a couch, etc.> Choose plants

The choice of plants depends on the area where you live and the orientation of your home.
Facing North: Plants that need shade.
Facing south: tropical plants, cactus and succulent plants because they give the sun.
Guidance this: what you like. If the climate is continental, remember that you must protect from the cold with a tarp.
Guidance West: small and medium-sized plants due to wind, sometimes too violent.

> Play Space

If the deck allows, compose different spaces: garden, garden, dining area, relaxation area, etc. and separate plants, plant walls, furniture with different soil types. If instead the space is quite small, immediately defines his role: a unique stay and a typical attribute in a single environment to harmonize the decor.

> Playing with heights
Take advantage of the terrace steps to place the pots and planters and create volume and perspective.

> A bit of light and heat
To take full advantage of the terrace will need a lighting system and heating.
If you want to make light, use light bulbs, candles, sconces, floor lamps or planters light. Some plants come into contact with the light show a nice game of reflexes.
Remember that any type of lighting you install must comply with current European regulations: protection against rain, light bulbs, etc.
To warm up, there are several systems:
If you need constant heat, install a heating system.
If, however, point you prefer, choose points of support: a lamp, stove, greenhouse heating, solar, etc., You choose.

> Getting intimate
The eyes of the neighbors can be sometimes annoying. Vis à vis Avoid installing a fence or a cane, wood or bamboo. If not enough, buy a screen, a wall or an arbor plant. With all this gear will get some shade and wind protection.

> Always Environmentalists
-Plant all kinds of plant species to establish a natural balance and preserve endangered plants. Important: Do not need to be planted anyway. There are certain herbs such as sage and rosemary, to drive away the parasites and, therefore, must be placed close to those that attract them so they would not devour.
-Use natural manure, much more effective and less harmful to the environment, the compound is of course the best there is. To choose pots liquid fertilizers such as manure nettle or seaweed solution. Finally, a small gesture to the animals: offer them something warm to feeding or nest to protect the cats.

Important: Before carrying out such reforms, and if you do not know what to do or where to start, seek the advice of an architect or landscaper.

The first is to protect it from strong winds, as it is located will know which side to be safeguarded. The hot winds dried the floors, if you are near the sea, the winds bring salts, which remain on the leaves to burn them.

Protection can be natural with green curtains, made from trees or vines. The shutters are used to separate, to support climbing plants and hanging pots.

Artificial shades can be made with polycarbonate sheet, which is a hard, transparent plastic, or other material accordingly. The shutters are very suitable for retaining wall, to separate and hanging pots.

Potted plants and hanging light, lighten a little the weight of the terrace. You can mix small and large plants with different colors, it is important to have plants that bloom at different times, so there will always be fresh flowers, otherwise it can change with the seasons.

The plants need more sun, where he should be more sun, and will need more shade to shade.

The terraces located to the east are the best for all plants. If you are facing north plants receive less light. It is important that larger plants are at the bottom and from there go down in height. A good measure is to plant in window boxes or in pots, herbs and fragrant plants, along with the windows so that your perfume from entering the house.

When space is larger, place a mirror to reflect the most beautiful plants and gives the illusion of more space. Some people even put artificial turf quality, to give the illusion of being in the field.

Plants can be used in a warm and sheltered from the wind, can be as kentia houseplants, ficus, daniele, Dracena or any type of indoor plants.

Tropical species used to live in damp, high and low light because the screened trees, these plants live better without direct sun, such as orange blossom, dark green aspidistra, ophiopagón, asparagus, etc.

There is also the laurel bushes that serve to cover and keep out the prying eyes of our terrace.

Many plants to decorate our terrace or roof, each with its own care, they can join throughout the year.

One of the great things about summer is that we can expand our living space without enlarging the house or make a costly renovation. In many cases not even have to decorate too. Simply clean the porch or terrace and Drop in a comfy chair. Others may want to make a room outside on the terrace or garden and can be done at minimum cost.

A comfortable outdoor furniture enhances any room outside, but need not be expensive. Two chairs and a table with four dining chairs will really comfortable our space.

Many products are available in a wide range of prices and come ready to assemble. A plastic furniture, very cheap, will last a few years and is easy to assemble and clean. And we can always make them look a little more stylish by adding cushions. We can also make a modest investment and buy pieces of cast aluminum or wrought iron, which last longer. Any of them should be kept inside during winter to last longer, but are made to stand outside in the summer months.

Other types of furniture more robust as those made of teak, redwood and eucalyptus (cheaper) will provide more years of service if properly maintained. You may need to give them a coat of varnish every summer, but otherwise do not require too much maintenance. All wood furniture, interior needs some place for storage during winter, it is important to bear this in mind before buying.

The wicker furniture is also very well outdoors, giving a classic touch, but does not get along with the elements. Must be protected from rain cushions wicker deteriorates the sun’s heat and humidity are not taken proper care. Of course, this is not a problem if our outdoor area is covered.

A table top with glass or porcelain will endure well all season. Cover it with an umbrella for protection from sun, we can find an umbrella that does not lose color. Some newer models have umbrella LED lights powered by solar energy that hung inside. These lights provide a fantastic light up to 8 hours after dark and are easy to maintain.

Finally, to enhance an outdoor space, flowers and plants are a necessity. We may put the classic terracotta pots to create a border around the space. Currently, new materials are being used to make pots lighter and easier to move. Each year, the shops are full of lots of models for outdoor solar lights, even if they live in a very hot area, most areas receive enough sunlight in summer and for these lights to work at night.

I propose a series of tips for creating your terrace a unique place to enjoy summer like never before. The organization and distribution is key to creating a gorgeous terrace and above all to maximize square footage.

So before buying anything, think about what you need, for example, a set of dining room and some chairs, and also where you will place the furniture. Take the necessary steps, and remember that it is important that reflections … Do not decide anything lightly! It is essential you choose the furniture or pieces that best for you depending on usage you’re going to give to your deck.

For furniture takes a lot this summer 2009, the rattan, but there are more options such as teak, aluminum, etc..

If for example you basically use your terrace for sunbathing and hanging out with some chairs, a sofa and coffee table will suffice.

For if you do not plan to eat dinner on the terrace or maybe the dining table will be unnecessary and superfluous, especially if you have little space.

Terrace very well used with a teak dining room and shaded with pergola

However if you create an outdoor dining terrace is small and maybe you can not include more spaces, unless you opt for tables that can be picked up or folded.

Think you’d better be light to recharge the terrace, with the space you want to create but it is visually comprehensive.

It is essential you choose the furniture or pieces that best for you depending on usage you’re going to give to your deck.

To decorate and serve your terrace and garden is not enough to have a tables and chairs, these sets have been completed with small details that you will make your day more pleasant day 100% Yours to enjoy your outdoor area.

They can not miss the outdoor occasional furniture.

Side tables, storage trunks, carts, planters and other details!