Patio Dining Sets Are A Great Way To Discover A Fresh New Outdoor Furniture Area

By Andrea Newport

Patio dining sets can add a touch of class and distinction to your deck or outdoor living area, and they are available in several different designs and styles. A lot of people think their outdoor deck or patio is the best place to get some rest and relaxation after a long, hard day. Others like to eat on their outdoor decks so they can enjoy the natural beauty of the outdoors.

People often use their outdoor patios to entertain friends and family, whether it's for lunch, dinner or breakfast. Some of these people use folding trays to eat on together with their existing patio furniture, but most go the extra distance and purchase one of the very nice patio dining sets that are available.

Outstanding Patio dining sets is something that will set your deck area apart from the other sections of your home. Your outdoor patio is a wonderful place for gatherings of friends and family, including get-togethers for meals and good conversation.

Even if you already have some outdoor patio furniture, you might want to give your deck a fresh new look. One of the easiest ways to accomplish this can be through adding new patio dining sets to outdoor living areas. Adding this new furniture will not only add class to your deck, it will bring new life to it.

You will want to take a few factors into consideration when you are investigating patio dining sets and deciding on a particular style and design. First, you should decide which style of furniture you would like to include in your outdoor patio area. This is a highly personal choice and of course will vary from one person to the next. Some people might want their patio dining sets to feature a very elegant, chic style, while others may prefer a tropical-style design for the furniture on their outdoor deck.

The next thing to consider is the type of material you prefer that your deck furniture be made of. During your research you'll find out that patio sets use many different types of materials, including plastic, aluminum, metal, wicker and even teak wood. Each of these materials can be manipulated into a variety of shapes during manufacturing, enabling the manufacturers to produce patio dining sets in multiple styles and designs.

Another thing that is very important is to make sure of the durability of the furniture. Figure out just how much you may use your patio dining set throughout the year. With this in mind it will help you to decide on how strong and which material to choose from.

If you would like to use your outdoor furniture quite frequently, you will want to ensure that it is sturdy and long-lasting. Choosing the right patio dining set will help you create a new look for your patio area and enhance its appeal. You will get a great deal of pleasure from sharing it with your friends and family. - 32397

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Patio Furniture Umbrellas Provide Shade With Fashion And Luxury

By Teresa Formers

Patio furniture umbrellas can be found on just about every patio or deck in town. They are a popular item for outdoor living. Umbrellas usually come separately from an umbrella table and you can get them in all kinds of sizes and all kinds of shapes. They come in a variety of colors and sometimes can utilize some lovely designer fabrics. You can even find the more elegant looking umbrellas with a single canopy and a smaller one perched on top. These patio umbrellas give your deck the ambiance of restful style.

When you go to purchase a patio furniture umbrella always make sure to read all the directions and know what you are getting. Certain umbrellas have an easy crank mechanism that will bring the canopy up or down. There are others that have to have a peg inserted in order to keep the umbrella up and they are a little harder to make work. You can find umbrellas that have a button near the top of the pole that allows you to tilt them in any direction. This will keep the sun out of your eyes whenever it is low in the horizon. Today you can get an umbrella that can be opened or closed with a remote control.

More expensive umbrellas usually produced in wood. The post and ribs of the umbrella are made of wood. These umbrellas are very durable and they weigh the most. Most umbrellas have to be lifted in order to place them in the stand and if you cannot lift weight you probably should try to find a lighter umbrella.

You are in luck because aluminum umbrellas are lightweight. Aluminum umbrellas usually are made with the tilting mechanism to keep the sun at bay even in the evening. The nice thing about aluminum is that it does not rust and so your umbrella will last for several years.

Most patio furniture umbrellas have a pole, ribs to hold the fabric up and a canopy or cover and must be put in a stand and through the hole of a table. They are what is called offset umbrellas. Here the pole is off to the side. This works with a table that has no hole. Just set it up next to the table and it will hang over top of it. Offset umbrellas are portable and freestanding so you can also use them to protect a person sitting in a chair.

It is important to stick to a few rules when it comes to your patio furniture umbrella so that it will last for years to come. Never leave the umbrella open when you are not at home. You never know when either a rain or wind storm will pop up and wind really damages an outdoor umbrella. You may come home and wonder where it went because the wind blew it several miles away. Those people in snowy climates need to put their umbrellas away for the winter. Just put it out of the way in an upright position and cover it to keep dust and dirt off. Never lay it on the side and put anything on top of it because it will surely be ruined.

When spring comes take the umbrella out of storage and give it a wipe down with a damp cloth. If it needs a little more intense cleaning use some water and soap. Never use abrasive cleansers because it can scratch the canopy and posts. There are those canopies that are removable and washed in a washing machine. If you do not have a large capacity washer do not do this at home but go to the Laundromat. Another way to wash an umbrella is to put it up and rinse it off with a good hosing. Just be sure the water pressure is not so high it breaks the umbrella. Never dry the canopy in a drier.

You can find patio furniture umbrellas at most garden centers. You can also find them during the spring and summer at most local department and discount stores. You can get them online as well for great prices but you need to watch how much shipping and handling you will be charged. Sometimes you can get them at furniture stores and if you have a shop that specializes in outdoor furniture you can surely find them there. It probably is not the best idea to get the cheapest one you can find. The inexpensive umbrellas usually do not last long, sometimes not even a whole season. - 32397

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Things to LOVE

By Haylee Landford

We are always reminded most of the things we love in February. Whatever the form, it could be a person, a place, or just things. Our existence in the world would be quite dreary without this reminder. It would do us all good to stop and take a look at all the things that deserve our love.

I ask forgiveness in my first indulgence since I live in a college town and am married to a college student. So, naturally I love pizza. If it were an ordinary pizza, it would be worth mentioning, but this is extraordinary.

No, it's Craigo's five dollar pizza with buffalo wing sauce. The sauce makes all the difference. After trying their buffalo wing sauce instead of the tedious marinara, I will never eat a regular pizza again.

Being a mom, wife, and germophobe, I have come to love many different cleaning supplies that make my life faster, easier and cleaner. The most recent discovery I have made is Electrosol cleaning tablets for your dishwasher detergent. It is so effective in cleaning your dishes, but the best part is that the sweet fragrance fills your whole kitchen with sanitized delight.

I love that February is during the cold weather months, because I have an endless love for boots. The genius minds of fashion have made a boot to survive any circumstance. For the snow I have my furry, waterproof Staheekum boots, or dress-up with brown leather knee-high boots, and indoor cable knit Gap slippers to keep my feet and legs cozy. Snow or ice, who cares, I'll look fabulous in it.

BBC revives our deepest romance with their latest adaptation of Jane Austen's Emma. BBC won my heart long ago, but this witty, sensuous, and fun love story completes February lovin' for me. It aires on Masterpiece Theater, of better yet just buy the DVD online and watch it anytime.

Sitting on your couch, also gives you access to the wonderful world of online shopping. Finding your love's favorite gift doesn't require mall hopping anymore. Your fingertips can browse through all the stores in the world while you stay at home. You could buy a sewing needle, wool socks, a rosebush or even a beautiful acre of land.

We'll have to go to the bedroom for my dearest love -- flannel sheets. I've tried silk, satin and even Egyptian cotton, but this is the way the sandman intended for us to sleep. There are deep places in your most beautiful sleep, that can only be dreamed of while wrapped in flannel.

I share these things with you to share all my love for them. Surely I would find great enjoyment for any of these things to bring love and happiness to you this February, but surely even greater would be to surround yourself in all that you love. Indulging in this love and in turn sharing our love anyway we can, will make St. Valentine's a very happy guy. - 32397

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Scene Setters - So Easy To Use

By Walt Hoover

Scene setters have quickly become one of the most popular party and event decor items for a myriad of reasons. With the ability to completely transform anything from a party venue to a living room, they are perfect for any occasion, from major holidays to themed birthday parties. Here are just a few of the many reasons to include them at your next party or event.

Transform Venues - As mentioned previously, they can completely and instantly transform a setting for any type of occasion, including classrooms, theater stages, and corporate events. Most of them are suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.

Create the Feeling You Are Going For- A scene setter can help your guest really feel like the are on a tropical island or in the wild west. Scene setters come in a huge variety of themes. They surround the whole room really giving it that feel that you are looking for.

A Wide Assortment of Sizes - They are available in a wide range of different sizes so they can fit any size of venue. Some of them are as long as fifty feet!

Easy to Assemble - No assembly or heavy lifting required! Most scene setters are made of flexible plastic that can be rolled and include one to two pieces. They can be attached to a wall or cardboard backing using tape or thumb tacks. Make sure whatever you decide to use to adhere the scene setter does not damage paint. Easy

Storing- Scene setters are very easy to store. Just roll them up and put them in the closet.

Use More Than Once- Scene setter can be used on multiple occasions. They are made from a durable plastic. Just make sure not to damage them when you are putting them up and taking them down and you will be able to use them for your next event. Good luck with whatever you are planning! - 32397

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Valentine's Day Love Nest

By Joan Williams

Valentine's Day has been celebrated for decades and we see all the usual Valentine production - dinner dates, flowers, chocolates, presents, proposals, orchestra the works! If you want to try something else, this one might not exactly be a brand new idea that will earn you the copyright to call it your own (I'm writing about it, aren't I?), but it will spark your Valentine's Day quite differently than the expected. Here goes - celebrate your Valentine's Day at home with production and the works!

Decorating your home with paper hearts and little ceramic Cupids is one way to make your space cheery, but if you want something a little more...sensual, why not decorate in satins, silks, deep colors and luscious aromas?

Satins and silks are commonly associated with love and romance. These fabrics have such an amazing texture and feel so good on the skin that feeling all lovey-dovey has never been more wonderful. Satin sheets are great for sleeping on but they're also nice to use as a picnic spread that you can set out for your home-cooked Valentine's Day dinner. Snuggling after a delicious meal is real yummy.

Love is in the shade of red. Yes, we all know that. You wear red on Valentine's Day and you shout to the world how romantic you are or how desperate for a date. Other colors too do reflect love - deep, rich and sultry tones in purple mirror sensuality.

Believe it or not, what your house smells like can make or break a romantic interlude. Yes, there are dozens of different brands of plug-in fragrances, but what you want is something a little more potent. If you want your house to smell like chocolate, slowly melt some chocolate in a pot on your stove. Not only does that create the delicious smell of chocolate in the house, you also have some pre-melted chocolate to go with that after dinner "dessert". Fresh flowers also create a tantalizing aroma in any home. Buy 2 dozen roses, keep one to give to your sweetie and divest the other dozen of their petals. Spread the petals throughout the home to create a fresh scent that is sure to please.

Isn't it a bummer that Valentine's Day is at the height of winter? Unless you're in a tropical island, cozy late night walks under the stars will remain a dream. On a brighter note, this season calls for a lot of snuggling, hugging and kissing. Make the most of it by turning down the heater and let the fireplace be your guardian. Keeping each other warm can never be more exciting.

Valentine's Day is much more than the presents. The effort that goes with making the day special is what counts. Creating loving memories, especially in your home will bring you more smiles in the years to come. Don't limit yourself to sensual home decors for Valentine's Day or anniversaries only. If you can, make each day a sensual, romantic day just like Valentine's Day. Who cares if it's always February-- in your house calendar? I don't. - 32397

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