How to Make Your Deck the Ultimate Summer Entertainment Space
There are few memories as precious as summertime spent with family and friends. Hot dogs on the grill, tossing a baseball in the backyard, ice cream and popsicles on a sunny day— this is what summer is all about! A beautiful outdoor living space built with Envision composite decking is a perfect setting for summer memories. In today’s blog, we explore ideas and inspiration for outdoor entertaining with family and friends.
Furnishing an Envision Deck for Entertaining
When entertaining with friends and family, comfortable seating is a must. Be sure to choose sturdy, weather-resistant furniture for many seasons of comfort and enjoyment. A large outdoor table is a great addition as well, for pleasant weekend barbeque gatherings.
Weather-resistant pillows are a nice complement as well, adding color and comfort to seating areas. When choosing outdoor furniture, don’t forget to coordinate style and color with the aesthetic of your Envision decking.
Consider lighting features for your outdoor spaces, so that visits with friends and family can extend into evening hours. Dimmable lighting is ideal, so that the light can be adjusted to fit the mood. A variety of colors that will complement the style of your furniture and decking materials are available for outdoor lighting.
Entertain in Style with an Outdoor Kitchen
Summer gatherings with friends and family are seldom complete without a delicious meal. Whether grilling hotdogs and burgers on gameday, hosting a family reunion event, or just enjoying ice cream on a sunny day, the amenities of a home kitchen are a wonderful addition to outdoor entertaining spaces.
A good grill is a great start, but also consider adding a refrigerator, sink and prep station for a fully functional outdoor kitchen area. The aesthetic of stainless steel grills and appliances is perfectly complemented by the beautiful decking options from the Distinction Collection.
Envision Quick Tip: It is recommended that homeowners place a grill mat under their grill to prevent oil and grease damage to decking products.
Other Features to Consider
A fire feature is a lovely option for cool summer evenings. The warm orange glow of firelight is a wonderful accompaniment to the beauty of Envision decking products, like the rich and earthy highlights of Shaded Auburn boards from the Distinction Collection.
Shade sails are a perfect choice to help keep cool on warm summer days. They are practical, but they are also quite stylish. Shade sails come in many colors and sizes, so coordinate your choice with the existing aesthetic of your deck design.
If your family and friends enjoy going to the movies, consider bringing the movie theater home with an outdoor movie projector. LED projectors were once very expensive, but recent advances have substantially reduced their cost and increased their quality.
Envision Distinctive Style for Your Deck Design
Beautiful composite decking from Envision delivers excellent comfort and appeal for an exceptional outdoor living space that family and friends will love. Entertain in style all summer long with Envision.
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