Best of Turn Your Backyard Space Into an Outdoor Retreat

You can get your backyard and patio ready for those warm summer days and nights by adding a few simple decorative touches. Market umbrellas have made a resurgence in recent years with brightly colored hues leading the way. Most patio umbrellas can be found in 7 foot or 9 foot diameter shades. Use a red or robins egg blue umbrella to add a pop of color or stick with neutrals such as ivory or the new chocolate brown to go with all of your outdoor decor. Whether you want to use these umbrellas to get some shade or add a bit of elegance you can't go wrong.

A new umbrella that has shown up on the patio and deck scene is the 10 foot offset or cantilever umbrella. So what is an offset patio umbrella? More and more people using the outside deck or patio as another "room" and wanted a stronger and sturdier umbrella. The offset umbrellas was the answer. These umbrellas have poles that are off to the side so they can reach over a table, swimming pool, spa, hot tub, sandbox or large deck area.

Some advantages of offset umbrellas are their range of sizes and shapes. The 10 foot round offset umbrellas is perfect for almost anywhere. Whether you are looking for shading over your hot tub or the patio you should always keep the umbrella base in mind. There are new sand bases that can keep your offset umbrella standing in place. Some offsets offer a base that is anchored by paver stones. These umbrellas also come in many different colors so finding the right match for your existing furniture or décor can be pretty easy. Offset umbrellas are truly a great choice when looking to buy a larger patio umbrella or when an umbrella with a center pole just doesn't fit your need.

Another great way to create your own outdoor getaway is by simply setting up a few lounge chairs under a shade tree. You can set up your space with classic Adirondack chairs that come in a variety of styles and colors. Adirondack chairs are like an open invitation to relax in style and luxury. Remember that rocker on your grandmother's front porch? There are new Extra Wide Cedar Adirondack Chairs on the market that come with or without rockers on the bottom of the chair so you can sit back and relax while rocking into the night.

Lounge chairs have never gone out of style. We are constantly looking for new ways to be able to rest and relax. Extra wide zero gravity chairs make you feel like you are floating on air with their adjustable tension and extra wide seat. These lounge chairs can be found in a variety of eye catching colors and have been found to be beneficial in reducing spinal pressure, muscle tension, and even reducing back strain. Most zero gravity chairs fold up easily for easy transportation.

One of the top trends in outdoor living is furniture and other accessories made to look as if they belong indoors. Patio chairs, loungers and Adirondack chairs are being created with comfort in mind. Oversize and extra wide are some of the trends that are being seen throughout the industry. With all of the design options out there you are sure to find what you want and need for your new outdoor retreat.