Ten Ways to Prepare that Patio for Pumpkin Season in Central Florida: Decorating Tips for Your Porch This Fall
Back to school season is checked off the list and although the crisp weather and multicolored leaves are not here yet, we can all pretend fall season is creeping up here in Central Florida. Whether you’ve had your pumpkin spice latte already or you’re off to better things, why not get out the cute fall decor and pumpkins for some classic patio decorating this season.
All about the front door: When thinking about our homes the power of the front door might slip our minds but did you know the front door gives people the very first impression of the home. Take some time to add some love to your front door with a nice sign or fall wreath. Hop on over to a local workshop or even check out some ideas online to create your own. A wreath is a timeless touch of added detail that does wonders for your space.
Welcome: Adding a cute welcome mat to your front entrance is a way to make everyone feel right at home when they arrive at your house. Great hospitality is a southern must and welcoming people is the foundation for successful hospitality.
Fresh flowers: Whether you enjoy upgrading the plants and flowers in the front yard with great heat resistant flowers or you just like adding new potted plants to areas around the house, grab some gorgeous orange and yellow flowers and add them to your outdoor space. Plant them for a fall tradition or add potted flowers to the front porch for a pop of cheer throughout this season.
Add comfort: If you do have a patio and you’ve added a rocking chair or two to the front for a classic southern front porch feel, grab some cute throws and add them to your rocking chairs. This will ensure a cozy, indoor-outdoor feel which will surely add a sense of comfort to your outdoor space.
Screens: Living here in Florida, we’ve hopefully all by now seen screened in pool areas or lanais. Have you ever considered a screened in porch? They are a great asset to your outdoor living space adding extra shade and comfort to your home. In addition to this, screened in front porches allow for added protection from the elements, and safety for your packages while you are away.
Retractable Screens: Having trouble committing to the idea of a screened porch? Retractable screens might be the best option for you. These modern, motorized screens allow for versatility in design and functionality. They will allow for bug free relaxation during the summer months and a screen free option for other moments.
Pumpkins: Of course we cannot leave out pumpkins! From real ones to sparkly blinged-out bejeweled ones, these are a fall favorite for many and will be a true hit for family friends and neighbors walking by.
Spooky Decor: If spooky means having real cobwebs all over the patio then by all means here is your free pass to not freshen up the space but if it means preparing for October, then jump right in. Maybe you want to add a scarecrow to sit out on the chair in the front or hang some spooky goblins in your space, use this time to let your inner child play around and have some fun with the spaces around the house you’ve worked so hard to acquire.
Delivery Station: We’ve seen it on social media or maybe even magazines, let’s go ahead a dive in on the opportunity to add a sweet little delivery station to our front porches. What is a delivery station you might ask? Well, it is simply a little place to share some kindness with the lovely people who work hard to deliver your packages all year round. A station can be as simple or as elaborate as you would like. Add a small side table near your door with a little hand sanitizer, bottled water, and snacks or maybe add a cute little fall basket or bucket with mini size bottles of water and pre wrapped mints. Make it your own, but do share the love. It is true that small gestures often go a long way.
From pumpkins to porches, backyard fun, to screened in rooms, our goal is that you enjoy your home to the extent that you enjoy welcoming others to it. If you are ready to add some finishing touches to your long awaited projects or just ready to add some new ideas to the drawing board, we are ready to help out. To get started Contact U.S. Aluminum at 407-237-3128.