As we relish the sunny days on the way to our early, Vancouver Island spring, this is the time to think about how you’ll use your outdoor space this year.
More to the point, how do you want to enjoy your patio and garden, and what do you need to do to achieve that?
We checked in with the local experts at Coombs Junction Furniture for their pro tips for patio season:
- Start by thinking about how you used your patio, porch or garden last year, and what you’d like to improve on this year. Do you need an outdoor dining space, for example? Maybe new seating that lets you better navigate a smaller space? The key to enjoying an outdoor living space is having the elements that let you do it!
“Whether you take advantage of the sale prices on now, or custom order your must-have pieces, don’t wait – patio season will be here before you know it!” says Coombs Junction Furniture owner Parry Gallagher.
- Consider the essentials, including comfortable seating – think comfy chairs or an outdoor sectional – an eating area, whether it’s a bistro set for two or a full, family-size dining suite, and access to sun or shade as needed, such as a flexible, portable market umbrella. Because outdoor furniture is exposed to the elements, as well as the usual use, it’s important to select quality pieces that are built to last in our West Coast environment.
- Now, what would make those key areas more inviting? A gas or propane fire pit will take the edge off an early spring evening and create a cosy setting for your morning coffee or drinks with friends. Looking forward to a leisurely Sunday with your favourite book? Consider a chaise, if you have the space. And don’t forget lighting – as with any space, indoor or out, the right lighting makes all the difference!
Whether you’re adding the finishing touches or creating an entire outdoor living space from scratch, the team at Coombs Junction Furniture and Mattress, with B.C.’s Ratana, the No.1 name in outdoor furniture, will have you sitting pretty in no time.
Offering timeless furnishings in contemporary, traditional and transitional styles, shoppers will also love getting 10 per cent off all regular-priced floor stock.
Be ready to embrace patio season as soon as it arrives – visit the team at Coombs Junction Furniture today to get the essentials you need. Stop by at 2701 Alberni Hwy. or online at coombsfurniture.ca. You can also stay up-to-date on all the happenings on Facebook!