Patio Umbrellas, Heaters, Shades | Patio Heat and Shade

Let’s look at this logically. You love being outdoors. You love kicking your shoes off, putting your feet up and allowing yourself (for once) to relax your entire body. What, then, could be better than creating a relaxation destination in your outdoor patio space?
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Outdoor lounge areas are multi-faceted; you can use them as a solo place to unwind after the rigors of the day or to sit next to a dear friend and share your life’s tales over a cool drink.
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We’ve had our patio experts put together some inspirational ideas to help you get the absolute most of your outdoor lounge… Let’s get inspired!

Backyard concrete patio with one round stainless-steel fire pit with waves cut out of the sides around the top of the fire pit

Adding fine touches to your patio that are socially unconventional, but artistically sound (if you’re thinking “Bohemian,” you’d be right on the money) allows your patio to gain character points without looking goofy. Additions like Fire Pit Art’s FIRESURFER series add warmth and light to your patio while adding an artistic flare that your guests will love. Fueled by either liquid propane or natural gas, the Firesurfer kicks out huge flames (30,000 BTUs of heat) that’ll hold your guests attention transfixed for hours.

Idea 2: Modern Minimalist Oasis

Two Electric Patio Heaters Mounted to the Inside of a Covered Patio

We love the look of this modern minimalist outdoor lounge. The clean architectural lines are echoed in the ample seating areas, all overlooking a beautiful ocean setting. The homeowners have brilliantly added Eurofase Heating Infrared Patio Heaters into the ceiling that uses highly efficient infrared heat (heating the things in front of it like the sun, and not the air itself) to provide their guests a cozy space to discuss life, the universe and everything as the sun dips over the horizon.

Idea 3: Mediterranean-Inspired Terrace

One Rustic Farmhouse Outdoor Ceiling Fan Hanging Over Covered Front Porch Seating Area

Inspired by the countries surrounding the Mediterranean Sea (including Spain, Greece, Italy, and Morocco), a Mediterranean terrace makes wide use of stone or terra cotta floors. Lean your color palette toward warm, earthy tones (such as terra cotta, ochre, burnt umber or chestnut), making wide use of wrought iron or wooden furniture to bring an old-world style to your terrace. Here we find the perfect space for sunlit days tempered by cooling breezes from the Kichler Lighting Ahrendale ceiling fan with a gorgeous Auburn Stained finish and anvil mesh shade, fitting in perfectly with your Mediterranean décor.

Idea 4: Beachside Hammock Retreat

Two Electric Patio Heaters Flush Mounted Into the Ceiling Of a Small Outdoor Patio Overlooking the Ocean

Create an instant feeling of Zen for your guests by adding lounge chairs and hammocks at your waterside retreat. They’ll revel in the sun’s warmth, cooled by gentle ocean breezes while seagulls sing their cacophonous serenade. Relaxation isn’t just a possibility here, it’s a requirement… and one that is oh so easy to reach.
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These homeowners make sure that their guests are fully relaxed and comfortable even as the night gets chilly by installing American made Infratech Electric Patio Heaters that are recessed and flushed mounted so as not to spoil that gorgeous view.

Idea 5: Rooftop Urban Escape

One Oval Fire Pit Table on a Small Outdoor Patio Overlooking the City at Night

Up close and personal, the city may be a little more grungy and “real” than you’d like. Viewed from your rooftop lounge, however, it takes on a mysterious persona that is both inviting and captivating. Outfit your rooftop patio with luscious potted plants, comfortable seating around a central conversation point, like a small table or fire pit. We suggest the propane-fueled Fire Sense Morrison oval fire pit table to add warmth (with its strong 37,000 BTUs) on those chilly evenings, and a romantic atmosphere every night of the year.

Idea 6: Rustic Cabin-Inspired Deck

Two Dome Path Lights on the Perimeter of Walking Path in a Backyard

Your house doesn’t have to have been made of hand-hewn timber to enjoy the feeling of a rustic country cabin in your own back yard. Start with a central fire pit, a natural attention-seeker that is sure to captivate your guests every evening. Add rustic wooden chairs (here we have the classic Adirondak chairs in both stationery and rocker varieties), add in a few plaid blankets and break out the marshmallows! Our homeowners here have lit the path to their backyard oasis perfectly using Kichler Lighting dome path lights, providing safety and security all night long.

Idea 7: Tropical Paradise Poolside

One Aqua Colored Auto Tilt Patio Umbrella Next to a Pool

How cool is this (literally)… designate a space in your pool for lounging, half-covered in water, to enjoy the sun’s warming effects without overheating. Sidle off to your backyard tiki bar to enjoy a tropical treat knowing that your guests are cool and happy under the shade of tropical trees. For times when the sun is inconveniently hot, open your Galtech International auto-tilt patio umbrella in an amazing tropical color to keep those harmful rays at bay.

Idea 8: Backyard Retreat with Fire Table

One Rectangular Fire Pit Table on Wood Deck in Front of a Built in Outdoor Bench with Cushions

Surround yourself with calming natural flora and allow their gently flowing limbs and leaves to create your own backyard tranquility retreat. Investing in a top-quality, drop-dead gorgeous fire table means you need to create a comfortable, casual space to gather together and let the day wash off you. Create a cozy seating area for all to bask in the warmth of the amazing Athena Fire Tables Olympus rectangular fire pit table - At a colossal 5’ in length and constructed of glass fiber reinforced concrete, this propane beauty has a 10-inch table top surround that your guests will love.

Idea 9: Family-Friendly Outdoor Living Room

One Round Wood Fire Pit in Front of Family at Night

To create a family-friendly outdoor living space, start with a central gathering point like the Ohio Flame Patriot wood fire pit because there’s nothing quite like a wood-burning fire. Add in comfy furniture around the fire pit, along with some puffy outdoor furniture that beckons you to nestle in and read a good book. Highlight creative projects from the kids (wildly painted birdhouses or planters) to keep them involved in your outdoor decorating. The addition of a few local plants will keep mother nature close to your family while you make wide use of vibrant colors to liven up your outdoor space.﻿﻿Outdoor lounges are highly flexible… they’re perfect for hosting your next get together with friends or family but are just as comfortable as your evening sanctuary for you and your spouse as you unwind after a hard day.﻿﻿Selecting a few items to create your perfect outdoor retreat is easy; here at Patio Heat and Shade all we do is focus on your outdoor comfort and relaxation. Not sure what’s best for your patio? We got you on this… our patio experts (the best in the business) are ready to help you. Call us, and we’ll be right there with you every step of the way.

Still unsure or need a little extra guidance? give our Patio Specialist a call at (855) 298 - 4922 and we would be happy to help you figure out which umbrella is right for you.

9 Outdoor Lounge Ideas

Idea 2: Modern Minimalist Oasis

Idea 3: Mediterranean-Inspired Terrace

Idea 4: Beachside Hammock Retreat

Idea 5: Rooftop Urban Escape

Idea 6: Rustic Cabin-Inspired Deck

Idea 7: Tropical Paradise Poolside

Idea 8: Backyard Retreat with Fire Table

Idea 9: Family-Friendly Outdoor Living Room

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