How to make your patio cozy for fall and winter entertaining?

Now is the time to reflect on how your backyard patio has performed over the past few months.

• Is concrete stained or cracked?
• Is it the last year for patio furniture that has sun damage and wear?
• Do you plan to give up on your patio until next year?

You might be astonished at the possibilities of making your patio a cool spot for entertaining in the fall and winter. Now is the time to start thinking about how to make it a place for cold weather entertaining.

Get started with indestructible flooring.

An uninspiring gray cement patio can be transformed into a beautiful flagstone or cobblestone by adding a custom-colored decorative concrete finish. Stamped concrete hardwood patterns can add a country feel to your outdoor space with realistic reclaimed wood and wide plank designs. Stains, cracks, and imperfections can be covered with decorative concrete finishes such as stained concrete or stamped concrete. There are many options available, including simple concrete stains and restorative overlays. Each finished surface is guaranteed to resist all weather conditions and will not crack, chip, or stain.

You can enjoy effortless seating with seat walls.

Seat walls can be used to increase seating capacity and define open spaces. Seat walls can be used to create a more intimate space, as well as add texture and style to your patio. Or, you can make your patio look crowded by bringing out folding chairs. A permanent seating solution will add beauty and functionality year-round. Faux stone seat walls look great with outdoor ovens, rock fireplaces, and fire pits. They can also be used as a serving or seating area. The patio is brightened by all-weather cushions in autumn colors like pumpkin, rust, and brown. They also provide a barrier against cold and make it more comfortable to sit on.

Replace, but not replace, the fireplace.

A cozy fire is a great way to bring people together in cooler weather. Outdoor fireplaces are popular places to gather when the temperature drops. Vertical concrete resurfacing is a great option for outdoor fireplaces, barbecues, or pizza ovens that show their age. It can be done with faux stone finishes such as flagstone, Mountain Drystack, and hand-scored limestone. Vertical concrete resurfacing can be applied to brick, drywall plaster, concrete, and wood. This will transform a long-suffering fireplace into an authentic look that resembles rock, stone, or wood. It costs half as much as real materials. It's amazing faux, and all your guests will be able to see it. Double as a barbeque and use the fireplace to grill hotdogs, burgers, and chicken kabobs. Pop popcorn outside while the fun continues.