During the summertime, many Delaware homeowners like to enhance their outdoor living spaces. One of the best ways to do this is to create an outdoor dining space. These spaces are ideal for hosting parties, allowing you to socialize, enjoy a meal, and take in the beautiful weather outside. There are multiple things you need to do when creating an outdoor dining space. Here are some tips to help you get started.
Define the Space with an Outdoor Structure
Space Makers Sheds offers multiple styles of outdoor structures that are perfect for an outdoor dining space. We have gazebos and pavilions that will enhance your backyard, increase the use of your space, and provide protection from Delaware weather elements. The roof of these structures provides privacy and much-needed shade from the sun and rain showers, protecting everything underneath. These structures will help define your dining space to make it more inviting for guests.
Pavilions
We offer many styles of pavilions for your space that come in a range of sizes for both small and large outdoor dining spaces. They come in either wood or vinyl materials; wooden pavilions give a rustic look to your backyard, while vinyl is sleek and low-maintenance. Our pavilions withstand rain, sun, and wind for comfortable backyard dinner parties. For large gatherings, we recommend our Grand Estate Pavilions. For small parties, our Santa Fe Pavilions are ideal.
Gazebos
Our gazebos are perfect for outdoor entertainment, adding character to any backyard dining space. These structures come in different shapes and sizes to accommodate any Delaware backyard setting. Similar to our pavilions, they are available in wood or vinyl materials. Gazebos can have a screen built in to keep bugs away while providing airflow to the people inside. You can also enhance the design of these structures by adding planter boxes around the perimeter. If you need adequate seating options for smaller dinner parties, our Oval Gazebos offer more seating space than Octagon ones. For large parties, we recommend our Dodecagon or Rectangle Gazebos.
Choose a Location
The location of your dining space is vital. It should offer privacy and comfort for you and your guests. Choose a location that has a good view or setting, and is optimal distance from your kitchen. We recommend having the outdoor dining space on a patio or deck not far from your back door. For more functional use of your backyard, build an outdoor kitchen to pair with your dining space.
Get Furniture Suited for Outdoor Use
Once you’ve chosen your location and your desired outdoor structure, you can design the dining area. Determine how many people you need space for, then find furniture that is weather-resistant and easy to maintain so you can use it outside.
Space Makers’ Furniture
Space Makers offers poly furniture that is designed for outdoor use and requires little to no maintenance. All you’ll need to do is clean them from time to time. We have dining sets, along with individual tables and chairs for you to create a welcoming space. We recommend using different kinds of chairs, like dining chairs, benches, and swivel chairs, for versatile seating arrangements. You can make these more comfortable by adding weather-resistant cushions.
Decorate the Space
Use your decor to make your outdoor dining space more cozy and unique. Add lights, rugs, and tablecloths to add personal touches to the space, and use a Bluetooth speaker for background music during meals.
Lighting
Lights enhance your space, making it more inviting. We recommend using string lights, lanterns, outdoor sconces, or battery-operated candles to illuminate your space.
Outdoor Rugs
Just like how you would decorate an indoor dining room, add a rug underneath your dining table. Rugs make your space more homey and will be more comfortable on your feet, so you’re not walking on the hot ground from the Delaware sun. When looking for a rug, ensure you find one suited for outdoor use so it doesn’t get damaged by weather.
Decorate the Table
Decorating the table will add visual appeal to your dining space, making it more comfortable and inviting. Get a tablecloth and create an eye-catching centerpiece to add texture to the setting. Use placemats and outdoor-friendly dishes to enhance your dining experience. We recommend finding dishes made with melamine to use outdoors.
Keep Pests Away
Finally, to make a comfortable outdoor dining space, keep bugs away from your meals. This is especially necessary during Delaware summers, where there are more bugs outside. Space Makers’ structures are made to deter pests, but you can still attract them when food is on the table. You can use pest repellants to keep bugs away from you and your food. Have bug spray on hand for your guests, and use citronella candles to repel insects. We’ve found that creating a centerpiece with pest-repelling herbs is also beneficial; use basil, thyme, mint, and rosemary in your decor.
Elevate Your Backyard with Space Makers
Space Makers has what you need to create a beautiful outdoor dining space in Delaware. Our outdoor structures and poly furniture are fully customizable to suit your specific needs. Check out our inventory of pre-built structures and furniture that are ready for delivery, or get a free quote on a custom build today. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us.