How to Decorate a Front Porch for Summer
Summer is the season for long, leisurely days spent outside. A front porch decorated for summer is the perfect welcome to any home. Make your porch a place of fun and comfort by adding a few decorations for summer. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Chair or bench
- Wreath
- Seasonal door mat
- Large flower pots
- Dirt
- Flowers
- Welcome sign
- Broom
- Hose
- Chair cushions
Instructions
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Sweep off the front porch. Remove any debris leftover from winter. Spray the porch off with a hose after sweeping.
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Move a cozy chair or bench to the front porch. Put cushions on the chair to make for a comfortable seat.
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Hang a floral wreath or hanging planter on the front door. Put freshly cut flowers in the planter or use dried or silk flowers.
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Put a large pot on the front porch near the chair. Plant summer flowers in the planter. Use several planters if there is enough space on the porch.
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Put a new summer door mat at the front door. Buy seasonal door mats at home improvement or variety stores.
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Hang a welcome sign on the house. Use a sign that has a summer motif like flowers, butterflies or the beach.
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Weed flower gardens surrounding the porch. Plant new flowers in the gardens and add fun yard art like gazing balls or stone statuary.
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Tips & Warnings
Wicker furniture is perfect for the summer season.
Replace worn chair/bench cushions.
Plant flowers that are heat and sun friendly.
