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THE BEST OUTDOOR FURNITURE MATERIAL FOR WHERE YOU LIVE

Furnishing your porch, patio or sunroom in the right outdoor furniture can increase the longevity of outdoor enjoyment. However, some outdoor furniture material may hold up better in warm, dry climates rather than cold, wet climates. So, what’s the trick to choosing the best outdoor furniture material? Take a look at your weather. While most outdoor furniture material is designed to withstand regular wear-and-tear, some materials may be more (or less) suitable for your environment. In Virg ....

How to Create a Welcoming Front Porch

Your porch should be an extension of your interior decor while also creating curb appeal for passersby and approaching guests alike.  Here are 5 ways to create a relaxing and welcoming front porch: 1. Landscape and Seasonal Blooms Even though they’re not on the porch itself, the plants you include in the landscape leading toward your front door can have a huge impact on how your porch looks and feels. From the street, colorful plants create a great focal point and also help to add privacy ....

How to Keep Your Outdoor Furniture Looking New

Patio furniture is bound to take some abuse from the elements, especially in Virginia Beach, as well as all the local cities of Hampton Roads, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Chesapeake, Hampton, Newport News, Suffolk and even the Outer Banks of North Carolina and the Eastern Shore of Virginia are impacted by the salt water of the Atlantic Ocean and  Chesapeake Bay. Salt water creates a unique challenge in caring for furniture use outside on patios even if it is an open sunroom space. That’s why it’ ....

Our Guide to Purchasing Outdoor Furniture

Consider your budget. It is possible to find very inexpensive outdoor furniture, but realize that less-expensive furniture often does not wear as well and will need to be replaced over time. What materials will be best for your climate and home aesthetic? Think about comfort and family lifestyle. Better cushions and a quality umbrella can make a huge difference on how you spend your time outdoors. Here are examples of quality materials you will find here at Willis:   Brown Jo ....