BBQ season is almost upon us. But if your outdoor space is in need of some TLC, don’t fret. Here are some top tips to get ready for summer entertaining.
Summer is just around the corner, and that means balmy evenings, cold beers and endless BBQswith mates. For the social butterflies among us, it’s the best time of the year. But inevitably, each summer, we find ourselves rushing around at the last minute to get those all-important additions to our outdoor space. And we’re often left with few items to choose from.
Now is the perfect time to get in ahead of the rush, and have your home in shipshape for the summer festivities with quality additions that will stand the test of time.
Here are some ideas to get your backyard ready for BBQ season.
Fire it up with the best BBQ equipment
It goes without saying that if you want to host a BBQ, you will need the proper equipment to do so safely. Your choice of BBQ will depend on a few things: the size of your space, how many people you tend to cook for, and how serious you are about barbecuing. If you’re just cooking for two, then a small, portable charcoal grill might be your best bet. While the BBQ masters out there will be looking for a six burner hooded BBQ that can feed a crowd. There’s plenty of options available whatever your need or skill level, as well as all the add-ons that you will need to get grilling.
Invest in a suitable dining set for outdoors
The dining/seating area is at the heart of every outdoor entertaining space. People will naturally congregate around the food and drinks, so you’ll want to have adequate seating to cater to your typical number of guests. Consider what materials will best complement the look and feel of our space, but also the suitability of tabletops (e.g. glass vs wicker) when it comes to cleaning and maintenance. And remember it’s important that your furniture can be covered or safely stored away from the elements during those cold winter months.
Set the mood with ambient lighting
When the sun eventually sets on your epic evening with friends, you’ll need some proper lighting outside to keep the party going into the night. Whether it’s wall lights, hanging lights or bollards to dot around your garden, there are so many options available to suit your individual space. Think about the type of ambience you want to create and choose the amount and tone of light based on that. If your outdoor entertainment space is in need of some love, don’t leave it until the last minute. Now is the time to get set for summer. With humm, you can purchase all that you need now, while spreading the repayments over a longer period of time. And there’s zero interest!
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