Cooler weather doesn’t have to mean the end of patio season in the Hampton Roads Region. By choosing patio furniture made of weather-resistant materials, and adding warm fire features, covered wind-protected structures, and cozy textiles, you can absolutely extend your outdoor entertaining into the cooler fall and winter months.
To seamlessly transition your outdoor living space into cooler weather, follow these pro tips from the patio experts at Williamsburg Wicker Patio & Home.
Weather-Resistant Patio Furniture
Select outdoor furniture made of weather-resistant materials that can withstand Virginia’s humid, breezy and cooler autumn and winter coastal climate, such as poly patio furniture, teak wood furniture, or powder-coated cast aluminum.
Fire & Heat Features
Install a stone or metal fire feature as a central gathering spot to radiate warmth on chilly coastal evenings, or mount infrared or gas heaters to your porch ceiling to direct warmth down into your seating area.
Sheltered or Covered Areas
Shield your seating or outdoor kitchen from brisk winds, damp air and occasional coastal rain with a covered pavilion or pergola, and add heavy outdoor curtains or louvered panels to block chilly seasonal breezes.
Textiles & Ambiance
Decorate outdoor armchairs, sofas and sectionals with weather-resistant cushions, faux fur throws, and heavy wool blankets, and use warm LED string lights or lanterns to make the space feel intimate and bright during early winter sunsets.
Hot Toddy & Cocoa Stations
Create a fun and inviting outdoor hot toddy and cocoa station using a sturdy cart or table and an insulated beverage dispenser for hot liquids, with organized jars of toppings and spirits, or add a s’mores station for the firepit.
Fall & Winter Décor
Decorate with cornstalks and pumpkins, and use hay bales and milk crates as rustic stands for potted mums in the fall, then change over to festive wreaths, garlands of evergreen boughs, and planters filled with winterberry branches and pinecones in early winter.
Enjoy Cool-Weather Outdoor Living in Hampton Roads, VA
Embrace the cool weather with these outdoor living tips from the patio design experts at Williamsburg Wicker Patio & Home, and stop by our Williamsburg store for the largest selection of in-stock indoor and outdoor furniture in Hampton Roads and the surrounding area.
We’re open throughout the fall and winter, and our designers are always available for free in-store design consultations. View our store hours and get directions, or contact us for more information.
