Your back porch can be great for relaxing, family time, or partying. Whether you have a small patio or large deck, you can find the perfect accessories to make the space cozy. Comfortable furniture is a must, but to set the right mood for the occasion, also consider some extra touches.

Add Outdoor Lights

Lighting can illuminate, highlight, and create a fun or serene atmosphere. Strings of lights are always popular, especially when hung above a table or below a pergola, canopy, or awning. If you don’t have a porch covering, you can buy support posts and string lights between them. Larger size bulbs are festive and functional, while tiny fairy lights can add whimsy.

Also think about adding lights at the floor level . Lights on stairs or at the edge of a deck are both practical and beautiful. Lanterns lit by soft bulbs or candles create a serene glow. And for those chilly evenings, a propane fire pit invites guests to gather.

Add Plants

No matter how much space you have, you can use plants to brighten your back porch both day and night. Choose flowering plants with colors that coordinate with your décor, or select bright splashes that catch the eye. Experiment with mixing flower pot styles, sizes, and designs for an attractive arrangement.

Plants can also set the mood by freshening and scenting the air. Jasmine and gardenia are pleasant fragrances and can be grown as both bushes and containers. Plants can have practical purposes, also. Scents like mint and lavender will repel mosquitoes .

Add Music

Whether you’re having a party or just hanging out, music can complement the occasion. Today’s wireless speakers are easy to install, and they add to your outdoor décor. You can buy speakers that look like landscaping rocks or lanterns. Some speakers can be mounted to the side of your house or deck.

Your outdoor sound system can be as complex or simple as you wish. While wiring speakers to your indoor receiver is an option, it’s often easier and less expensive if you connect by Bluetooth to your smartphone or tablet and turn on your digital playlist. 

All these additions for your back porch area are easy to do and budget-friendly, and best of all, they’re easily changeable. No matter what you use your back porch for, you can create the perfect mood for the occasion.

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