How to Get Your Backyard Hosting-Ready for Spring

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As snow and ice melt and flowers start to bloom, it’s the perfect time to start planning for your spring get-togethers. It’s still a little chilly, but that’s easy to deal with. All you really need is the right patio table and chairs, and a few items to keep your guests comfortable. With these items and upgrades, you can elevate your outdoor space just in time for spring.

Gray outdoor patio dining set with table, four chairs, and bench on rug, styled with plants and tableware outside.

Find the Right Setup

First, you need to find the right setup for your backyard. Whether you gather on a patio or a deck, you will want outdoor furniture. You can find a wide variety of outdoor patio tables and chairs to match the aesthetics of your yard and house. The key is to have enough room for guests without taking up too much space on your patio or deck. You can even choose patio benches and swings, or hammocks for more seating/lounging options. Don’t forget the patio umbrella, especially if you have a south-facing backyard.

 Make Sure You and Your Guests are Comfortable

Keeping your guests comfortable while gathering in your backyard is essential. The umbrella can help shield guests from the sun, but it might also be worth getting a gas outdoor fire pit to keep everyone warm on cool spring nights. After all, spring can still see snow, but chilly air shouldn’t stop you from hosting a fun weekend barbecue. Whether it’s a small fire pit that fits on a patio table or a standalone fire pit, you can keep warm and toast marshmallows after dinner.

Brown wicker outdoor dining set with rectangular table and cushioned chairs on a paved patio surrounded by greenery.

Upgrade Your Kitchen for Support

You might be using your outdoor furniture and a barbecue for dinner, but that doesn’t mean you can’t have support from your kitchen. That means you should have upgrades like a stainless steel farmhouse kitchen sink to deal with all the extra dishes that come with hosting guests. Consider a workstation sink if you cook often, and you can turn the space into the prep kitchen of your dreams.

Wooden outdoor dining set with rectangular table and folding chairs on a patio, styled with tea set and greenery.

About Menards®

 Menards® can help turn your home improvement project from an idea into reality. You can find supplies, high-quality tools, and all the materials you need for your projects at more than 300 locations across the Midwest. Find help from in-store experts or inspiration from other DIY enthusiasts, whether you’re installing a walk in bathroom tub and double-sink vanities or new stainless steel single-bowl kitchen sinks. From weekend projects to major renovations, every DIY project begins with a trip to Menards®.

Find everything you need to upgrade your outdoor space this spring at https://www.menards.com/

Location: 5101 Menard Dr, Eau Claire, WI 54703, USA

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