http://thecompletepatio.com Mon, 26 Mar 2012 14:45:10 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 http://thecompletepatio.com/pergola-roofing-ideas http://thecompletepatio.com/pergola-roofing-ideas#comments Sun, 25 Mar 2012 16:25:24 +0000 admin http://thecompletepatio.com/?p=1122 The pergola is traditionally a semi-open top structure.  Yet, building a solid roof for the structure has become more and more fashionable and useful.  Pergola roofing ranges from large pvc roofing panels to the new metal roofing materials for the flat roof pergola. The Flat Roof Pergola The pergola roof to the left is flat, [...]]]> http://thecompletepatio.com/pergola-roofing-ideas/feed 0 http://thecompletepatio.com/the-pergola-is-the-perfect-alternative-to-the-gazebo http://thecompletepatio.com/the-pergola-is-the-perfect-alternative-to-the-gazebo#comments Sun, 25 Mar 2012 04:39:05 +0000 admin http://thecompletepatio.com/?p=1095 The pergola is the perfect alternative to the gazebo when not attached to the house, is the perfect alternative to a covered porch when partial sunlight is welcomed, and is ideal for being located either as a part of the patio or anywhere one wishes in the yard or garden.  In other words, the pergola [...]]]> http://thecompletepatio.com/the-pergola-is-the-perfect-alternative-to-the-gazebo/feed 0 http://thecompletepatio.com/chimeneas-for-the-patio http://thecompletepatio.com/chimeneas-for-the-patio#comments Sat, 24 Mar 2012 16:44:10 +0000 admin http://thecompletepatio.com/?p=1046 The word chimenea is from the Spanish for “chimney”.  What an appropriate name for the patio fireplace!  After all, the chimenea is designed to have a large, bulbous container for the fire and often a tall vent chimney to prevent smoke from blowing directly over the patio guests. It is pretty safe to say that [...]]]> http://thecompletepatio.com/chimeneas-for-the-patio/feed 0 http://thecompletepatio.com/wrought-iron-chaise-lounge http://thecompletepatio.com/wrought-iron-chaise-lounge#comments Thu, 22 Mar 2012 01:24:17 +0000 admin http://thecompletepatio.com/?p=1016 Investing in a wrought iron lounger or chaise lounge will complete the patio decor.  Yes, high quality wrought iron is an investment and it will pay dividends in comfort for years. Our first selection is one that is simple in appearance, but made to last. Specially developed for the harshest outdoor elements, the chairs’ four-layer [...]]]> http://thecompletepatio.com/wrought-iron-chaise-lounge/feed 0 http://thecompletepatio.com/buying-vintage-wrought-iron-patio-furniture http://thecompletepatio.com/buying-vintage-wrought-iron-patio-furniture#comments Tue, 20 Mar 2012 18:42:02 +0000 admin http://thecompletepatio.com/?p=984 We have all seen wrought iron patio furniture and many of us have fallen in love with the look.  Whether the furniture is new or whether we select vintage wrought iron patio furniture for our special area, the look is often formal and all too often a little uncomfortable.  That’s not to say that all [...]]]> http://thecompletepatio.com/buying-vintage-wrought-iron-patio-furniture/feed 0 http://thecompletepatio.com/the-patio http://thecompletepatio.com/the-patio#comments Tue, 21 Jun 2011 02:54:09 +0000 admin http://thecompletepatio.com/?p=894 The patio is an outdoor area that adjoins the home, usually made of concrete or stone.  Many patios are constructed directly on the ground while decks are often built on posts.  A raised patio could be a continuation of the foundation of the home itself.  Technically patios are made of concrete, pavers, or stone while [...]]]> http://thecompletepatio.com/the-patio/feed 0 http://thecompletepatio.com/adirondack-style-bistro-set http://thecompletepatio.com/adirondack-style-bistro-set#comments Wed, 27 Apr 2011 02:19:29 +0000 admin http://thecompletepatio.com/?p=882 Love Adirondack chairs but need a bistro set for the patio?  This set is the answer!  Available with either two or four chairs and in three color selections: creamy yellow, sage green or white. Whether the space is large or small, this lovely and classic Adirondack style bistro table and chairs will create a gathering [...]]]> http://thecompletepatio.com/adirondack-style-bistro-set/feed 0 http://thecompletepatio.com/teak-patio-table http://thecompletepatio.com/teak-patio-table#comments Sun, 06 Feb 2011 20:42:35 +0000 admin http://thecompletepatio.com/?p=799 When it comes to teak patio tables, this is one of the best selections.  Teak patio furniture has been an all time favorite for years, because of its longevity.  In fact, the teak furniture we put on our patio could outlast us.  That’s true!  Many teak outdoor pieces have a life span of 50 years. [...]]]> http://thecompletepatio.com/teak-patio-table/feed 0 http://thecompletepatio.com/teak-garden-or-patio-benches http://thecompletepatio.com/teak-garden-or-patio-benches#comments Mon, 20 Dec 2010 18:58:35 +0000 admin http://thecompletepatio.com/?p=726 Of all the teak patio furniture available, it seems that most are far more familiar with the garden bench, whether used in the yard, garden, or on the patio. The teak bench shown above is quite ample, measuring 52″ x 22″ x 36″. All the joints are assembled with solid brass hardware.  Obviously, quality goes [...]]]> http://thecompletepatio.com/teak-garden-or-patio-benches/feed 0 http://thecompletepatio.com/a-cantilever-patio http://thecompletepatio.com/a-cantilever-patio#comments Sat, 18 Dec 2010 01:19:49 +0000 admin http://thecompletepatio.com/?p=711 Living in an area with mountains and hills can make a patio or deck an impossibility —- or should we say, improbability? While many of us are satisfied with a small deck, this 12′ X 24′ deck is large enough for comfortable entertaining.  While the size of the deck is impressive, what is more impressive [...]]]> http://thecompletepatio.com/a-cantilever-patio/feed 0