Your backyard doesn’t just have to be a backyard. Sure, it may be where your kids play or it could very well be your dog’s restroom. However, don’t you think you deserve more out of your backyard? Why not create the perfect outdoor space and use it to its fullest potential?
With a little help from a tents and a little sweat and creativity, it is possible to transform your backyard from just a yard to an outdoor space that you never want to leave.
The perfect space for any celebration
Backyards are the perfect outdoor space for any celebration. People have known this for years. From backyard barbecues to kids’ birthday parties to pool parties – a backyard can hold a ton of memories. When you have your backyard decorated as a welcoming escape, it is even more inviting to you and your guests for making memories.
So, why are backyards the perfect outdoor space for celebrations?
- They allow you to keep the mess outside. You will not have to worry about spilled drinks or dropped food.
- Kids can run until they tire themselves out – they aren’t running through your house so you don’t care!
- Everyone stays in one centralized location. Unlike your house, there are no rooms for guests to meander to and separate from the group.
- Noise volume is much easier to handle if you have a bunch of people outside, rather than in.
First steps to make it more than just a yard
Think about it – when something is an eyesore, it is hard to want to be around it, right? That same thought applies to your yard. When was the last time you mowed your lawn? Have you ever formally landscaped it? Does the yard flow smoothly together or does it have harsh edges? Does your backyard have pleasing colors?
Before you can make a place that you or anyone else will want to hang out at, you must make the eyes happy. When your lawn looks good, it makes you feel good to be in it. Take some time to do some landscaping –
- Get your lawn (if you have one) to a luscious green color and trim it appropriately.
- Plant flowers, shrubbery, or other plants that you find nice and fitting for your yard.
- Consider using pebbles, stones, or mulch to fill in dead areas or those areas around freshly planted areas. This makes it look well groomed.
- If you feel like getting really creative, you can create a fountain and/or rock garden.
Your backyard should make you feel good when you are in it. It should be a quiet escape for you and your family.
The perks of a tent
So, you’ve cleaned up your yard and you are ready to show it off. However, you don’t have any overhead cover and – face it – it is hot outside this summer! The best decision you can make would be to rent a tent. You and your guests will be thankful that you did!
It doesn’t matter the size of your backyard. Tents come in all shapes and sizes so you will be sure to find the exact tent you are looking for. They provide overhead shelter from the sun. Sidewalls work to keep out other types of weather, as well. These walls can remain opened or closed – giving you options based on your personal choice (as well, of course, as what the weather decides to do).
Either way, a tent means that you can continue to utilize your backyard as much as you would like, without worry about the weather. Tents even offer clear sides so that you can enjoy all the landscaping in your outdoor space that you’ve worked so hard on.
Lighting and other electrical needs
Once you have your yard and tent in order, you will want to work on things such as lighting and other electrical needs. If you intend for your party to continue after the sun goes down – or even if you don’t intend – you will want to have a lighting source available. Not just your typical outdoor light or flood light.
You will want lighting of some sort both in and out of the tent. This will vary greatly with the celebration type. String lights always work well and give off a nice party glow. However, for more fancy affairs, you will want perhaps a chandelier or centerpiece candle lighting.
If you are in your backyard, your house should be able to supply the electricity needed. For any electrical needs, use heavy duty outdoor extension cords that are in undamaged shape.
Keep safety in mind:
- Be sure to light any walkways or treacherous areas.
- Take precautions when using candles or torches. Having a water source, as well as a fire extinguisher nearby is always a good idea.
- Cover extension cords with rugs if they are on the ground. This will help prevent you and yours guests from tripping.
- Do not overload electrical outlets. Take care to use multiple cords from multiple sources.
- Keep flammable decorations and other materials away from candles.
Perfecting touches
To make your outdoor space perfect for a party, there are still a few last touches that need to take place.
- Be sure to organize your backyard appropriately. You will want to make sure you have room for your tent that is away from things such as pools and grills.
- Because you are taking your party outdoors, you will now likely be in the company of insects and various other little creatures. Provide OFF! or some other type of insect repellant for your guests. Consider using citronella candles throughout the area. Consult a local exterminator for ideas on how to keep pests at bay during your celebration.
- Even though you will have a tent, you will want to provide things to make everyone comfortable outside – such as sunglasses and sunscreen.
Why waste this precious space? With a little work, your backyard can be an inviting oasis or place to retreat. Of course, it will also be the perfect outdoor space to throw a party!