{"id":6054,"date":"2016-08-05T05:30:06","date_gmt":"2016-08-05T10:30:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.cushionsource.com\/blog\/?p=6054"},"modified":"2016-08-05T14:14:53","modified_gmt":"2016-08-05T19:14:53","slug":"6-clever-hacks-to-make-the-most-of-outdoor-spaces","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cushionsource.com\/blog\/design-ideas\/6-clever-hacks-to-make-the-most-of-outdoor-spaces\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Clever Hacks to Make the Most of Outdoor Spaces"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Just because summer is coming to an end, it doesn\u2019t mean you have to stop utilizing your outdoor patio. With these six clever hacks, you can make the most of your outdoor space any time of the year!<\/p>\n

1. Block the Sun, Not Your View<\/h2>\n

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When enjoying time in your outside space, the last thing you want is the harsh sun beating down on you making it hotter. But what if you don\u2019t want your view to always be blocked? The solution is temporary shading. Whether you want something draped across the top of your patio or down the side, a custom shade is just what you need.<\/p>\n

Pro Tip:<\/strong> Sunbrella fabrics<\/a> are perfect for outdoor shades with tons of fabric options to choose from. If you\u2019re looking to add a shade across the top of your patio, outdoor drapes with grommets<\/a> are a good option Take it one step further and customize them by having grommets added on both ends so you can easily slide the shade to make it retractable. All you need to do is add a sturdy wire rope where you want to hang it!<\/p>\n

2. Create an Optical Illusion<\/h2>\n
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