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With summer rapidly approaching, homeowners are spending more time outdoors and refreshing their outdoor spaces. While many homeowners, especially renters, may have smaller outdoor spaces to enjoy, DIYing an idyllic patio or balcony for the summer is still a popular choice.
Hardware Retailing recommends these six products for a practical and stylish small patio or balcony space.
Balcony Tables
The Folding Balcony Bar Table from Balcony Bar Table attaches to a balcony railing to create a table surface for a variety of uses. The table comes in sizes from XXS to 4X Large, is available in 10 wood varieties and can attach to railings with thicknesses ranging from 1 inch to 6.3 inches.
EP Design Lab’s solar-lit outdoor table comes in small or large sizes and includes solar-powered lights that automatically turn on at night. The bulbs have a lifetime of 20,000 hours and the small table is 15.7 inches wide, ideal for small outdoor patios or balconies.
String Lights
These Shatterproof Outdoor String Lights from Breck + Fox are made from durable PVC material and come with 15 bulbs. The bulbs are waterproof and weather resistant, withstanding temperatures as low as -4 degrees Fahrenheit.
The Waterproof Garden Ball Lights from Kiyo Home are weather-resistant, sphere-shaped lights offering a whimsical feel to a small outdoor space. The lights come in sizes ranging from XS to XL, 16 color options that can be changed with a remote, are USB chargeable and offer up to 10 hours of illumination with each charge.
Seating
These woven patio chairs from 39F Inc. come in a set of two, include cushions and are lightweight while still being sturdy enough to resist harsh weather conditions. The chairs are made with an iron frame and plastic rattan and are a neutral beige color, complementing any small outdoor space.
The Lakeside Deep Seating Chair from Polywood is suitable for small- to mid-sized patio spaces, measuring 30.1 inches in width. The chair cushions and frame are made for comfort and durability and include UV protectant.
