This Memorial Day Weekend, Make the Most of Outdoor Living Spaces

Valley Forge, PA (PRWEB) May 23, 2014

The unofficial start of the summer season, Memorial Day is a time to kick back and relax in the backyard, swim in a newly opened pool, have a barbeque, and participate in outdoor recreation activities. Many homeowners also mark the holiday by firing up the grill, pulling lawn furniture out of storage and thinking about ways to spruce up the exterior of their homes.

CertainTeed Corporation, North Americas leading brand of building products, offers complete lines of decking, siding, roofing, railing, exterior trim and fence products to help homeowners create beautiful and lasting curb appeal, as well as sustainable and low-maintenance outdoor living spaces. To get the most out of your yard this Memorial Day, CertainTeed provides the following tips:

Gather around the fire There may be nothing as inviting as an open fire, which brings people together with storytelling and laughter. Fire pits can also serve as a focal point in an outdoor landscape design, and are a popular and relatively affordable way to create a central gathering spot in a backyard or patio. For larger spaces, a custom outdoor fireplace might be an option.

Prep the deck Transform a deck into an inviting space for entertaining by adding comfortable furniture and fun accessories, creating separate zones for grilling, dining, and lounging. Water features are also a favorite, adding interest and privacy while disguising unwanted background noise. In addition, shading features like an umbrella or pergola can keep the area cool and comfortable.

Energize the exterior Creating dynamic curb appeal requires exterior siding and roofing products that give a home its personality. Choose bright, primary colors to create a vibrant mood or incorporate warm hues and woodgrain textures for a cozy, rustic appeal. CertainTeed offers unsurpassed Freedom of Choice with a wide array of exterior building products in durable materials that are designed to mix-and-match with each other and feature authentic textures, versatile styles and rich color combinations.

Paint or replace your front door Speaking of the perfect hue, a pop of color on a front door with a fresh coat of semi-gloss can also make a homes entrance stand apart from neutral neighbors. Check for any homeowners association restrictions, then pick a color, grab a paintbrush and get painting. Be sure to prime first for extra durability.

Need help selecting the perfect color? Use online tools like CertainTeed ColorCoach that guide users through the product selection process by offering professional color theory, including tips, trends and palettes that work well together.

Be energy-conscious Products such as CedarBoards insulated siding, with custom-contoured foam backing can improve thermal performance of exterior walls. Or consider a sleek solar roofing system to generate electricity, like Apollo II, which can easily be integrated into either an existing roof or with the installation of a new roof that combines solar panels and asphalt shingles.

Create ambience with lighting Outdoor lighting can set the mood and create a comfortable, relaxing atmosphere after the sun goes down. Step and path lights improve safety and add visual appeal, and solar powered lights are an easy and affordable way to accent landscaping. Also, energy efficient LED lights dont attract insects like halogen lights.

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This Memorial Day Weekend, Make the Most of Outdoor Living Spaces