5 easy options to redesign and decorate your balcony
We show you some tricks and ideas that you can use to easily redesign your balcony space, decorate it and turn it into a desirable place, no matter how small it is.
We are just a few days away from being able to notice the progressive increase in temperatures and we know that we have a beautiful balcony that we could be enjoying, but at the moment, this is not decorated as we would like and, therefore, does not invite us to enjoy good times outdoors.
We bring the solution: March is the perfect month to start on this journey of decorating and redesigning your balcony to turn it into that dream space where you can enjoy a delicious breakfast and warm summer nights.
1. Furniture for small balconies: create your own chill out style.
The first thing to consider when looking for furniture is the space we have. Measuring thoroughly the meters we have in our balcony will give us an idea of the surface we have available and the size that the furniture should have.
After having it clear, you can think of allocating a third of the space to furniture and make the most of it by installing additional movable furniture such as chairs or folding tables and even take advantage of the railing to hang a shelf and use it as a table.
We can find different multifunctional furniture such as benches with internal storage, which have a panel to hang shelves and other objects.
2. Balcony flooring: difference between materials for outdoor space.
However, it is important to consider that balconies can support a certain weight and exceeding this weight could be detrimental to the safety of the structure.
Fortunately, nowadays, we have many models of flooring with features compatible with balconies, such as lightness and weather resistance. Some are also very useful if we are in rented apartments, as they can be installed with a double-sided adhesive tape system that keeps the floor fixed without the need for works.
Another option is to lay artificial grass, which, together with the other types of flooring mentioned above, is a good idea to decorate a balcony and make it much more welcoming.
3. A little extra privacy on your decorated balcony
One way to create privacy is to install a balcony screen. This covering is placed on the balcony railings, and also offers another way to give your balcony a new look.
To choose among all the types of balcony protection available, we can consider a few essential characteristics and look for the most suitable model, such as: UV protection, waterproofing and weather resistance.
One way to create privacy is to install a balcony screen. This covering is placed on the balcony railings, and also offers another way to give your balcony a new look.
To choose among all the types of balcony protection that exist, we can contemplate a few essential characteristics and look for the model that best suits them, such as: UV protection, waterproofing and weather resistance.
4. Installation of an awning to protect us from the sun and create a cozy atmosphere. cozy atmosphere.
This is one of the most important aspects to take into account when organizing your balcony. The balcony awnings offer solar protection, lowering up to 6 degrees the temperature inside the balcony and window of the house thanks to its protection against UV rays.
This type of systemalso creates a cozy atmosphere, ideal for enjoying this outdoor space at any time of the day.
At night, awnings with built-in LED system offer energy-saving and high-powered lighting, ideal for enjoying your balcony on those warm summer nights.
The awnings are very easy to install and can also be chosen in a motorized version, with remote control. Another advantage is that, being installed on the wall or in the opening of the exit to the balcony, it will not take up space.
5. Plants for balconies: north and south.
The orientation of your balcony is very important when thinking about what type of outdoor plant is best for your balcony.
North-facing balconies tend to have little light during the day, so you should consider a hardy type of aromatic plants whose ideal habitat is shade. Options include rhododendrons, lilies, conifers and laurels.
On the other hand, if your balcony faces south, it will receive a lot of sunlight throughout the day, so you should consider acquiring easy-to-care-for plants and colorful flowers that need watering and benefit from this sun exposure, such as daisy, lavender and rosemary.