Shade for my front porch
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Tami Chrisman on Sep 25, 2016I put breezy full length "curtains" around mine EXCEPT for the step area. They were on rods placed about 3 inches from the top with the curtains on large metal rings so I could slide them back and loosely tie them to the columns whenever I wanted. I didn't get pictures of them and we have moved. The new owner told the realtor that was what drew her to the house.Helpful Reply
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Karla Hasler on Sep 25, 2016Try planting some vertical shrubs or vines on the sides of the porchHelpful Reply
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Michelle on Sep 25, 2016I have used Patio Shades in white. You can pull them up or lower them easilyHelpful Reply
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Jackie Byrd on Sep 26, 2016I know this isn't directly to your question but someone recently posted about staining/painting her concrete walkway and entrance. It looked very good. The poster was able to do it herself one weekend using a long handle roller. It's something you might consider to give a bit of polish to front of your house.Helpful Reply
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Janet AF on Sep 26, 2016This is actually an old photo as it was raining yesterday and could not take a fresh shot. We have added a nice rug and some new furniture to our porch but the sun just kills all the plants and keeps us from sitting on the porch so that is what I am trying to solve.Helpful Reply
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Deb on Sep 26, 2016Put up vertical lattice and plant vines. You can choose hummingbird friendly vines like a trumpet vine and enjoy them dancing from bloom to bloom.Helpful Reply
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Kathy Bitzan on Sep 26, 2016I would go with blinds to keep some of the heat out of the house.. If your looking for plants check with your local landscapers or gardeners they can advice for your area. A lot of them offer free estimates. My step dad did this years ago and then did it himself. After seeing the price for plants then the labor you know why.Helpful Reply
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Robin on Sep 26, 2016wonder if you could put matching canvas valance similar to awnings? Look online where they sell canvas awnings.Helpful Reply
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Robin on Sep 26, 2016http://images.hayneedle.com/mgen/master:AWN09... they make just a valance like an inside window I didn't see those on this site but it gives you an ideaHelpful Reply
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Stephanie corley on Sep 29, 2016I had a similar problem. I bought painter drop cloths, used plumming tubes as rods and used curtain rings with clips. I made simple tie backs and hooked them to the columns. I looked great and soft. You can do the same with sheers sold on ebay.Helpful Reply
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Johnchip on Oct 01, 2016All great ideas. There are also window application products to shade the sun/heat with protective coatings that may solve your problem as well.Helpful Reply
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