Patio decor and Furniture?

Col14497143
by Col14497143
I have a 40'x20' deck overlooking the ocean in Newfoundland and would like recommendations on how to furnish/ decorate the space to withstand the winds but not block the view
  6 answers
  • C. D. Scallan C. D. Scallan on Jul 22, 2017

    Wow, what a beautiful view ! How about something like this ?

    http://www.hometalk.com/diy/outdoor/furniture/diy-pallet-furniture-23322361

  • Chubby58 Chubby58 on Jul 22, 2017

    Search on Hometalk! I just saw that someone made deck furniture out of pallets. It looked really sturdy and the finished product was beautiful! And you can usually get pallets for free.

  • Jewellmartin Jewellmartin on Jul 22, 2017

    In lots of tropical areas, the beds, couches and tables are made of cement to fight the heat, wind, and salt air. This might be an idea for you to explore. Cement furniture would not freeze, would be more durable than wood or most metals, and can be stained, painted and decorated to be very attractive. I really think I need to come examine your situation in person. I would only need to stay as long as it is 90-100* in Dallas, Texas! Ha ha. Best wishes đŸ˜‡

  • Sharon Sharon on Jul 22, 2017

    Here on the windy Oregon coast, they put glass panels up as a wind break to preserve the view....https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/28471477/list/how-to-screen-a-seaside-garden-from-the-wind

    https://www.pinterest.com/search/pins/?q=Wind%20screens%20on%20ocean%20decks&rs=typed&term_meta[]=Wind%7Ctyped&term_meta[]=screens%7Ctyped&term_meta[]=on%7Ctyped&term_meta[]=ocean%7Ctyped&term_meta[]=decks%7Ctyped

  • Vivian collier Vivian collier on Jul 23, 2017

    Find the pallat idea on DYI and attach them to your outside wall

  • 17335038 17335038 on Jul 23, 2017

    After living many years on Vancouver Island in Canada, I do not agree with the comments about making patio furniture out of old pallets. The salt in the air and the wet winds, are very hard on anything wooden that is outside. Unless the wood has been properly treated for this climate, and you are prepared for a great deal of maintenance, then although the idea is trendy right not, I would say don't waste your time.


    If your budget allows it, plan for plexiglass panels inserted in between rust proof and mould proof half walls or deck railing (such as powder coated aluminium) facing the best view.