How to Decorate a Side Porch

Decorating a side porch involves incorporating the right seating arrangements and decor for the space. Side porches may have ample room for a table and chairs, or only offer enough room for one chair and end table. Whatever the size of the side porch, you can decorate and arrange fixtures in a way that highlights the space from the rest of the outside area. Does this Spark an idea?

Instructions

1

Place removable hooks on the house siding of the porch. Display outside decorations such as wood plaques with sayings or metal ornamentation on the hooks.

2

Place a small seating arrangement in one section of the porch. Determine the best view from the porch when selecting placement for the furniture. Choose comfortable outdoor chairs with cushions or provide several pillows for comfort.

3

Set a table on an ample side porch area or several smaller outdoor tables in a limited area to hold beverages or books.

4

Position a trellis next to the side porch. Plant vining roses to climb the trellis, offering fragrance and a pleasing view. Set flowers such as geraniums or petunias in clay pots around the porch.

5

Drape a string of white lights around the ceiling and perimeter of the porch. These provide soft light and interesting atmosphere in the evenings.

6

Hang outdoor blinds or drapes along the perimeter of the porch to shield the space from the sun during hot weather.