How To Winterize Your Outdoor Living Space

When the colder months come, snow is sure to cover up everything. The overwhelming effect of snow on an outdoor living space is unpreventable, but you can reduce, if not avoid, the damage. Do the preparations a few weeks before the first day of winter. This is to avoid overlooking important details like forgetting to lock a window or the shed.

Decorative plants are lovely, but you should also winterize them. The unfavorable weather is sure to cause great damage to them.

• Remove the flowers from their pots or planters.
• Clean and store planters made of good wood like cedar.
• If that’s not possible, it’s best to cover them with a water repelling sheet with minimum exposure for ventilation. Also, check for cracks along the exterior part of the house. This may serve as an entrance for cold air.
• Check the windows for gaps, as well. Note that cold winter drafts may also have a noticeable effect on heating bills.

If there are still leaves scattered all over the lawn, then consider raking them. Using an enriching fertilizer will help the grass stay lush and healthy even under heavy coats of snow. Trees also require your attention. Remove weakened branches as these may cause damage to the surrounding area if not given prior attention.

You can also save lawn furniture from the damage brought by winter. Carry lightweight or plastic furniture then store it away with ease. Leave heavy and almost immovable ones outside, sheltered or at least covered with the manufacturer’s recommended tarps or large plastic bags.

Manufacturer’s suggested covers are mostly made of thick and sturdy vinyl and durable ropes that can withstand the cold without wearing out. To winterize the pond, promptly turn off the water pump before the water freezes. You don’t need to remove the fishes from the water, but you need to remove potted plants and other aquatic herbs.

When winter comes make a hole that will act as an opening for oxygen. This will keep the fishes alive for next spring. Avoid putting away garden hoses and tools with disregard.

Clean spades, shovels and trowels thoroughly by dipping them in sand with motor oil. Store them properly right after this cleaning procedure. This helps in protecting and lubricating them at the same time.

After draining, you should also avoid leaving hoses outside in the cold. Note that doing this has an immensely negative impact on their durability.

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