A backyard patio can be a place of refuge and relaxation. Serving Northern California neighborhoods such as San Jose, Walnut Creek, and Riverview, Patio Designers provides services such as patio design and patio installation. These skilled deck builders say if you want your backyard patio to serve as a welcoming oasis, you’ll have to invest in proper care and maintenance to ensure it looks the part. 

These three tips will help you care for your backyard patio:  

• Clean & Seal Your Pavers: Your covered patio's pavers can become moldy and dirty with time, and the sun will cause their colors to fade. You can improve the look of the pavers on your patio by cleaning and sealing them every two or three years. Use a masonry detergent, and apply sealers after the pavers have been cleaned. 
• Spruce Up Your Patio Furniture: Outdoor exposure can take a toll on the appearance of your patio furniture. Enhance the appearance of furniture with metal frames by using auto polish to make them shimmer and shine. Restore the look of glass tabletops with glass cleaner, and beautify your stainless steel grill by using a degreaser on the grates and exterior. 
• Tend To Your Potted Plants: If your potted plants have been neglected, this will mar the look of your covered patio. Get rid of old potting soil from planters and clean the insides of the pots with a bleach and water solution to banish any insects that may have taken up residence. Add fresh potting soil, and if the plant is withered or dead, replace it with one that is healthy. 

Give your backyard patio a fresh and exciting new look by enlisting the assistance of the experts at Patio Designers. These specialists will transform your covered patio into a setting that reflects beauty and tranquility. Call (877) 757-2846 for a free estimate, or visit these Northern California patio design professionals online.