The great outdoors in summer is tempting, but by mid-June, it's also scorching. Enjoy fresh air in the shade with these sofas and umbrellas that help you keep your cool.
Pro 98 cassette awning, approximately $60-$100 per square foot installed.
1. Sheltered shade
A retractable awning can help you get the most out of your deck or patio. This model has a cassette to store the awning when not in use, giving it a streamlined look as well as extra protection for its fabric and components.
Fabritech Inc., 5740 Salmen St., Harahan, (504) 733-5009, fabritechonline.com. Pro 98 cassette awning, approximately $60-$100 per square foot installed. Call for detailed pricing.
Vivere double chaise lounger, $499.97.
2. Inclined to recline?
Kick back in a shaded lounger, perfect for embracing the slower pace of summer months. This double chaise has a scratch-resistant finish and an acrylic mesh seat that shakes off water with ease.
Lowes, lowes.com. Vivere double chaise lounger, $499.97.
treasure Garden cantilever umbrella and base, call for pricing
3. Well-adjusted
For dynamic, custom-made shade, consider a cantilever umbrella. This one makes it easy to adjust the angle for targeted shade and comes in a variety of sizes and Sunbrella fabrics.
Backyard Living, 7211 Regent St., Suite G, New Orleans, (504) 282-1011, backyardlivingnola.com. Treasure Garden cantilever umbrella and base, call for pricing and availability.
Scottsdale UV-resistant synthetic rattan daybed with collapsible canopy, $1,467.99.
4. All-around favorite
Kept together, the four pieces of this canopied patio daybed give you ample room for napping. And when you’re feeling refreshed and ready for company, you can break them up into a loveseat, two curved benches and a circular centerpiece.
Amazon, amazon.com. Scottsdale UV-resistant synthetic rattan daybed with collapsible canopy, $1,467.99.
Vida nine-piece patio lounge set with canopies, $1,798.61.
5. Set for summer
Made of weather-resistant and waterproof PE rattan, this lovely patio sectional's fabric-covered cushions and striking canopies will make it an instant favorite spot for outdoor lounging, for summer and beyond. Need a place for your daiquiri or piña colada? The coffee table is covered in glass.
Overstock, overstock.com. Vida nine-piece patio lounge set with canopies, $1,798.61.