If the warmer weather is tempting you back outdoors, here are some of the best ways to revamp your garden, transforming it into a comfortable and welcoming space in which you can while away the long summer days.

1. Create a comfortable seating area

It is impossible to really relax in your garden if there is nowhere to sit. Consider what flat, level areas you have, the views they offer and the sun they receive when selecting outdoor furniture to ensure that it fits your available space, does not obstruct your view and provides sufficient protection from the elements.

Outdoor corner sofa sets are ideally suited to large gardens with spacious patio areas, delivering the utmost in comfort, coordinating seamlessly with your decor and complementing your home and garden.

For smaller gardens, outdoor dining sets provide the perfect seating arrangement for barbecues, al fresco dining and hosting the neighbours. If your flat and level outdoor space is very cosy, an outdoor bistro set may be exactly what you need.

For the height of luxury, consider investing in a garden day bed. These comfortable and well-shaded outdoor beds allow you to relax and unwind in peace and tranquillity, providing you with the privacy you need to enjoy your outdoor space all summer long.

2. Embrace the summer vibes with a lounging space

There is no better way to welcome summer than on a sun lounger and the good news is that you don't need to go abroad in order to enjoy one. Our sun lounger range is stylish, waterproof and resistant to UV rays, meaning that you can enjoy beachside full-body comfort in the privacy of your own garden.

Practical and purposeful, a garden table is an essential upgrade for every outdoor space, providing a sturdy and stable platform on which to rest your drinks and snacks, your sunglasses, your book and even your secateurs.

3. Invest in a high quality parasol to protect you from the elements

Of all of the garden accessories available, a parasol is the most important. Parasols are versatile and attractive, and being UV rated, can keep you from burning in bright sun while protecting you from summer showers.

Most parasols are universally compatible with all outdoor dining tables, though stands can be purchased separately if the intent is to shade a sun lounger or day bed rather than being installed in a static position above a table.

Parasols are easily opened and closed using a crank handle and the vast majority offer a tilt mechanism that allows you to create shade, however much the sun travels while you are outdoors.

4. Colour can set the mood for your outdoor space

It is remarkable the extent to which the colour and texture in your garden furniture creates an ambience, so make sure to choose wisely to ensure your garden reflects your vision and lifestyle preferences.

Bold, bright colours work really well to create a warm, welcoming environment, transforming a cold or dull garden into a vibrant and joyful space. Bright colours such as yellows and reds can attract attention to focal points such as patios and pergolas, so they are the ideal colour choice for furniture that needs to stand out against a backdrop of strong neutrals or extensive greenery.

In contrast, calm neutral colours such as beige, taupe and cream aim to blend with the natural greenery of your outdoor space, delivering a serene atmosphere and a strong focus on relaxation.

There is, of course, no reason why you can't blend both bold colours and neutrals, adapting the mood of your garden as yours changes, by investing in neutral coloured furniture but keeping a stock of bright cushions and throws that can be brought out whenever the whim takes you.

5. Choose stylish and practical garden pieces and look after them

The best way to make sure that your garden furniture will actually be used is to invest wisely in hard-wearing and high-quality furniture that delivers aesthetic appeal but is built to last. Look for weather-resistant materials such as acacia wood, rattan and aluminium to ensure that your new garden furniture will finish the season looking as fresh as it did at the start.

Furniture covers are a great way of protecting your garden furniture when it is not in use, preventing it from becoming stained or discoloured by UV rays and bird droppings and making sure it is clean and dry whenever you want to use it.

Always remember to store your garden furniture away safely indoors at the end of the season to prevent it from embrittling or cracking in cold winter weather. A dry, temperate shed or garage is the ideal place to store your garden furniture when it will not be used for a prolonged period.