can you tell me how wide this porch is? and how tall the ceiling is? - what was the tile used on the wall that the fire place is on? size, color, and patter - thank you »
Distance between the columns - we are building a similar home with the front porch and i wanted to add the arched columns, but we are unable to get a good arch without adding the column in between. We have a 11 foot patio and was not sure if we would have enough space to add the center column. Any suggestions pls... »
Symmetry Architects good point, from mint design. the column height is 7'-0", and the top of the arch is at 10'-0". It's difficult to tell from this angle, but the arch is actually an elliptical arch and not a full radius.
Mint Design With your 11 feet you could have 2 arches that are taller and narrower however I would recommend a taller and wider arch with thicker columns. What do you have available in height? If you live where bougainvilleas grows, consider planting on each side and training them to meet in the center, if not, consider climbing roses that bloom throughout the summer or wisteria.... :)
Patio width? - Love this back patio. How wide is it from the exterior doors to outside face of columns? The patio we are designing is 12' wide, and we're afraid we need to make it wider... »
Ceiling fans do not need to hang from the middle of the ceiling. Here, lanterns occupy the center line of this outdoor room's ceiling, while Old Havana fans circulate the air from the sidelines.
On a porch with a beautiful focal point, like this mantel, the height of the fixtures is extremely important. Fixtures that hang too low can block the view of the porch's most important feature.
Get out the glass cleaner. If you have glass-top tables, give them a thorough wipe-down, on the top and bottom of the table. Tip: Do one round with a duster or rag to get up the loose grime, then finish it off with window cleaner and newspaper to reduce streaks.