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4 outdoor design choices you won’t regret

Transform your outdoor space into a seamless extension of your home. Opt for durable, weather-resistant materials and timeless designs that blend indoor elegance with outdoor resilience, creating a harmonious and enduring retreat.
Highly resistant RIVA Tile Wood is ideal for outdoor areas.

 Outdoor areas are essential for extending the livable space of our homes, providing a haven for relaxation, socializing, and connecting with nature. Whether you have an expansive garden, a terrace or a pool area, creating and maintaining outdoor spaces that endure over time is crucial for enhancing comfort while minimizing maintenance challenges. 

Here are 4 things to consider if you want your outdoor environment to be not only durable but also easy to maintain: 

 

1. Embrace Premium Materials

The cornerstone of a resilient outdoor setting lies in the selection of top-tier materials that can brave the demands of daily use. Prioritize the utilization of weather-resistant materials such as tile wood, tile cement and tile stone. These versatile tiles exude a sleek surface texture when dry, ideal for an upscale indoor ambiance but transition to a textured surface when wet, offering slip-resistance for outdoor applications around pools and similar areas. RIVA Spain showcases the perfect option, a  wood-like tile collection with neutral hues that harmonize seamlessly with various wood flooring options. 

 

2. Connect indoor and outdoor spaces 

It is possible to create a sense of continuity between an indoor and outdoor space using materials that are similar in appearance but different in composition. The solution is to install RIVA Tile Wood outside creating an exact match in color and width to the RIVA MAX 10”engineered hardwood floor inside. Highly resistant RIVA Tile Wood is ideal for outdoor areas and creates a perfect harmony with your natural wood flooring, as both are available in the same colors at RIVA Spain.

 

3. Effortless Landscape Maintenance

Opt for landscaping features that demand minimal upkeep. Embrace indigenous flora that is acclimatized to your local weather conditions and soil makeup, needing less water, fertilizers, and pesticides. Integrate mulch and ground cover plants to combat weed growth, preserve moisture, and deter erosion. Incorporate drought-resistant plants, succulents, or ornamental grasses to introduce visual allure and diversity to your outdoor oasis. 

 

4. Elect a Timeless Design 

Opt for new furniture that exudes a timeless quality and transcends fleeting trends. Evaluate existing pieces that can be revamped, repainted, or reconfigured to potentially enjoy a second or third lease on life. Then, according to the season, supplement these foundational pieces with accessories. Making a rotation of pillows is a way to introduce seasonal transformations, revitalizing the outdoor ambiance. On cold days, knitted cushions, as well as blankets and a fireplace, can bring comfort to your outdoor area. In summer, invest in light fabrics for cushions. For an area with a swimming pool, opt for waterproof materials. Having furniture in neutral colors also allows you to play with the colors of the accessories throughout the year. Moreover, the strategic inclusion of planters or in-ground foliage can profoundly reshape the character and atmosphere of your outdoor space without necessitating new furniture acquisitions.

GRADING

Learn about our wood grading.

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FIREWOOD

The upper section of the tree is used for firewood, which may not be suitable for flooring due to higher branch density and smaller trunk size.

CHARACTER

Our character grade comes from the middle part of the tree. This part has a visual appeal and some knots but avoids the large holes of the top part. We refer to our character grade as “light character”.

SELECT

Our select grade comes from the bottom part of the tree and is the youngest wood, which results in the absence of knots and a sleek appearance.

SELECT

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Select grading offers a clean, refined appearance with minimal knots and variations, perfect for creating a modern and sleek aesthetic. Ideal for spaces where a consistent and sophisticated look is desired.

CHARACTER

Character grading showcases the natural beauty of wood with visible knots, color variations, and unique grain patterns, adding warmth and personality to any room. It’s perfect for those who appreciate the rustic charm and authenticity of natural hardwood.