b'outdoor roomsResenetop tipSpanish WhiteResene Waterborne Woodsman exterior wood stain is fast drying and easily cleaned up with water. Choose the Resene CoolColour version if you are planning to use a dark colour to help reflect more heat. Reapply it about every two summers for maximum protection.As its a wet area, consider using Resene Non-SkidDeck&Path,whichhasabuilt-intextured finish to help prevent accidental slipping. It comes in a low sheen finish and can be tinted to suit your chosen colour scheme.Retreat spaceYou can easily turn a naturally sheltered corner of your deck or backyard into a relaxing retreat.Fill it with soft furnishings such as cushions, bean bags and throws to add an essential layer of comfort and, of course, warmth. Above: Leafy palms and natural fibres make this sheltered spot feel like it could be in The upholstery on your outdoor furniture mustan exotic hotel, perfect for a getaway at home. The tongue-and-groove wall is be weatherproof unless youre willing to pack itpainted in Resene Spanish White and the decking is stained in Resene Woodsman away when not in use. But you can add anotherTiri. Pots in Resene Spanish White, large palm pot in Resene FX Faux Rust Effect and top of side table in Resene Nullarbor. Chair and large palm from Danske Mbler, rust layer of comfort with softer, plush fabrics that arecushion from Baya, cream cushions from H&M Home.simpler to store. Wools, fake fur, chenille and velvet are especiallyResene Resene Resene Woodsman invitinginthechill,asaredeepjewelcoloursVista White Off The Grid Bark Resene Resene Resene Woodsman accented with pops of bright contrast. Add plenty ofTriple Concrete Shark TiriplantsinpotspaintedinyourfavouriteReseneResene Resene Resene Woodsman colours; a great way to use up spare Resene testpots. Nullarbor Carpe Noctem Charred BlackResene Resene WoodsmanResene Woodsman Fire pit Gunsmoke Uluru CrowsheadTheres nothing quite like the glow of a flickering fire to lure everyone outside on a wintery night. Just look for a spot sheltered from the wind by a wall of your home, a fence or a moveable screen.Consider painting the walls around your firepit intop tipdarker colours, such as Resene Carpe Noctem, or useGet a new look on old ReseneWoodsmanTreehousestainsothespaceconcrete with Resene feels drawn-in and cosy. ConcreteWash, If an open fire is unsuitable for your yard, look atavailable in a range otheroptions,suchasgasbraziersandthenewof subtle sheer generationofelectricinfraredheaters.Andcolours.remember to think about lighting too. If your firepit area does not have electricity, a great range of solar outdoor lights are available. words Kerri Jackson projects Melle Van Sambeek images Bryce CarletonRight: Greenery and cosy textiles add warmth to this outdoor room. Batten wall stained in Resene Waterborne Woodsman Charred Black. The floor is painted in a base of Resene Gunsmoke sponged with Resene Triple Concrete and Resene Quarter Concrete, bench seat in Resene Woodsman Bark, Cape Cod chair and large planter in Resene Shark and small planter in Resene Off The Grid. Plant from Danske Mbler, cushions from Baya.ReseneQuarter ConcreteShop online, shop.resene.com or at your local Resene ColorShop or Resene reseller. byresene.co.nz 23'