What is a Patio Bar?
A patio bar is a beverage or dessert center set up on the patio of a home. The bar may be equipped with wine and spirits, fruit juices, or ice cream and sodas, depending on the preferences of the homeowner and the nature of any social event set to take place in the back or side yard. A patio bar may be a relatively simple device or be a permanent structure complete with appliances. Bars for patios are often portable devices that can be set up whenever needed and then stored away when not in use. There are bars constructed with a metal frame that collapses for storage, but can be unfolded and set up in no more than five minutes. A bar of this type usually includes a countertop that swings into place and rests on the frame. Another patio bar option is a wicker model. The lightweight construction makes it easy to move the position of the bar whenever necessary. While the wicker designs do not fold for easy storage, they do provide a sturdy structure that includes storage shelves inside th