Once a luxurious comfort available only at golf clubs, terrace restaurants and outdoor bars, patio misting systems are becoming very affordable options for homeowners. For those with exterior living spaces that get too much unshielded sunlight exposure or too little breeze during the height of the summer, these systems can be a welcome cooling option.
Depending on your budget and needs, including the size of the area in question, you can choose an inexpensive do-it-yourself system, or pay a plumbing professional to ensure top performance. Either way, before you decide on a system, be mindful that you will need to have access to sufficient water pressure, and may also require proper drainage or an adequate runoff slope to avoid unwanted pooling.
In addition, consider attaching your system to a supply splitter that lets you divert your water for other purposes, such as watering your lawn. For optimal performance and easy maintenance, choose a system that has nozzles that can be easily cleaned to prevent calcium build-up, and lines that can be easily drained.