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Texas Wind Survival Kit

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If you live somewhere windy, you know outdoor decor doesn’t always stay where you put it. These are the exact products I used to keep my outdoor planters and rugs from blowing around on my porch in Texas winds.
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Modern outdoor planters that look great on a front porch. Adding weight in the bottom helps keep them stable in windy areas.
Kante 3pc Rectangular Concrete Planters Set
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Invisible weights that help keep outdoor pillows in place during windy days.
Outdoor Pillow Weights - Invisible Weighted Inserts (2-Pack)
 
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Keeps outdoor rugs from sliding or flipping in strong winds. Easy to apply and holds really well.
3M Scotch Double-Sided Carpet Tape 1.3in x 40ft
 
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These tall modern planters look great on a porch. I add weight to the bottom so they stay stable even in strong winds.
Kante 27.6" Tall Rectangular Concrete Planter
 
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Outdoor faux flowers that look great in planters and hold up well outside. I secure them with foam so they stay in place in windy weather.
Artificial White Petunias for Outdoors, UV Resistant Silk Flowers (6)
 
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My favorite trick for windy areas. I place concrete blocks in the bottom of tall planters to add weight so they don’t tip over in strong wind.
Unbranded 8 in. x 8 in. x 16 in. Concrete Block 30161345
 
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Add these half blocks to your smaller planters
Angelus Block 8 in. x 8 in. x 8 in. Gray Concrete Block 088B0050100100
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Perfect planter filler—adds weight to help keep outdoor planters from tipping in wind.
Vigoro 0.8 cu. ft. Black Bagged Recycled Rubber Mulch VGNG08BK96
 
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I use spray foam inside large planters to secure foam inserts and filler so everything stays in place during strong winds.
GREAT STUFF 12 oz. Gaps and Cracks Insulating Spray Foam Sealant 227112
 
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I use foam blocks inside my planters to anchor faux plants and filler. They’re easy to cut to size and help keep everything secure in windy weather.
Rectangular Foam Blocks - Easy-Carve, 3 Pack
 
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These faux cedar trees look great in tall porch planters. I anchor them with foam inserts and filler so they stay secure even in windy weather.
Outdoor Artificial Cedar Topiary Tree 4ft (2)
 
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Washable black boho rug perfect for kitchens, entryways, and high-traffic areas. Neutral design, easy to clean, and a great affordable decor find.
LIVEBOX Boho Black 3x5 Washable Rug
 
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love using jute rugs to warm up a space without adding too much color. The natural texture works with almost any decor style and looks great layered or on its own.
Easy Jute Rug 5x7 Indoor Outdoor Natural
 
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Perfect for adding weight to planters so they don’t tip in strong wind 💨 I use this as a top layer over foam to keep everything secure AND make it look polished. Also great for weighing down lanterns
MSI Polished Black 0.5 cu. ft. Bagged Landscape Rock (0.25 in. to 0.75 in., Shiny Decorative Stones, 1 Bag/0.5 cu. ft. QBLK1.2POL40
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