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Outdoor Porches

The perfect porch can become the entertaining space of your dreams, but do you know what you need to make that dream come true? The Hometalk community has all of the hacks you need to get you started and inspire you to build your own porch. Join the conversation on our dicussion boards or take a moment to watch a video. Be inspired!

20 Front Porch Ideas for Any Home or Budget

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20 Front Porch Ideas for Any Home or Budget

Design Ideas for Porches

Pick a color theme

Choose a color theme of two or three colors only. Using only these colors allows your porch to utilize color without looking tacky.

Go vintage and antique

Decorate your porch using antique items and anything vintage. Create a feeling of nostalgia as guests enter your home.

Create a hangout spot

Turn your porch into a cozy place to meet and greet by adding chairs, potted plants, and lights for evening meetups.

Choose bright colors

Make a confident and lasting impression by using bright colors to decorate and paint your porch.

Build a modern porch

Design a modern porch by using materials such as brick or stone. Keep your colors neutral and your design minimal and simple.

More Outdoor Ideas

Benches

Benches

Campers & RV's

Campers & RV's

Decks

Decks

Decor

Decor

Fireplace

Fireplace

Furniture

Furniture

Garage

Garage

Garden

Garden

Home Security

Home Security

Kitchen

Kitchen

Lights

Lights

Patios

Patios

Pest Repeller

Pest Repeller

Pools & Ponds

Pools & Ponds

Rugs

Rugs

Sheds

Sheds

Walkways & Paths

Walkways & Paths

Top DIY Porch Projects

Are you searching for the top DIY outdoor porch ideas? Make yourself at home.

Front Porch Faux Tile

Front Porch Faux Tile

Last summer, I decided I wanted to give my grungy garage floor a makeover. I "faux tiled" it and it...

Corey TaysCorey Tays
Updated and Transformed "deck to Oasis of Serenity"

Updated and Transformed "deck to Oasis of Serenity"

this is the deck we started with when we moved here 7 years ago..since then I have found out I have...

Diana KDiana K
Painted Porch Rug

Painted Porch Rug

Have seen some inspiration online with folks painting awesome rugs on their porches, and wanted to...

Pam EdwardsPam Edwards
Fall Porch Inspirations

Fall Porch Inspirations

Step by step ideas to get your porch ready for fall!

Alicia WAlicia W
Porch Remodel With Curtains, Lights & Landscaping

Porch Remodel With Curtains, Lights & Landscaping

Cement porch completely redone & what a transformation! Cement floor repainted, canvas drop cloths...

WenhorseWenhorse
Want to Build a Snowman?

Want to Build a Snowman?

Now that winter is upon us, you can go out into the snow and build snowman that will melt in a few...

Alicia WAlicia W
Repurposed Porch Swing

Repurposed Porch Swing

This was a fun to do! All custom ordered from a great couple! They threw caution to the wind and...

JasminJasmin
Porch Transformed to a Sunroom

Porch Transformed to a Sunroom

We have lived in our home for almost four years and have enjoyed our covered porch/deck overlooking...

Cindy HagemannCindy Hagemann
New Patio Table From Old One

New Patio Table From Old One

We needed a patio table that would wrap around the post in our pergola. We got a free old table that...

LydiaLydia
Terra Cotta Pot Lighthouse With Solar Light

Terra Cotta Pot Lighthouse With Solar Light

I had seen clay pot solar lighthouses on many DIY sites and I decided to give it a shot myself.

Diane SDiane S

Popular Slideshows for Outdoor Porches

Slideshows of outdoor porch projects that will take your breath away. Take notes!

Make Your Neighbors Smile With These 12 Inviting Porch Ideas

Make Your Neighbors Smile With These 12 Inviting Porch Ideas

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Front Porch Ideas to Help Your Home Make a Great First Impression

Front Porch Ideas to Help Your Home Make a Great First Impression

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17 Insanely Inviting Fall Porch Ideas

17 Insanely Inviting Fall Porch Ideas

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The Cutest Ways to Decorate Your Front Porch for Easter!

The Cutest Ways to Decorate Your Front Porch for Easter!

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Outdoor Porch Videos

DIY outdoor porch video tutorials to inspire you. Don't forget to take notes.

Catalog Inspired Decor for My Front Porch

Catalog Inspired Decor for My Front Porch

I love getting all of those catalogs at home, they are like free magazines to me. They are a great...

Chloe CrabtreeChloe Crabtree
DIY Small Rental Apartment Balcony Makeover

DIY Small Rental Apartment Balcony Makeover

One of the first things I did when I moved into my rental apartment is give the balcony a makeover....

Engineer Your SpaceEngineer Your Space
Small Rental Balcony Makeover: Before and After

Small Rental Balcony Makeover: Before and After

When I moved to LA from the East coast, I was determined to make the most out of my small balcony to...

Engineer Your SpaceEngineer Your Space
Front Porch Privacy Screen

Front Porch Privacy Screen

When our neighbours decided to store their garbage bins at the side of their house we had more than...

Birdz of a FeatherBirdz of a Feather

Hometalkers' Favorite DIY Outdoor Porch Projects

We've gathered the best DIY outdoor porch projects right here for you.

Update Those Boring Posts Outside Your Home!

Update Those Boring Posts Outside Your Home!

A few weeks ago I posted on Hometalk how I added curb appeal to our brick on the outside of our...

Elizabeth @ Creating Rustic CharmElizabeth @ Creating Rustic Charm
My Stenciled Porch!

My Stenciled Porch!

I saw a picture of a beautiful porch in a magazine. I knew instantly I had to have that porch...

Nancy CraigmilesNancy Craigmiles
Redoing a Front Porch

Redoing a Front Porch

After doing the back of our house the previous year, we decided to do our front porch in 2014. This...

Kendall K.Kendall K.
Front Porch Privacy Screen

Front Porch Privacy Screen

When our neighbours decided to store their garbage bins at the side of their house we had more than...

Birdz of a FeatherBirdz of a Feather
Oversized Welcome Front Door Sign|No Stencil Needed!

Oversized Welcome Front Door Sign|No Stencil Needed!

I took this plain piece of wood and created an interesting way to greet my guests!! See below....

DezinefunDezinefun
Mailbox Makeover With Contact Paper Liner

Mailbox Makeover With Contact Paper Liner

I'm a big fan of restoring perfectly good items instead of throwing them out and buying new ones....

Julien K., Hometalk TeamJulien K., Hometalk Team

Popular Outdoor Porch Discussions

Check out our outdoor porch discussion board and give us your two cents.

How can I cover a window air conditioner?

SallySally

I hate see this white box hanging out of our bedroom window. Anyone...

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How can I modernize my round porch columns without removing them

Charlotte Struik OlmstedCharlotte Struik Olmsted

I have 5 round columns on my wraparound porch and wondering if it's...

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How can I modernize my round porch columns without removing them
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How do I choose plants for my front porch?

JereJere

I live in the NW Florida panhandle. I’m taking on my front porch for a...

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How do I choose plants for my front porch?
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How can I update a hanging porch light?

Vickie GuyVickie Guy

I have a porch light that hangs from ceiling in front of my front door...

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Got an Outdoor Question?

Have a question about DIY outdoor porches? You can ask here.

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New Outdoor Porch Projects

Need some new DIY outdoor porch inspiration? Check out the new projects here.

Make a Rolling Gate for Your Porch

Make a Rolling Gate for Your Porch

Do you have small children who use your porch as a play space? Or a pet that enjoys playing and...

Front Porch IdeasFront Porch Ideas
Fall Porch and DIY Outdoor Bench

Fall Porch and DIY Outdoor Bench

I started realizing that I totally underutilize my front porch. I care so much about what goes into...

Thrifty and ChicThrifty and Chic
Balcony Bar Top

Balcony Bar Top

While we were living in our apartment, we decided to add a bar top to our balcony railing. This way...

Edzon PlascenciaEdzon Plascencia
Summertime Porch With A Vintage Flair

Summertime Porch With A Vintage Flair

I added some vintage items to my front porch last year to give it a fun vibe. I don't normally do...

House Of HawthornesHouse Of Hawthornes
Rotten Wood Repair: A Two Prong Attack With the Help of Elmer

Rotten Wood Repair: A Two Prong Attack With the Help of Elmer

Rotted wood seems to be an issue for all homeowners. Especially in the spring and summer months. We...

Home Repair TutorHome Repair Tutor
My Porch Garden

My Porch Garden

This is my much beloved porch garden I take pride in it for a very personal reason. Several years...

Tallahassee GirlTallahassee Girl

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Spruce Up The Porch for Summertime!

Spruce Up The Porch for Summertime!

There's nothing like a big dose of curb appeal for your home in the summertime - not to mention it's...

Front Porch IdeasFront Porch Ideas
How To Create All The Fall Feels On Your Porch Or Patio

How To Create All The Fall Feels On Your Porch Or Patio

Who doesn't love a beautifully decorated fall porch? It's the perfect spot for sipping hot apple...

Follow The Yellow Brick HomeFollow The Yellow Brick Home
Beach Inspired Porch

Beach Inspired Porch

We moved to the beach a couple years back and I just love to use it as inspiration for my decor -...

Cathy @Vintage, Paint and more....Cathy @Vintage, Paint and more....
DIY FRONT PORCH DECORATING

DIY FRONT PORCH DECORATING

I recently updated the look of my front porch with out spending a ton of money. I added a DIY sign...

JessicaJessica
My Southern Front Porch Dressed in its Fall Finery

My Southern Front Porch Dressed in its Fall Finery

I love my porch. Its small and intimate. Not your typical Southern porch that wraps around and never...

The Everyday Home/Barb GarrettThe Everyday Home/Barb Garrett
HOW TO CREATE AN EASY PENNANT BANNER

HOW TO CREATE AN EASY PENNANT BANNER

Pennant banners are perfect additions to your party decor or even just to your day-to-day decor....

LindaLinda
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