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!
Design Ideas for Porches
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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.
Top DIY Porch Projects
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Front Porch Faux Tile
Last summer, I decided I wanted to give my grungy garage floor a makeover. I "faux tiled" it and it...
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...
Painted Porch Rug
Have seen some inspiration online with folks painting awesome rugs on their porches, and wanted to...
Fall Porch Inspirations
Step by step ideas to get your porch ready for fall!
Porch Remodel With Curtains, Lights & Landscaping
Cement porch completely redone & what a transformation! Cement floor repainted, canvas drop cloths...
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...
Repurposed Porch Swing
This was a fun to do! All custom ordered from a great couple! They threw caution to the wind and...
Porch Transformed to a Sunroom
We have lived in our home for almost four years and have enjoyed our covered porch/deck overlooking...
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...
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.
Popular Slideshows for Outdoor Porches
Slideshows of outdoor porch projects that will take your breath away. Take notes!
Outdoor Porch Videos
DIY outdoor porch video tutorials to inspire you. Don't forget to take notes.
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...
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....
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...
Front Porch Privacy Screen
When our neighbours decided to store their garbage bins at the side of their house we had more than...
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!
A few weeks ago I posted on Hometalk how I added curb appeal to our brick on the outside of our...
My Stenciled Porch!
I saw a picture of a beautiful porch in a magazine. I knew instantly I had to have that 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...
Front Porch Privacy Screen
When our neighbours decided to store their garbage bins at the side of their house we had more than...
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....
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....
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?
I hate see this white box hanging out of our bedroom window. Anyone...
How can I modernize my round porch columns without removing them
I have 5 round columns on my wraparound porch and wondering if it's...
How do I choose plants for my front porch?
I live in the NW Florida panhandle. I’m taking on my front porch for a...
How can I update a hanging porch light?
I have a porch light that hangs from ceiling in front of my front door...
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
Do you have small children who use your porch as a play space? Or a pet that enjoys playing and...
Fall Porch and DIY Outdoor Bench
I started realizing that I totally underutilize my front porch. I care so much about what goes into...
Balcony Bar Top
While we were living in our apartment, we decided to add a bar top to our balcony railing. This way...
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...
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...
My Porch Garden
This is my much beloved porch garden I take pride in it for a very personal reason. Several years...
Browse Outdoor Porch Projects
Transforming From Summer to Fall
This year many of the plants on my front porch were still going strong and I thought their deep...
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...
Fourth of July Porch!!
I love decorating my front porch for the Fourth of July! This year, with my color scheme, it was...
Screen Porch for Fall
Rethink the screen room, and imagine looking into the outdoors without worrying about bugs and rain....
My Outdoor Room... Before I Change It Again!
We have a great front porch and it's just been these last two years that I've really utilized this...
