15 Ways to Make Your Backyard the Best on the Block This Summer
Update your outdoor space on a budget.
Paint your old outdoor furniture
Update your outdoor patio furniture with classy paint colors to fit your unique style preference. Get tutorial here
Make a gorgeous mosquito repellent patio planter
Prevent itchy mosquito bites by strategically placing lavender and mint around your patio. Get tutorial here
Build a super sturdy swing set
Assemble a swing set that fits your needs and that your kids will have a blast using. Get tutorial here
Add a pergola and lattice to your space
Block the sun and add some character to your patio with a stunning wooden lattice pergola. Get tutorial here
Use leftover bricks to make a fire pit
Create a mini backyard retreat for yourself with a brick fireplace as the final touch. Get tutorial here
Put up colorful string lights
Give your outdoor space a cozier vibe by hanging LED string lights around your patio. Get tutorial here
Host a lovely picnic on pallet boards
Invite family and friends over for a picnic using pallets as low tables. Get tutorial here
Refinish your faded outdoor furniture
Apply stain to your faded outdoor furniture for beautiful results that’ll make it look brand new. Get tutorial here
Dress up your space with billowy curtains
Transform your patio with curtains and lights to make your space feel cozy and inviting. Get tutorial here
Add a gravel patio with solar string lights
Grab a cold drink and some friends, and relax on your new lighted gravel patio. Get tutorial here
Create a wildlife pond in your yard
Attract frogs and dragonflies to your yard with a lovely wildlife pond. Get tutorial here
Assemble a beautiful backyard swing
Sit back and relax in your yard on your brand new wooden swing. Get tutorial here
Put down adorable stepping stones
Mold colorful stepping stones in the shape of buttons to add a fun path to your yard. Get tutorial here
Build a reclaimed wood tree bench
Encircle a large tree in your yard with a bench for a convenient, shaded place to sit. Get tutorial here
Plant a beautiful garden
Make over your yard with lots of new plants for a beautiful garden space. Get tutorial here
