Whether you enjoy spending time in your backyard year round, or you only venture out there during the summer, a patio cover is well worth the investment. From inexpensive to extravagant, here are 35 stylish ideas worth considering.
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Flagstone walkways, steps, and patios need occasional maintenance and repair to renew the cracking mortar caused by repeated freezing and thawing. Once the mortar is cracked, moisture can seep in, and if not properly maintained, continued cracking will occur. If caught in time, repairing hairline cracks is not difficult. Unfortunately ours was neglected for years… Continue reading →
Where to buy brick veneers and how to install tumbled bricks directly over a concrete porch floor. Brick floor installation tutorial.
How to paint concrete floors to look like wood planks, including the best concrete paint to use outside and a step by step guide to get the look!
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Just as the great Michelangelo saw a masterpiece within a block of marble, you can envision a stunning patio cover within your budget constraints. You might
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When you hear “lemon verbena,” are you immediately whisked away to a tranquil spa-like setting where aromatic fragrances are swirling through the air? Do you find yourself unwittingly suspended in a state of deep relaxation? If so, you have already experienced the delightful scent of lemon verbena. Its perfume alone is reason enough to add […]
Looking to upgrade your back yard? Well we've got 6 simple deck designs, but built in beautifully landscaped yards. These decks aren't just about functionality; they're about creating a vibe, a mood. Imagine stepping out to a space that blends seamlessly with the outdoors, where the boundaries between inside and outside blur. A place for morning coffees or to have dinner outdoors. These decks all use simple landscaping materials such as pavers, stone & rock to incorporate your deck into your yard by building pathways and garden beds around the deck itself. When using TuffBlock deck blocks, you can build the deck portion in a matter of hours when the deck itself is a simple rectangle. But when blended into the yard with some simple landscaping tricks, it elevates it to a whole new level. Hopefully these inspire you and get you thinking about how you could transform your own yard! This first deck shows how you can build out from your home to create a patio deck, and extend the living space in your house. This type of deck is perfect for an outdoor living area. Think about using stones around the deck to frame it. The symetrical plants at either corner of the deck along with the L shaped couch make this a perfect place to sit and enjoy the outdoors that leads perfect out to your garden. This type of deck is also perfect in winter where the stone and paved pathway allow you to stay out of the mud whilst still using the space. This deck is similar, but is floating in the yard as a stand alone platform. A floating deck platform is a great place to have dinner during warm summer nights. Adding pavers to your lawn is a great way to connect the deck to the house, and the gravel/stone around the deck is great for hiding the deck blocks under the deck. This deck is built into the garden bed at the end of the yard. The pathway connects is seamlessly to the house, and allows you to sit in your yard whilst enjoying the nature around you. A two toned deck is always a nice touch. A floating ground deck is perfect for a bbq and inviting friends over for a feast! Building on a slope yard? Well TuffBlock allows you to build using posts at various heights for a deck like this. Consider creating a bench as part of your floating deck for an extra place to sit. You can also build a firepit next to your deck to warm you up in the evenings! We hope these six stunning examples of floating decks have sparked your creativity and inspired you to embark on your own backyard transformation. Each deck, with its unique blend of simplicity and style, demonstrates how when using deck blocks, like TuffBlock, a single day's effort building a floating deck can result in a breathtaking outdoor sanctuary. Whether it's a cozy corner for your morning coffee or a spacious platform for social gatherings, the possibilities are endless. Now it's your turn to bring these ideas to life! Grab your tools, choose your design, and start building. Remember, the beauty of these decks lies not just in their construction, but in how they harmoniously integrate with the natural landscape of your yard. We can't wait to see the incredible spaces you create, transforming your outdoor areas into personal havens of relaxation and joy. Happy building!
Looking to elevate your porch’s charm and style? Here are stunning porch ceiling ideas that will transform your outdoor space into a true retreat. Front porches are a choice for homeowners who want to expand their living space and have an outdoor area for lounging. One often overlooked porch section is its ceiling. A well-chosen […]
Spring is here and you're ready to level up your patio privacy so your family can enjoy barbecue season without prying eyes from neighbors.
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Here’s a list of inexpensive cheap patio cover ideas to offer inspiration.
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Las plantas trepadoras y sobre todo aquellas que tienen flores son ideales para mejorar la estética de tu jardín. Aquí te dejamos las más lindas y de rápido crecimiento.
Everything You Need To know About Installing A Clear Vinyl Porch Enclosure...Do you have a porch or gazebo that you want to use all year? Want to save some money on your heating/cooling bills? Want to block out the weather, pollen and strong winds? This is the article you need to read before starting your project.
Mexican feather grass looks like a hazy smudge of golden color in the distance, and who wouldn't want that as a backdrop in the garden? Like other grasses
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Transforming the walled garden courtyard area of my home into a Mediterranean inspired, romantic space to eat al fresco.. See all the images and my design ideas that turned my tiny courtyard into an Italian-influenced, inviting space.
Learn how to create a DIY Outdoor Patio Sofa with Nailgun Nelly DIY Home Renovations. Elevate your outdoor living with our step-by-step guide.
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Make your outdoor space extra relaxing with a porch swing bed. Let me show you how to build a porch swing bed with this easy tutorial.
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I am so excited to start doing DIY projects to go in our outdoor spaces for the season! I had the idea to create a cottage garden obelisk for our garden and Jose was kind enough to build one for me! While we have many structural supports for our garden plants, an obelisk is one that I have been wanting to add, as I love their unique shape so much! A garden obelisk is a tall structure with a pyramid-like shape used as a decor and also plant support. An obelisk can vary in style but each has a common
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This is phase 1 in a two-part before + after series I’ve been working on all summer long! We have this adorable little side-yard, that sat empty all winter long, and I knew I wanted to paint the cement and make it a little oasis where we could grill, play outside, and spend time together as a family. The first phase was to paint the cement, and the second phase was to source furniture and redesign and reimagine the space, so stay tuned for phase 2 coming soon! I got the idea to paint the floors from A Beautiful Mess’ DIY tile painting tutorial. I love how Laura’s tile came out, and I also love that it wasn’t a super new project, so I was able to get an idea of how it holds up through time, and her patio still looks super fresh! I knew right off the bat that I didn’t want my tiles to be rectangular like hers, and that square was more the look I was going for, even if it meant that some tiles would be half. This is definitely the first big decision you have to make in this project! I’ll break down my process …
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I am excited to share that The National Garden Bureau has chosen the allium as the bulb of the year! They pick one annual, one perennial, one bulb crop and one…
