Cool backyards on a budget
37 Backyard Ideas on a Budget
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Farima Ferguson
Farima Ferguson
Farima Ferguson began her career at HGTV where she worked with designers to write about home design. Her work has appeared in HGTV, Insider Reviews, Travel Channel, and more.
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Updated on 08/23/21
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If you want to spend more time in your backyard, you'll want to upgrade your outdoor space into a place your whole family will love. But, you don't need to spend a lot of money sprucing up your backyard. From garden ideas to outdoor entertaining, we share 37 budget-friendly ways to update your backyard.
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A Garden Mural
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If you have a natural talent for drawing, a mural on a plain outdoor wall can really bring your outdoor space together.
This cactus painting brightens up this outdoor dining space while adding Southwestern-style flair. Plus, it's an Instagram-worthy spot to post pictures of yourself enjoying your backyard.
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Stock Tank Pool
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Not only is a traditional pool pricey, but it requires a lot of maintenance. A great alternative is a stock tank pool. Here, the_little_homesteader painted an eight-foot round galvanized stock tank with exterior white paint to match her home's aesthetic, and added a filter, pump and chlorine.
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Outdoor Bar Cart
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For your next outdoor party, put your favorite concoctions on a wire shelf with wheels. It's compact, budget-friendly and you can stock and dress it up to fit your personal aesthetic.
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Hanging Flower Pots
Finding Lovely
If you love a backyard with plenty of color and lush plants, look to every corner you can to grow flowers including your porch ceiling or your fence.
If you don't want to install any hardware or make any holes in the wall or ceiling, you can easily hang pots of colorful flowers to a fence using S hooks to add that extra pop of color. -
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Bird Bath Fairy Garden
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Both kids and adults will enjoy this summer activity. If you have an old bird bath or large planter, create a fairy garden with your kids filled with soil, moss, yard clippings, and trinkets from around the house. Your kids will love using their creative skills to make a place for all the little fairies.
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Cinder Block Firepit
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A firepit is a backyard must (especially if you live in an area with a cooler climate), but they can be pricey. You can still gather around a nice firepit by making your own at a much lower cost. To do this, surround a metal firepit bowl with cinder blocks or pavers in a staggered pattern to mimic the look of a nice stone firepit.
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Colorful Seasonal Pillows
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You'd be surprised at how much pops of color can change the entire look of your backyard. Brighten up your outdoor furniture seasonally with bright pillows for spring and summer and more earth-toned pillows for fall and winter.
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Garden Potting Station
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If one of your favorite pastimes is gardening, designating a potting station will help you garden more efficiently and can even save you from back pains. Use an old table or scraps of plywood to create a space to hold pots, planters, soil and gardening tools and make sure the surface is about waist high to make it easier on your body when you're gardening. Or take a page out of Allie Wilson's book and upcycle a pallet into a slim vertical garden center. No storage is no problem—hang your supplies on the wall.
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A Relaxing Hammock Nook
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You don't have to go far to enjoy a quiet sanctuary; you can create your own little getaway right in your backyard.
Set up a hammock, and add pillows, string lighting in trees, blankets and even a plate (or basket) of food for when you get hungry to create a place you can quickly sneak away to enjoy some quiet time. -
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Hanging Mason Jar Illuminaries
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To create ambience in our backyard for quiet summer nights, completely fill Mason jars or other glass jars with LED battery-operated string lighting and hang from trees using rope and hooks. They're reminiscent of fireflies, and you can even keep them up year-round as winter decor against a snowy backdrop.
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Upcycled Strawberry Planter
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Strawberries are a favorite crop to grow during summer months. If you have a large barrel or container, it's the perfect place for your strawberries to thrive. We love this bright blue one that instantly brightens up the yard. To make the pockets for the strawberries to grow, follow this video tutorial from Tim Burrows.
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Backyard Movie Night
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Bring movie night home by hanging a large white sheet using rope or zip ties in your backyard. Lay down some blankets and pillows and use a projector (you can get a budget-friendly one that connects to your phone) to watch your favorite movie with friends or family. Take inspiration from Kel Harmer of OhSoKel and take your movie night up a notch with twinkle lights, snacks, candles, and a few glasses of vino—beautiful living at its best.
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Painted Ceiling and Flooring
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Paint can go a long way in a backyard, and it's one of the most budget-friendly and easiest ways to update a backyard. Paint your patio flooring and ceiling in bold colors to add some visual appeal. We love this outdoor room by Dwell Aware where the ceiling and flooring are painted in contrasting colors.
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Upcycled Bottle Planters
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Next time you're enjoying a cold beverage, don't toss the bottle in the recycling bin.
Instead, you can fill them with blooms from your yard and hang them using rope or twine all the way across your fence or even hanging from a pergola. -
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Symmetrical Mirrors
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Bring the outdoors in by creating a living space in your backyard. Add a coffee table, comfortable furniture and even hang furnishings like mirrors to bring a welcoming feel. Simple furnishings like mirrors and candles will make your outdoor space feel like an extension of your home like Allie Wilson Home did here.
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Budget-Friendly Al Fresco Dining
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Buying an entire patio set can be really expensive. Instead, you can dress up a budget-friendly picnic table for your next gathering outdoors. Here, southernsudsandsimpleliving dressed up a picnic table with patterned outdoor seat cushions, outdoor-friendly dinnerware and bistro lights hanging from DIY posts set in cement.
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Vertical Lattice Garden
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No backyard, no problem. You can still grow and display plants even if you have a small yard or patio. This lattice wall by My Bohemian Nest is the perfect place to hang potted plants and other decor.
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Wheelbarrow Planter
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For a lush garden, you'll want to add as many flowers and plants as possible to your backyard. Look to your garden for items where you can add more plants to your space. For example, you can fill up an old, unused wheelbarrow with your favorite blooms or succulents. Bonus: you can move it around the yard to the corner you feel needs dressing up the most.
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Cozy Curtains
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It's always nice to have some privacy when you're enjoying the outdoors with a book and a cocktail, but depending on where you live, it might be difficult to get that privacy.
If you have a pergola or gazebo, hang curtains (you can even use drop cloths for a more budget-friendly option) so you can enjoy some peace and quiet like Kirsten Diane did here. -
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A Lush Vertical Garden
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An old screen or wired fence section also works perfectly for a vertical garden if your yard is too small for a traditional one. Use hooks to hang a variety of potted plants. This is a great idea for herbs and other edible plants, so you don't have to constantly bend down to clip what you need for dinner.
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A Napping Nook
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If you spend almost all your time in your backyard, it's time to elevate your relaxation experience by creating a napping nook. Use a pallet of wood and add an old futon cushion and bedding for the ultimate place to take a snooze like s.u.s.a.p. did here.
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A Charming Garden Shed
Ursula Carmona of Home Made by Carmona
Your garden shed doesn't have to be an eyesore.
It could even be a feature! All you need to spruce it up is some shutters if it has windows, a fresh coat of paint on the door, and window boxes filled with colorful flowers or some twinkle lights. -
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Backyard Sleepover
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Enjoy your backyard overnight even if you don't own a tent. Use sturdy branches or even a tripod and tie a large sheet to the top and supports to create a teepee. Then, add some pillows, blankets, and candles to enjoy a solo or romantic night in your very own backyard.
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Giant Chalkboard Wall
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Not only is a paint a way to add color to your outdoor space, but it can also bring some fun. If you have an outdoor wall or shed wall, paint it with chalkboard paint to create a giant outdoor chalkboard. You and the kids can spend some time outdoors together drawing and creating on this giant canvas.
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Ambient Lighting
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Lighting can really set the mood, and it's a budget-friendly way to change the look and feel of a room.
Instead of hanging bistro lights across a pergola, hang them down like teardrops for a more whimsical feel. If you don't have anything to hang them from, go for candles and short strands of twinkle lights draped around your seating area. -
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Contrasting Rock Garden
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You don't necessarily need a green thumb or live in a good climate to have a garden in your backyard. You can create a beautiful, lush look with a rock garden. Use rocks in contrasting colors to create a visually-appealing design, and add a variety of succulents and planters.
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A S'mores Station
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If you're throwing a summer night party, a s'mores station around the fire pit is a great way for everyone to have a good time. Fix a plate for every guest filled with everything you need for a s'more: Graham crackers, chocolate candy and of course, marshmallows.
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Upcycled Tea Cup Bird Feeder
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If bird watching is one of your favorite activities, you can put out an inexpensive bird feeder by making one out of an old tea cup and saucer, like the one Kastles Vintage made here.
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Outdoor Rug
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If your patio is just a concrete slab, you can easily dress it up with the right furnishings like a colorful or patterned outdoor rug. You can find many outdoor rugs for a great deal on online stores, or you can thrift one from a secondhand store. We love the way this outdoor rug on this patio by Kirsten Diane pulls the entire space together.
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Easy Wood Walkway
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Every garden needs a pathway, but pavers can get expensive. Make a budget-friendly one instead using a combination of pavers, wood slabs and gravel. You can create a pattern with it or add an interesting design to make it more visually appealing.
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Outdoor Kitchen Island
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Your outdoor kitchen prep area could always use more storage. Add a pallet of wood, paint it and add magnetic strips to hold knives and towel rods to hold other essential items like Home on the Bluff did here.
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Teapot Planters
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If you've run out of planters to fill with flowers and herbs, use different items around the house as plant containers. A teapot works great as an herb container. You can keep it outside on a shelf or place it on your windowsill.
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Dark Privacy Walls
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When you think of a backyard design, you may initially think of bright, summery colors, but if you're more into neutrals, try darker, moodier colors for your outdoor space. If you have a privacy wall or fence, paint it in black and decorate with neutral furnishings for a polished more refined look like Ann Living's outdoor space here.
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Wood Pallet Furniture
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Outdoor furniture is expensive, but with a little DIY work, you can have a place to sit and relax in your backyard. You can attach pallets of wood together and paint it in your favorite color and add some cushions to create a sectional, chairs or even a coffee table.
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Towel Rod Utensil Organizer
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Keeping your outdoor kitchen organized can be a challenge, but you can use your walls to store the essentials. Simply install towel racks and add S hooks. This wall feature works great for decor—hang small potted plants and lights from it—but also storage, for grilling utensils, outdoor kitchen gear, or even pool supplies.
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Outdoor Rug by the Pool
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Normally you'd find an outdoor rug on a patio or outdoor room, but we love this look of the rug right next to the pool by jcdesign1.1. It adds a boho vibe and creates a relaxing space right by your favorite backyard feature. Plus, then you don't have to burn your feet on the hot pavement.
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Repurposed Backyard Oasis
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Whether you want to create a backyard oasis for a special occasion or for everyday enjoyment, you can look around the house for items to make the perfect, relaxing nook.
Here, denadanielle_designs used items from her house to create a backyard oasis. She used safety pins to attach sheets to a hula hoop, and used twine to hang it from a tree. She then added added a faux flower garland to the hula hoop and an old chandelier for a whimsical look.
11 Beautiful Backyard Ideas On a Budget
Looking to upgrade your backyard without breaking the bank? We have you covered. From hardscaping to softscaping, use our 11 DIY landscaping ideas on a budget to complete this project without taking out a second mortgage.
11 Cheap Backyard Landscaping Ideas
1. Use Mulch Alternatives
While mulch reduces the amount of water and weeding your garden needs, it’s expensive and takes time to install. Try these mulch alternatives for landscaping to spruce up your backyard for a fraction of the cost.
Low-Cost Mulch Alternatives:
- Grass Clippings: Next time you mow, rake up the clippings and spread them onto your flower beds.
- Leaves: Shredded leaves make a great, cheap mulch alternative that give your plants nutrients.
- Pine Needles: Pine needles are a relatively low-maintenance mulch alternative that is lightweight and easy to spread.
- Compost: If you’ve already made your own compost bin, put it to good use in your landscaping. Just be careful not to layer it too thick, as too much can heat up your plants and damage them.
- Newspaper: Once you’ve read the Sunday paper, let your plants take a peek. Layer about five pages on the ground, water lightly and then cover with topsoil before planting.
- Stone: Stone mulch isn’t right for all plants, but if used properly, it will cut down weeding and maintenance costs in the long run. According to Steve Boehme of GoodSeed Farm Landscapes, it’s important to choose the right spot for your stone mulch.
“Stone mulch works especially well in clean environments like around in-ground pool decks, traffic islands and narrow beds between buildings and pavement.
This is because grass clippings and other organic matter won’t be as likely to soil the stone mulch in such places. Also, stone mulch is less likely than wood mulch to wash onto pavements or blow into swimming pools.”
Steve Boehme | GoodSeed Farm Landscapes
If your heart is set on traditional mulch, it’s best to go with pine mulch, says Gene Caballero of GreenPal. “It’s way cheaper than hardwood mulch and is easier to transport and spread.”
2. Repurpose Old Tires
Tires are bulky and difficult to get rid of, as many waste haulers won’t accept them. Why not put them to good use in your backyard?
According to Michelle Bull of Lakin Tire, recycled tires are inexpensive and easy to find. “They can be picked up at a local recycling plant for a few dollars, but most people are willing to give away any old tires that they have on hand,” she says. Here are a few budget landscaping ideas using tires:
How to Landscape With Recycled Tires
- Cover with outdoor pillow casings or rope for durable, rustic patio ottomans.
- Stack and stagger tires to create decorative planters.
- Create a hanging planter by filling one half with soil and attaching to a wall or fence.
- Make a man-made garden pond using a tire as the base.
- Give your kids a fun place to play with a recycled tire climber.
3. Go Vertical With Your Gardening
If you’re looking for simple backyard ideas to spruce up a small outdoor space, vertical gardens are a good place to start.”
Vertical gardening, simply put, is using vertical space to grow plants. If you’re looking for small backyard landscaping ideas on a budget, vertical gardens are a good place to start. Not only do they make the most of limited space, but they can be inexpensive too, especially if you’re using recycled materials like old plastic bottles to make it.
DIY Vertical Garden Ideas
- Use a wooden ladder, terracotta pots and some wire for a rustic front porch vertical garden.
- Wash out old paint cans, fill with soil and hang them up to create a vertical herb garden.
- Repurpose a picture frame to create a vertical succulent garden.
- Waterproof an unused shoe organizer for a vertical garden that’s easy to move.
4. Add a Splash of Color
Sometimes all it takes is a splash of color to make your backyard pop.
This can be as simple as painting planters to give your garden a contemporary look, or giving wood and metal chairs a fresh coat of paint. To save even more on this budget backyard landscaping project, reuse leftover paint instead of buying new ones.
You can also add a quick splash of color in the form of flowers or foliage, positioning them on a deck, patio, at an entryway or tucked into a planting bed.
5. Plant a Functional Garden
Cut grocery costs in the summer time by growing your own vegetables and herbs right in your own backyard. From DIY herb gardens to plants that repel bugs, you can easily turn your backyard into a space that’s beautiful and functional with a few terracotta planters and the right placement.
6. Opt for Natural Perennial Ground Covers
Tired of weeding the lawn? Skip the weed killers and opt for dense spreading perennial ground covers instead.
According to Jonas Sickler of ConsumerSafety.org, weed killers can be both costly and hazardous to your health. “Harsh chemicals in Roundup can sicken pets and has been linked to cancer,” Sickler says. “Weed killers aren’t just bad for your health – they also pack a punch to your bank account at over $20 [per container].”
Check out these cheap ground covers that are beautiful and low-maintenance:
Cheap Natural Perennial Ground Cover Options
- Creeping Periwinkle – $1.07 per plant
- Walk-on-Me Thyme – $3.99 per plant
- Moss Phlox – $4.59 per plant
- Violets and Pansies – Seeds range from $0.95 to $2.95
- Early Snow Glories – $2.40 per plant
Pro Tip: If your backyard is full of big, beautiful trees, you may want to choose shade plants that can handle living in their shadow, as not all plants can tolerate full or partial shade.
7. Build an Outdoor Fire Pit
There’s no better way to bring the family together than with s’mores over a fire pit. But you don’t need to spring for a contractor to put one in – with one trip to the home improvement store, you can have your own backyard campfire station in just a few minutes. If you need to get rid of rocks from another project, building a fire pit with them is a great way to do it.
Here are a few ways to make your own fire pit without overspending:
Fire Pit Ideas on a Budget
- Concrete retaining wall blocks – about $1.25 per block, total cost of $50
- Cinder block caps – about $1.50 per block, total cost of $40
- Concrete fire bowl – about $3 for one bag of concrete, $56 total
- Dirt floor fire ring – free, if using natural stones from your own woods
Planting trees is one of the easiest, least expensive backyard landscaping ideas of all.
All you need are a few digging tools, some mulch and the tree. Plus, you’ll end up saving even more if you plant trees in the right places.
“Planting shade trees is a common-sense solution that will save you money and make you more comfortable. Trees are simply a wise investment in future comfort and energy savings. Just take a minute and sit under one on a ninety-degree day and you’ll understand this perfectly.”
Steve Boehme | GoodSeed Farm Landscapes
9. Use Affordable Lighting
Outdoor string lights are a staple budget backyard idea. Their soft, ambient glow can turn any patio into a chill summer hangout. White twinkle lights cost about $6 per strand, or for a more modern look, you can pick up a strand of clear globe lights for around $9. Though slightly more expensive, globe light strands are usually more durable than twinkle lights, and the bulbs are easily replaceable. Once you’ve picked the kind of lights you want to install, get creative with your backyard lighting using these tips.
Cheap Backyard Lighting Ideas
- Wrap strands around outdoor pillars to create columns of light.
- Run lights from house to tree using an eye bolt and an insulated cable to tie on a branch.
- Create Texas lamp posts using wood posts, whiskey barrel planters and a little concrete.
- Edge your flowerbeds with rope lights so you can see your hard-earned blooms even at night.
- Drape your trees in lights for a charming, glowing backyard grove.
10. Spruce Up Your Frence
Not crazy about how your fence looks? Whether you have a wooden or chain link fence, there are several ways to make it visually appealing. Use these budget landscaping ideas to beautify your fence, especially if it encompasses your entire backyard.
Ways to Upgrade Your Chain Link Fence
- Paint it. A fresh coat of paint is more effective than you might think. We suggest choosing a color that matches the rest of your house.
- Cover it with an awning. Find a fun fabric at your local craft store, measure it and drape it over your chain link fence. Make sure the material can withstand the elements!
- Cover it with vines. While it may take a while for vines to cover your entire fence, the finished product is well worth the wait.
Ways to Upgrade Your Wooden Fence
- Install hanging baskets. You can never have enough flowers. All it takes is an “S” hook and your hanging basket of choice to add a pop of color (and beauty) to your fence.
- Install decorative fence caps. Upgrade the top of your fence posts with cast iron balls or a pointy cap. If you’re going for a whimsical look, plant a fake bird or solar light at the top of a post or two.
- Change the color. Try staining the wood a different color with an airless sprayer or roll-on stain. It won’t change anything too drastically, but a little goes a long way!
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Buy (or Build) Low-Cost SeatingAfter you’ve beautified your backyard, you’ll want to sit back and enjoy the fruits of your labor. But there’s no need to run to the furniture store – you can easily search for used pieces online or make outdoor seating in the comfort of your own home.
Cheap Outdoor Seating Ideas
- Search Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist or Letgo for used patio seating. Check the “Free Stuff” sections often and be prepared to move quickly – good items will go fast.
- Don’t limit your search to outdoor furniture. With a little waterproof sealant, you can turn regular indoor chairs or barstools into patio-worthy seating.
- Not finding anything you like? Make your own cinder block and lumber bench.
- Turn a tree stump into the perfect reading spot by attaching a waterproof cushion on top.
- Use a leftover tire to create a durable seat with storage for kids.
- Fix weatherproof cushions to milk crates for portable seating that can be easily stored.
- When all else fails, drag a few old logs around your new fire pit for easy campfire seating.
Additional Budget Backyard Ideas to Consider
When it comes down to it, the most effective backyard ideas are the simple ones. Once you’ve made these small but impressionable changes to your outdoor space, you can move onto bigger projects. Whether you’re looking to install a new patio or plant a new flower bed, we have you covered.
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The house for a family of four plays on the idea of contrast between the monumental “shell” and the transparent “inside out” filled with light and air.
Squat volumes made of reinforced concrete are lined with brick and stone, and panoramic windows reveal the interior, which becomes a full-fledged element of architecture. The symmetry of the building is dynamically emphasized by the chimney of a double-sided fireplace, which runs right through the center of the façade.
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This freestanding covered patio with an outdoor kitchen and fireplace is the perfect retreat! Just a few steps away from the home, this covered patio is about 500 square feet. The homeowner had an existing structure they wanted replaced. This new one has a custom built wood burning fireplace with an outdoor kitchen and is a great area for entertaining.
The flooring is a travertine tile in a Versailles pattern over a concrete patio. The outdoor kitchen has an L-shaped counter with plenty of space for prepping and serving meals as well as space for dining. The fascia is stone and the countertops are granite. The wood-burning fireplace is constructed of the same stone and has a ledgestone hearth and cedar mantle. What a perfect place to cozy up and enjoy a cool evening outside. The structure has cedar columns and beams. The vaulted ceiling is stained tongue and groove and really gives the space a very open feel. Special details include the cedar braces under the bar top counter, carriage lights on the columns and directional lights along the sides of the ceiling. Click Photography
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Architectural studio Chado
The house for a family of four plays on the idea of contrast between the monumental “shell” and the transparent, light-filled and airy “underside”.
Squat volumes made of reinforced concrete are lined with brick and stone, and panoramic windows reveal the interior, which becomes a full-fledged element of architecture. The symmetry of the building is dynamically emphasized by the chimney of a double-sided fireplace, which runs right through the center of the façade.
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TCP Custom Outdoor Living
This freestanding covered patio with an outdoor kitchen and fireplace is the perfect retreat! Just a few steps away from the home, this covered patio is about 500 square feet. The homeowner had an existing structure they wanted replaced. This new one has a custom built wood burning fireplace with an outdoor kitchen and is a great area for entertaining. The flooring is a travertine tile in a Versailles pattern over a concrete patio. The outdoor kitchen has an L-shaped counter with plenty of space for prepping and serving meals as well as space for dining.
The fascia is stone and the countertops are granite. The wood-burning fireplace is constructed of the same stone and has a ledgestone hearth and cedar mantle. What a perfect place to cozy up and enjoy a cool evening outside. The structure has cedar columns and beams. The vaulted ceiling is stained tongue and groove and really gives the space a very open feel. Special details include the cedar braces under the bar top counter, carriage lights on the columns and directional lights along the sides of the ceiling. Click Photography
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The classic style covered cabana sits poolside and houses an impression, outdoor, stacked stone, wood burning fireplace with wood storage, mounted tv, a vaulted tongue and groove ceiling and an outdoor living room perfect for hosting family and friends.
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This spacious, multi-level backyard in San Luis Obispo, CA, once completely underutilized and overtaken by weeds, was converted into the ultimate outdoor entertainment space with a custom pool and spa as the centerpiece. A cabana with a built-in storage bench, outdoor TV and wet bar provide a protected place to chill during hot pool days, and a screened outdoor shower nearby is perfect for rinsing off after a dip. A hammock attached to the master deck and the adjacent pool deck are ideal for relaxing and soaking up some rays.
The stone veneer-faced water feature wall acts as a backdrop for the pool area, and transitions into a retaining wall dividing the upper and lower levels. An outdoor sectional surrounds a gas fire bowl to create a cozy spot to entertain in the evenings, with string lights overhead for ambiance. A Belgard paver patio connects the lounge area to the outdoor kitchen with a Bull gas grill and cabinetry, polished concrete counter tops, and a wood bar top with seating. The outdoor kitchen is tucked in next to the main deck, one of the only existing elements that remain from the previous space, which now functions as an outdoor dining area overlooking the entire yard. Finishing touches included low-voltage LED landscape lighting, pea gravel mulch, and lush planting areas and outdoor decor.
Pool Cabana
Nyhus Design Group
Designed to compliment the existing single story home in a densely wooded setting, this Pool Cabana serves as an outdoor kitchen, dining, bar, bathroom/changing room, and storage.
Photos by Ross Pushinaitus.
Chino Hills Backyard Remodel
Performance Construction & Remodeling Inc.
All stone work protected and enhanced with high quality sealer.
Stylish Design: Large Rustic Backyard Gazebo with Stone Paving and Barbecue - Latest Trend
Project of the Month: April 2016
TCP Custom Outdoor Living
This family wanted a contemporary structure that blended natural elements with with grays and blues. This is a unique structure that turned out beautifully. We went with powder coated 6x6 steel posts hiding all of the base and top plates creating a seamless transition between the structure and travertine flooring. Due to limitations on spacing we added a built-in granite table with matching powder coated steel frame. This created a unique look and practical application for dining seating. By adding a knee wall with cedar slats it created an intimate nook while keeping everything open.
The modern fireplace and split style kitchen created a great use of space without making if feel crowded. Appliances: Fire Magic Diamond Echelon series 660 Grill RCS icemaker, 2 wine fridges and RCS storage doors and drawers 42" Heat Glo Dakota fireplace insert Cedar T&G ceiling clear coated with rope lighting Powder coated posts and granite table frame: Slate Gray Tile Selections: Accent Wall: Glass tile (Carisma Oceano Stick Glass Mosaic) Dark Tile: Prisma Griss Light Tile: Tessuto Linen Beige White Flooring: Light Ivory Travertine 3cm granite: Light: Santa Cecilia Dark: Midnight Gray Kitchen Appliances: 30" Fire Magic Diamond Series Echelon 660 2-RCS wine fridges RCS storage doors and drawers fire place: 36" Dakota heat glo insert TK Images
Lake Lanier Infinity Edge
Boyce Design and Contracting
This custom pool and spa features an infinity edge with a tile spillover and beautiful cascading water feature.
