Upgrading your backyard doesn’t have to be expensive or time consuming and small details can have a big impact. Try these ideas on a budget, including DIY furniture and landscaping tips, to create a perfect patio you’ll never want to leave.
How to create patio perfection – small details can have big impact
Ensure your hardscape materials – including stone, pavers, gravel, concrete, wood, paint and hardware – all work together, and complement your home’s architectural style. Although traditional timber decking never goes out of style, a more budget-friendly option is to use patio stones or gravel. Other money-saving tips include buying smaller plants and using mix-and-match furniture and décor.
How to create patio perfection – DIY rolling stump side table
Add a rustic chic feel to your deck or patio by making your own rolling side table using a tree stump. Look on Gumtree or Facebook Marketplace and there’s a good chance you’ll pick up a stump for a great price – maybe even free. Using a sander and elbow grease, work until you achieve your desired finish. Next, use a stain to get the colour you’re after. For a lighter look, consider natural oak. For rich, dark tones, try mahogany. If you’re feeling daring, you could paint the stump red or dramatic black, but remember, once you start applying colour, it will be difficult to go back. For a versatile piece, add inexpensive casters to the bottom of the stump and there you have it – a handy little rolling table.
How to create patio perfection – DIY timber privacy screen
A privacy screen costs little in terms of material when compared with the overall effect it can give to an outdoor space. You will need several metres of timber slats – cut into your desired lengths. To make your job easier, Garlick’s H Hardware can cut your order to size. If you have posts on either side of your patio, all you need to do is screw timber lengths directly into the posts. If you have messy edges, you can cover them up with finishing boards. You can enhance your screen by adding climber plants or fairy lights.
How to create patio perfection – add a firepit
Backyard fire pits are a great way to increase your home’s value and add a cosy feel. Family and friends can bond over nostalgic memories while sitting around the fire toasting marshmallows. You can save money by building your own.
Here at Garlick’s H Hardware in Muswellbrook, we regularly assist customers with DIY projects. As part of the massive 700-store H Hardware network, our independence ensures you get a great deal, every time.
Are you working on a DIY project? Stop by our Sydney Street shop today or browse our product range online. Do you have any questions? Our friendly team are here to help. Phone our store on 02 6543 2139.