With warmer weather on the way, many of us are ready to spend more time outdoors. Luckily, it’s easy to transform your backyard (or front yard) into a beautiful oasis without spending a ton of money! Here are some ideas for backyard additions that can turn your outdoor space into a relaxing sanctuary.
These easy and affordable backyard additions—including DIY landscaping ideas and budget-friendly decorations—can help make your outdoor space more enjoyable for the whole family.
1. Get An Outdoor Rug
The fastest and easiest way to transform your backyard is to add a durable, weather-proof outdoor rug to your patio! This is also a great way to cover up a deck that’s starting to show signs of wear without having to stain or paint the whole space.
Reversible, easy-to-clean outdoor rugs from Fab Habitat are a popular option, and they are available in multiple sizes and colours and are made from 100% recycled plastic, making them both stylish and environmentally friendly
2. Comfort is Key
The key to spending more time enjoying your outdoor space is to make it as comfortable and welcoming as possible. You can achieve this with cozy patio furniture.
An outdoor dining table set is also essential for enjoying relaxing summer dinners outside. Add an umbrella for optional shade, and your backyard set is complete! For inspiration, see this curated list of the Top Places to Buy Outdoor Furniture Online.
3. Build Your Own Patio
If you don’t have a designated patio but have space for one, you can build one yourself for a fraction of the cost of hiring a construction crew. Learn how to Build Your Own Patio in a weekend using materials such as sand, wood, and tiles available at most home improvement stores.
4. Plant a Container Garden
The most affordable way to add beauty to your backyard is to plant flowers. Create your garden by planting perennials in large containers throughout your outdoor space.
Perennials are long-lasting plants that live longer than two years, meaning you’ll be able to enjoy the beautiful flowers for a long time to come. Check out this list of 12 of the Best Container Plants for ideas on what to plant, or visit your local nursery to find numerous plants that will thrive in your area.
Fill your backyard garden containers with colourful perennials and watch them bloom every spring. Be sure to water them regularly according to the plants’ individual needs, and be sure to use containers with proper drainage holes.
5. Add Decorative Lighting
Extend your time outdoors after sunset by adding thoughtful and affordable lighting options. Enjoy the long warm summer nights with some string lights (which are perfect around a dining table), pathway lights on the ground, or spotlights along your fences. We recommend this list of Backyard Lighting Ideas for different ideas on how to light up your space beautifully. Try adding coloured lights for even more decorative flair.
6. Invest in an Above-Ground Pool
Above-ground outdoor pools are far more affordable than renovating your entire backyard to install a below-ground pool, and they provide the same amount of fun. Above-ground pools come in a wide variety of sizes, shapes, depths, and materials.
If you have space, this highly-rated Round Prism Frame Pool from Intex is a fantastic and roomy pool that can fit the entire family. It’s 15ft in diameter and 4ft deep, for plenty of fun swimming action (other sizes are also available). It also comes with a water filter pump, pool ladder, ground cloth, and pool cover to ensure long durability.
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If you prefer an inflatable pool that you can easily pack away for colder months, explore this list of 10 Best Inflatable Pools, which also has more shallow options for younger children, including an inflatable pool - with a slide!
No matter how you choose to enjoy the warm weather, these simple upgrades can help you make the most of your outdoor space.
