DIY Projects For Sprucing Up Your Backyard

Are You Considering Updating Your Backyard for the Holidays or Simply Adding Color? There Are Numerous DIY Projects You Should Try Now To Give Your Yard an Update or Just Give Some Spruce Up

Create your own tree bench using wood pallets for an attractive, comfortable seat in the sun.

1. Add a Fire Table

Add a fire table to your backyard for an eye-catching focal point that invites family and friends to gather around it. This DIY project is simple for homeowners with basic woodworking and masonry knowledge.

An outdoor daybed is another creative outdoor seating idea. Utilize upcycled wooden pallets to craft this one-of-a-kind patio lounge and take full advantage of any stunning scenery in your yard.

2. Create a Planter Box

Planter boxes can add color and texture to any garden or yard. DIY Network has designed this log herb planter that adds a forest aesthetic, while keeping invasive plants like mint contained.

Paint your wooden planter box for a vibrant and eye-catching statement or leave it natural to complement the architecture of your home.

3. Create a Pathway

If your backyard or patio is large and sprawling, adding a pathway could help connect various spaces easily and affordably – not to mention it will save the lawn from being trampled! DIY path building projects like this one are straightforward and inexpensive projects which could keep people out.

Create a path that perfectly complements your garden beds using mulch or reclaimed bricks, adding ground covers such as bugleweed or lamb’s ears to soften its edges and soften the edges of the walkway.

4. Add a Large Outdoor Rug

Add an outdoor rug to make your backyard more welcoming. Unique Loom’s Lyon Collection boasts vibrant hues and patterns to bring lively life into any garden space.

For an earthy aesthetic, try selecting a rug inspired by Boho designs. Alternatively, for something with clean lines and monochromatic colors that is suitable for contemporary living rooms.

5. Create a Backyard Bar

No matter the size or scope of your outdoor space, you can transform it into your perfect backyard with the appropriate accessories and DIY projects. At Century 21 Poirier we share these great ideas on making sure it becomes the place to be this summer!

An outdoor bar is essential for summer entertaining, and this DIY version made from pallets offers a unique aesthetic that can easily be painted to suit your decor!

6. Create a Seating Area

Make an area inviting and comfortable by setting up a seating area using various chairs for variety and comfort. This idea works especially well when placed within small gardens, especially when complemented with the addition of low seating walls that double as benches!

Add throw pillows to wooden patio furniture for an inviting ambience, matching their colors and patterns to your indoor decor. This DIY family project can be accomplished within one weekend!

7. Create a Water feature

Water features can be an incredible focal point, soothing our senses while offering great visual interest in any outdoor space. A container pond like this one provides an easy and effective way to bring soothing water features into any backyard environment.

Add a whimsical touch to your garden with an eye-catching decoration on the spigot of a fountain such as this fish figurine – an easy and cost-effective DIY project sure to catch visitors’ eyes.

8. Create a Fence

Installing a fence in your outdoor space is a fantastic DIY project with impressive results. Choose between traditional white picket fencing or opting for natural colors to complement the decor of both home and yard alike.

Some homeowners found their DIY projects easier and cheaper than anticipated, yet nearly 80% experienced at least one minor mistake during their DIY efforts. Make sure your next DIY venture goes off without a hitch by following these tips to prevent major complications!

9. Create a Shelving Unit

Have a vintage wagon that’s collecting dust in your garage or found one at a yard sale? Repurpose it into an original shelving unit using this DIY from Hometalk! After cleaning it thoroughly and attaching a piece of wood for support on its backside, pipe shelving units can be attached along with shelves made out of pipe fittings to complete this unique makeover project.

Reusing old tables to create custom shelving units is another great way to upcycle them and make something truly unique. Dornob has shared an awesome DIY using black industrial pipes as a frame for their shelving and stained pine boards to add color.

10. Create a Mudroom

A well-designed mudroom acts as an intermediary between outdoor activities and your clean surfaces inside, which may contain germs and dirt, and the clean surfaces in your home. Dreaming of Homemaking and House 214 Design have successfully converted hallways into functional mudrooms; even closets can become functional by installing hooks or storage benches.

Baskets can provide another convenient and elegant solution to managing shoes and hats without blocking entryways. Creating your own will only add rustic charm to your backyard!

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