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When people shop for a new home, outdoor space is often one of the must-have items on their checklists. If they’re looking at an apartment, they want one with a terrace or little garden. If they’re looking for a house, they want a nice deck or patio and some green space. But when it comes to actually existing in our homes, sometimes those outdoor spaces get overlooked. Part of the reason is that we haven’t made our outdoor living areas as functional and inviting as our indoor living areas. So here are some tips for giving your outdoor space a spruce up and a refresh so you can actually enjoy your time in the fresh air.<\/p>\n
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1 \u2013 Monochrome<\/strong><\/p>\n This is a powerful way to really re-imagine your space. You don’t have to go to all the way to strictly black and white to hit the right monotone vibe. The key is to unify your space with just one or two shades and let any color come in through plants and flowers. Try painting retaining walls, bricks, and even your plant pots to achieve the right effect. The result will be a calm, contemplative space you’ll want to spend more time in.<\/p>\n 2 \u2013 Accessorize<\/strong><\/p>\n Sometimes we forget that the same things we would do to brighten up the inside of our home can work wonders outside. Don’t rush out and buy a new picnic table for your deck, consider buying an inexpensive (and washable) table cloth instead. Consider adding a string of lights or a new planter box. Small, low-cost DIY additions to the outdoor furniture you already have can make your space more inviting.<\/p>\n 3 \u2013 Paint teak or natural wood<\/strong><\/p>\n A lot of people lose their minds when you paint natural wood, but if you’re at the point of wanting to replace old furniture or items anyway, you really have nothing to lose. A good coat of paint not only dresses up old wood furniture, it gives your whole outdoor space a completely new look at a fraction of the price. So if you don’t mind giving your makeover a little elbow grease, consider giving your older patio furniture pieces a new lease on life.<\/p>\n 4 \u2013 Slipcover outdoor furniture cushions<\/strong><\/p>\n The flip side of painting your wood furniture is putting new covers on your cushions. You don’t need to be an amazing seamstress and you don’t need to sew in zippers. In fact, some DIYers manage to pull this off with simply glue guns! If your furniture is in fairly good shape, but the cushions are looking a little drab, this is a weekend makeover you should absolutely try.<\/p>\n 5 \u2013 Replace your chairs<\/strong><\/p>\n There are times that the key to any good room makeover is just to change out one or two key pieces of furniture, and that’s true on your patio too. If your table is in good shape, just consider just replacing your chairs. You can quickly give your space a smart new look without spending a fortune.<\/p>\n 6 \u2013 Throw pillows and throw blankets<\/strong><\/p>\n Thinking about your outdoor spaces like you would any other room in your house will allow you to think of the little decor touches that make any room a look a little more polished. Throw pillows are a great addition to your outdoor furniture. Not only can they punch up your space with vibrant colors or patterns, they can also perform a real function in your seating areas. You won’t mind if your dinner guests linger all evening over a glass of red wine when you can curl up in your patio chairs with a throw pillow and a lap blanket.<\/p>\n 7 \u2013 Sawhorse picnic table<\/strong><\/p>\n Who says you need to splash out on a fancy patio set or heavy-duty wooden picnic table? Make use of what you have on hand. Nail a few boards together, sand them and stain them, and you’ve got a table that will function perfectly for your next outdoor dinner party.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/advice-diva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/real-photo-of-a-garden-with-a-table-chairs-lamps-a-8Z5PUDX-683x1024.jpg\")
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