IF you have an ugly piece of wall in your garden, you are not alone. There may be a cheap and attractive solution.
A man shared how he wanted to spruce up his outdoor space and keep his ugly wall out of sight.
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Martin, who among other things posts @martindiywrote: “POV, you absolutely hate this wall in the garden and you wanted to do something with it for less than £100.”
Many people use shower curtains to add some color to their garden, but Martin was against this and wanted a different solution.
He first decided to paint the wall completely black and then attached three vertical fence beams to the wall.
Its purpose was to support 30 wooden slats, each 4.8 m long, which he screwed into place.
Martin then painted the slats with grey fence paint which he bought from B&Q for £15.
The background looked very stylish, but he wasn’t done with the space yet.
He next bought an outdoor rug and added his rattan furniture to create a chic garden seating area.
Martin shared: “The new carpets made it feel much more homely and Nice under bare feet.”
The homeowner told Fabulous about his project: “I had seen some of the cedar slat fences and I really liked the look of the horizontal slats.
“I wanted to make it cheaper because hardwood would cost over £500.”
Fortunately, he was able to achieve his goal on a tight budget: the entire project cost him less than £150.
Many viewers were impressed with his DIY work and his video was liked more than 500 times.
Someone said: “Looks beautiful. Well done.”
Another added: “So jealous honestly.”
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A third commented: “I love this!”
If you’re looking for creative ways to spruce up your boring brick exterior without spending a small fortune, this woman has another idea.
In a clip shared on TikTok (@homesweethome_at_48), she could be seen simply hanging the ‘Set of 3 Indoor/Outdoor Metal Wall Screens’ on the attacking wall.
The black screens, which feature an attractive floral motif, are available to buy from The Range for £32.99. That means they cost just £10.99 each.
Alongside her post she wrote: “This wall just gives me the creeps!!
How to renovate your garden cheaply
IF you want your garden to impress this summer, you’ve come to the right place…
Planning and prioritizing
- Rate your space: Take a walk around your garden and see which areas need improvement.
- Set a budget: Determine how much you can spend.
- Prioritize projects: Focus on the areas with the greatest impact first, such as pathways, seating, or focal points.
DIY projects
- Build your own planters: Use reclaimed wood, pallets, or other materials to make your own planters.
- Make garden art: Use old objects like tires, bottles and cans to create unique garden decorations.
- Paths: Lay down gravel or mulch to create affordable and attractive garden paths.
Plant smart
- Buy seeds, not plants: Seeds are less expensive than mature plants and offer greater variety.
- Share and exchange: Exchange plants and seeds with friends or join a local garden club.
- Growing perennials: Invest in plants that come back every year to save money in the long run.
Use free resources
- Compost: Make your own compost from kitchen waste and garden waste to enrich your soil.
- Rainwater harvesting: Install a rain barrel to collect water for your garden.
- Mulch: Use leaves, grass clippings or wood chips as mulch to retain moisture in the soil and suppress weeds.
Reuse and upcycle
- Old furniture: Turn an old chair into a plant stand or a chest of drawers into a planter.
- Containers: Use buckets, cans or even old shoes as separate planters.
- Pallets: Create vertical gardens or compost heaps from discarded pallets.
Smart shopping
- Offers and discounts: Check for end-of-season offers or discounts at garden centers.
- Second hand shops: Visit thrift stores or garage sales to find pots, tools, and decorations.
- Online marketplaces: Check sites like Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace for free or cheap garden supplies.
Maintenance
- Regular weeding: Keep weeding to keep your garden looking neat.
- Pruning and flowering: Prune the plants regularly and remove faded flowers to encourage growth and flowering.
- Tool care: Maintain your tools by cleaning and sharpening them to extend their life and effectiveness.
With these tips you can give your garden a fresh, renewed look without spending a lot of money. Enjoy your garden!
“We bounced ideas around about what we should do and decided that for the time being it would be to make it a little less noticeable as it is next to a utility that we have not yet renovated…
“We have some ideas up our sleeve. I am looking forward to getting started on this project.”
The Bargain Purchase functions three sleek wall screens that allow you to easily add style, depth and dimension to your outdoor paradise.
And according to the online product description, the screens are also quick and easy to hang with the handy hooks on the back. That saves stress.
