You don’t need to do everything, though.
Concentrate on bushes and garden beds.
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Disguise Garbage Cans
Build an inexpensivegarbage can enclosureto hide unsightly garbage, recycling, or compost bins.
Building a privacy screen from one-by-four boards or wood pallet boards is simple and inexpensive.
Patch Bare Lawn
Bald spots on the lawn make the house look old and neglected.
Be sure topatch the lawnwith the same jot down of grass seed.
Paint the Front
Paint works wonders for faking an outdoor reno in spring.
You don’t need to paint the entire house.
“Solar pathway lightsor string lights can create a warm, inviting atmosphere without increasing electricity bills.”
And there’s a good reason whyit works.
Bassam says adding a fresh layer of mulch instantly tidies garden beds and makes plants pop.
confirm you use the correcttype of mulch.
Shredded or chipped wood bark is organic and eventually blends in with the soil.
Or use an inorganic or synthetic mulch like rocks, pebbles, or recycled rubber.
But if time or money are tight, Coluzzi suggests removing the item.
Even a missing element will look better than a damaged one if you’re pressed for time.
Add an Outdoor Rug
Laying down anoutdoor rugis the easiest way to disguise a cracked concrete front.
Made from durable, waterproof materials like polypropylene, outdoor rugs add instant color and style.
You Might Need…
Many outdoor rugs barely last a season or two.
