10 Affordable Ideas for a Priceless Patio

10 budget-friendly ideas for a priceless patioI've always loved the outdoors, so when I can't pick up and leave, the patio becomes my escape. For that reason, I've always made it a point to create an outdoor space that I love to spend time in. When doing any makeover, money's a major factor. But believe it or not, there are many ways to give your patio a whole new look without blowing your budget. Here are 10 budget-friendly ideas for a priceless patio.








Outdoor Daybed 1. Outdoor Daybed
Fill an empty corner on your deck with a daybed. You can even make the frame for one yourself with a mix of new and reclaimed wood. Add your own slipcover to save cash.













Mix and Match 2. Mix and Match
This stunning patio keeps costs reasonable with a mix of cheaper IKEA pieces and accessories from the Far East.














The Finishing Touch 3. The Finishing Touch
There's need to drop cash on several little trinkets to outfit your patio. All you need to pull everything together is one bold finishing touch, like this God's Eye.













Hanging Lanterns 4. Hanging Lanterns
Hanging lanterns create a peaceful ambience and add hints of color to your patio. You can pinch pennies by making your own.









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Work with What You Have 5. Work with What You Have
Who says you even have to buy anything? You can design on a dime by using an old couch you already own and simply covering it with a colorful blanket.













Potted Plants 6. Potted Plants
Potted plants are an affordable way to add color and life to any patio. Amazon sells them for as cheap as $5.99!











Keep it Rustic 7. Keep it Rustic
Bringing in a large rustic piece like this table can really set the tone for the patio space. Secondhand items snagged for a bargain at a thrift store would fit right in with the atmosphere.













Simple Furniture 8. Simple Furniture
Try to stay away from big and bulky furniture when you are working with a tiny space. IKEA's sleek, modern furniture (pictured here) is ideal for small spaces - and it's affordable to boot!











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Add Curtains 9. Add Curtains
Create an intimate space on a budget with just one item: curtains! They work wonders.














Paint Creatively 10. Paint Creatively
Try something new with paint, like painting the ceiling and floor of a porch. A gallon of paint costs about $30 at Home Depot, and just a couple of fresh coats can make a huge statement in your patio.











- By Jaime Morrison Curtis

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