With summer just around the corner, it won't be long before you're hosting a barbecue and enjoying time in the sun with your loved ones.
But if your garden is left untouched all winter and is in desperate need of some TLC, you don't need thousands of plants.
That's because one clever homeowner has revealed how she transformed her outdoor space on a budget with a coat of paint and cheap purchases from Home Bargains.
In a clip shared to TikTok, she wrote, “When you're told you can't DIY your garden on a budget.”
She then showed that she proved them wrong by first sharing a snap of her garden before her impressive transformation.
There was nothing but a few gray paving slabs and vast areas of exposed soil, and it's safe to say it was in need of some serious maintenance.
Demonstrating what can be done with a little DIY and determination, she shared the finished result. No wonder people describe her outdoor paradise as “beautiful.”
Completely unrecognizable, she laid down fresh grass and created an ultra-stylish BBQ patio area complete with L-shaped sofas, bean bags and egg chairs.
oh! !What a change!
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Meanwhile, she placed some brightly colored wicker chairs and side tables on top of a geometric patterned outdoor rug on the patio, creating a second area to kick back and relax.
For those looking to follow in her footsteps, you're in luck…because she revealed some of the bargains she used.
To achieve this look, the DIY guru painted the fence using Cuprinol 'Natural Stone' from Screwfix, which sells for £19.99 in a 2.5 liter can, and used 'City Stone' Cuprinol on the deck. I painted it.
She also bought an outdoor rug from Home Bargains. It is currently out of stock, but is thought to have cost around £15.99.
“Create the perfect place to have a picnic, relax in the sun, or grab a drink with friends,” the online product description says.
“This outdoor rug is waterproof and perfect for outdoor activities.
It's light so you don't have to worry about the weight when carrying it around.
Along with before and after photos, the homeowner happily wrote: “Can't wait to be able to sit in this garden again soon!”
The post went viral, garnering 238,000 views and several comments. very It impressed social media users.
One person praised: “Incredible.”
A second social media user enthused: “Wow!! What a change.”
A third person commented: “So beautiful! I want to know how.”
Meanwhile, a fourth simply commented: “Love this!”
Another user added: “Looks great. Just in time for summer.”
Elsewhere, some people wondered how she managed to get her greenery to grow so lush and so quickly.
Sharing her tips, the DIY guru replied, “We laid down the lawn, mowed it regularly, planted seeds, and watered it almost every night during the summer.” I did.