While not all of us are that fussed with paying much attention to the outdoor spaces of the home, there’s much potential to be had and enjoyed if transformed.
Whether you have a small space to work with, or a vast patch of land that often remains untouched throughout the year, every outdoor space can be transformed with very little effort on your part.
Even on a tight budget, there are definitely some small changes and updates you can make to your outdoor space, that make a real difference to your space.
Here are some tips for transforming your outdoor space with very little effort this year.
Add a lick of paint to the exterior walls
When it comes to your exterior walls, it’s worth considering whether paint would be a good choice. Adding a lick of paint to your exterior walls is often needed as the dirt and debris of seasons gone by, will age the surface.
While it might not be possible for all exterior foundations, it’s often possible to do it with paint but also with side cladding.
Depending on your budget and how bad the exterior walls look, you might find it beneficial to do so. This is also something that can be done yourself if you consider yourself a bit of a DIY expert but if not, professionals are the best to call.
Jet-wash your pavings to make them shine like new
One surface that gets a lot of traffic, as well as dirt and debris, is your paving slabs. That, or your driveways and pathways that make up the exterior parts of the home.
If you have a jetwash to hand, this piece of equipment can be great for obliterating the dirt and grim, making your pavings shine like new.
The difference it makes to your exterior floors is one that will be jaw-dropping, to say the least. We often don’t consider, just how much grim and muck can stain the floors outside, so jet washing them can be a good thing to do every so often.
Ideally, it’s worth scheduling a routine jet wash throughout the year. The best way of doing it would be to address it at the end of every season. That way, you’re hitting the refresh button on your pavings at least four times a year.
Invest in the right gardening and maintenance equipment
The right gardening and maintenance equipment is paramount to transforming your outdoor space. If you don’t have the tools to do the work, then the result is going to look less than impressive.
First and foremost, make sure you have a good lawn mower or invest in a robot one if you don’t fancy doing much than pressing a few buttons to mow the lawn.
A leaf blower is a great option for getting rid of any leaves that have built up on your pathways or strewn over the garden in general.
Add a water feature for an oasis feel
When you’re looking to create spa-like vibes within your garden space, it’s always worth adding something like a water feature. It doesn’t need to be much but whether you go for a bird bath or a little waterfall, it can make a big difference to how you feel in the space when enjoying it.
If you need a mood booster every time you step out into your outdoor space, then a water feature is a great addition. Not only that, but it can be a great way to add more wildlife to the space that you might be missing.
Consider where you incorporate these water features into the space and how it might influence the look of the space in general.
Incorporate raised beds into the space
Raised beds are a great way to add levels to your exteriors, while also keeping certain plants and shrubs separate from one another.
These can be purchased or made from scratch depending on the amount of effort you want to put into them.
Think about how many raised beds you want to add to the space and what you’re planning on putting into them to help decorate the areas.
Opt for low-maintenance plants and features
If you’re looking to transform your outdoor space with very little effort, opt for low-maintenance plants and features. This will reduce the amount of effort you need to make while also providing you with some beautiful-looking flowerbeds and shrubs.
If you want to transform your outdoor space with very little effort, use these tips to help.
