5 Backyard Makeover Ideas

A beautiful backyard is a wonderful space to enjoy time with family and friends, relax outdoors, or just take in nature. But if your backyard is not in the condition you would like it to be, you may be missing out on utilizing your valuable outdoor space. Use the following tips to give your backyard a makeover so you can start spending more time outside:

Plant a Lush Green Lawn

A large lawn in the backyard can easily become the focal point of the yard, while also creating a great place for children and pets to play and expend their energy. The most cost-effective way to get a lush green yard is to plant seed; this method can either restore a neglected lawn or be used to grow grass from dirt. If you want instant gratification, contact a landscape designer and inquire about sod.

Update Your Hardscapes

When many builders are finishing construction on a home, they often lay small, gray patios made of pavement. While perfectly functional, they are definitely not aesthetically appealing. Luckily, you can drastically change the appearance of your backyard with the assistance of a paving contractor.

These professionals can upgrade your existing pavement patio by staining or etching it to look like brick or stone. Another option is to have your contractor tear out your existing patio, and create a new one with bricks, pavers, or stones. 

Fill Your Yard with Foliage and Flowers

There are few things that can transform the look of your backyard like well-placed flowers and plants. In many cases, plants and flowers can be purchased inexpensively, and when taken care of properly they can live for years.

For the best results, speak with a professional at your local nursery or a landscape designer to find out which plants and flowers will thrive in your climate- there is no reason to waste money on foliage that can't survive the outdoors where you live.

Consider Adding a Water Feature

If you have always wanted a pond, waterfall, or fountain in your backyard, add one to your landscape design! Water features are very popular, and when placed properly they can be quite eye-catching. Another added bonus is the fact that the sound of running water is very soothing for most people, so a water feature can make your backyard feel even more relaxing.

Invest in Good Quality Outdoor Furniture

By the time your backyard makeover is complete, you'll be dying to spend time outdoors. Cap off your backyard transformation by purchasing quality outdoor furniture; many people like to have a dinning table with chairs, as well as several outdoor lounges for relaxing. If you buy cushioned furniture, make sure that the fabric is made to withstand the outdoor elements.

To learn more, contact a company like Dawson Construction Ltd with any questions or concerns you have.