DIY Patio Makeover on a Budget 2020

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@lovinglifeasmegan 4 года назад

Hey Guys! It feels unreal to finally be sharing this diy patio makeover on a budget! I hope you get some great ideas for diy patio furniture and diy patio decor! Let me know what you think of the finished space! I am totally in love 😍

@flinryder7119 4 года назад

Hi you could laminate the prints that way their waterproof xx

@clairestofthemall 4 года назад

A pergola will make it complete

@khalnamodi8599 4 года назад

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@GretchenDupree 3 года назад

i liked it a whole lot

@marianwooten6110 3 года назад

Yall did a great job

@kimberlylamitie2869 4 года назад

I love how you and your husband work together as a team.

@lovinglifeasmegan 4 года назад

Thanks 🤗 I’m so lucky to have him!

@melaniecampbell583 4 года назад

Y’all are precious! I love how you value your home and want to make it the very best at the same time spending your money wisely! So smart for a young couple! I love watching y’all!

@jejakcikumi 3 года назад

I agree with u..

@ginaloveslife632 3 года назад

Yesss!!!!❤️it!!!!!

@shidahali5291 3 года назад

I love the fact that you did a mistake... then you acknowledge you did the mistake... and you advise us viewers what you think of the mistake... and you reassure that we are humans and it is normal to make mistake. Thank you for your honesty. Good job and do enjoy your patio!

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

Everyone makes mistakes! It’s just a part of life 💜

@pamelahauer9938 3 года назад

You did a great job! For anyone planning on doing a similar project, I might suggest a power wash on the old pavers to clean them up first so they better match the new ones. 👍

@saadk7 Год назад

Or make a pattern with old and new, so it looks like it meant to be !

@serenelibra61 Год назад

Or paint the whole patio one color...

@Bunefoo401 3 года назад

I don’t mean to sound like I’m telling you how to edit or film, but maybe a couple of minutes showing the tamping of the dirt, a couple of sanding, and a couple of the staining the 2x4’s instead of 5 minutes on you staining ... that was a little redundant, whereas the others interspersed would have at least been a change. Also, suggestion on spray painting ..l break down a cardboard box to put behind the item you’re spraying to avoid too much over spray ... it helps prevent wind from grabbing your paint, and it will be better on the environment.

@shaunmoore1991 3 года назад

Collette Landwer AGREED!!!!!!!!

@preetipoonam2984 3 года назад

I felt the same!! I felt like i did miss out on a lot of your work!!! Watching u sand paint etc every single piece was actually more boring everytime u said including the other work footage wud be boring! Nonetheless, did not stop me from watching the end! Whether all ur hard work is on this video or not, it indeed was a lot of hard work and u guys pulled through!! Its amazing! Hoping u get to make great memories here with family and friends🖤 good day

@jmbisme 3 года назад

But...

@laegad 3 года назад

Well put, Collette. Too much time spent watching some things and missed out on others

@raisinsymone7653 3 года назад

I'm came to the comments to see this exact comment! The video is great but I could have seen the stamping and leveling too. Even a few seconds would have been helpful.

@GoodBadBeautifulLife 4 года назад

I'm always amazed at what people can do with a tight budget but a lot of hard work and elbow grease! What a transformation! So inspiring to get out and see what kind of makeover you can achieve with not much more than what you already have. Thanks for sharing!

@lovinglifeasmegan 4 года назад

It definitely is a ton of hard work but always so worth it in the end! 🤗

@dianavaldez2841 4 года назад

I love it the only thing I would have changed, since your cinder flooring blocks are obviously different in color because of the weathering.. I would have used an old and a new all over to make it just easier on the eye and even look artsy

@lovinglifeasmegan 4 года назад

That would have been a fantastic idea!

@ellamarieb5755 4 года назад

Could always paint the old pavers a grey concrete paint to match too!

@mercinary11 4 года назад

You can powerwash them as well and they'll return to their original color

@ShellyBnINDY 3 года назад

I would have made some sort of pattern or border

@Thenakedforager 3 года назад

Lol I was about to post the same thing, I calculated that they could’ve done an outer border with the new ones and have enough old ones to do a checker board effect... god bless COVID lockdown giving me time to work that out 😡!!!

@micheleburge1024 3 года назад

Hi, when you use the garden fabric, you secure it in place with pins that you can get at your local nursery. The fabric is wonderful to use. Best wishes

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

We didn’t have any pins and we also don’t have a local nursery

@digsindirt4490 3 года назад

Agree. Landscape “staples” are a must for the fabric. They sell them at big box stores, too. Usually right next to the fabric. I get mine in bulk from Amazon.

@sandikhader1801 4 года назад

Lol, I was just telling my bf how these DIYers on RU-vid make it look so easy!! Now we are in the middle of a bedroom redo. Its taking forever!!

@lovinglifeasmegan 4 года назад

RU-vid videos will have you believing you can build a whole house from the ground up in 3 hours 😂

@TwinsationalRS 4 года назад

This is pretty, economical and functional! The kids’ seating is too cute.Home ownership is hard work but we’re always so much more proud of the things that we did by hand🥰

@lovinglifeasmegan 4 года назад

I agree! Such hard work but totally worth it 🤗

@krickette5569 4 года назад

Looks great! Just one tiny caution. When you get a heavy or sustained rainfall, keep an eye on the area where the pavers meet the house. Depending on how far you all dug down to place the pavers it may have damaged the grade that the builder put on the yard area to make sure that rainfall moves away from the foundation walls.

@cluisap 3 года назад

Can you explain more deep about you're talking??! It's very interesting and I would love to know more about it of something I don't know much! Thanks in advance 😊

@Samanosuke817 3 года назад

@@cluisap what Krickette is saying is you want those brick pieces on the ground (pavers) and especially the dirt ground that they are resting on to be slanted/sloped away from your house. You want water to move away from your foundation instead of water pooling near it.

@kimberlywilson7591 4 года назад

I love this we installed a pool 2 years ago and our back yard was awful. This makes me so excited and gives me a lot of ideas. Thank you!

@fablesofbeasts 3 года назад

The fabric that used isn't technically for patios, they make one specifically for that, though it can be costlier. However, if you use the staples on any fabric it will stay in place. Also, there is a paver base if there is enough depth and leveling needed that you put down before the sand. It helps stabilize everything to create less work on leveling. For those wondering about sealing the cracks or preventing movement, there is polymeric sand you can put between the blocks.

@flowforever9084 3 года назад

Thank you

@lovingisabel2078 4 года назад

Omg, Megan the patio came out beautiful. You inspire so many with your can do attitude. Your channel inspires people to be creative and that they can also have a beautiful home, without breaking the bank. Thank you for another inspiring video. Have a Great weekend.

@lovinglifeasmegan 4 года назад

You are too sweet 💜💜 I’m glad you enjoyed it!

@lemonielala3080 3 года назад

For preventing weeds in a way that is much easier than the fabric: you can just brush a mixture of sand and cement in between the pavers and watering everything afterwards which seals it up preventing weeds. If you live in a super cold climate where that will just crack from the ground freezing there is a special flexible mix (pretty sure Romex is one) that works in stead. 👍

@MyBiPolarBearMax Год назад

Look up “polymeric sand” is what its usually called. Best way to connect everything and prevent any weeds from being able to break through. If you use it properly it adheres everything all the way through and is great

@greenishthumbs6370 3 года назад

I love that you talked about the reality of how long this took instead of trying to make it sound so easy! We just finished building our above ground planter box for one of our next videos and it was a lot more time consuming than we had anticipated. But totally worth it with how it turned out.

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

Yes these projects always take longer than I initially anticipate 😂

@Simphome Год назад

It really is a simple makeover but the result is undeniably beautiful. I like the chair, it's not boring.

@lovinglifeasmegan Год назад

Thanks!

@CarlaMackenzie 4 года назад

Girlllll it turned out soooo good! You’re right it does look like a lot of work but I bet the savings was worth it and I’m sure you’re loving it! ❤️

@lovinglifeasmegan 4 года назад

We do love it! Lol we would love it even more if it would stop raining so that we could sit out and enjoy it 🤣

@crystalfrederick9281 4 года назад

Everything is beautiful. It looks like your hubby is like mine, such a good helper and partner. 😊

@lovinglifeasmegan 4 года назад

Yes! Team work makes the dream work 🤗

@annachristina6539 3 года назад

Great job. It's been a year, gonna visit your channel, see how it looks now:) A good way to WATERPROOF that ART, is CLEAR DAP. Change the cardboard backing with something plastic, like a cutting mat. Between the glass & frame, have CLEAN HANDS, but also *wipe it gently with a smooth damp sponge*. Also, I learned this from experience... store straws in zip lock bags. Because spiders love to nest in straws.

@SheilaSpencer1 2 года назад

😱 (🕷)

@lovinglifeasmegan 2 года назад

We are going to film a new one just as soon as we can find a few pieces we’ve been searching for 🤗

@Mary-oh4qy 3 года назад

Thank you for being real! I"ve done a lot of paver patios and walkways and you are so right...they are a lot of work but so rewarding when finished. Kudos to you both! It looks terrific!

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

Thank you so much!

@ambermichelle4015 4 года назад

Totally living vicariously through you with this since my backyard is almost non existent. It's sooo small lol but this seriously looks amazing! You guys did an awesome job!

@lovinglifeasmegan 4 года назад

You could totally create a nice space of your own even if it’s a smaller scale 🤗

@ThisCrazyLife 4 года назад

Everything turned out so amazing!! I totally looked into doing the pacer benches when we did our deck makeover, and even though we didn’t end up doing it on the deck, I think I’ll definitely do that when we make a fire pit area! Way to go on another incredible makeover!! Enjoy your new space 🙌🏼

@lovinglifeasmegan 4 года назад

They would be perfect around a fire pit! We absolutely love them!

@rosacolon8921 4 года назад

I like the way you and your husband work as a teamwork. Your modern farmhouse looks gorgeous. Blessings from Puerto Rico

@wthesandrashearman8534 4 года назад

The transformation of your patio is amazing, you are such a hardworking couple well done. ❤️

@lovinglifeasmegan 4 года назад

You are so sweet 🤗 thank you!

@ThisCrazyLife 4 года назад

Ahh yay!! I can’t wait to watch this! Your makeovers always turn out so incredible! 😍

@lovinglifeasmegan 4 года назад

😍😍 thank you! So do yours! 🤗

@shirleydrake1602 3 года назад

You and your husband are certainly not afraid of hard work! Who ever y’all work for is a lucky employer! It’s almost impossible to find people who will actually work these days. I bet you are both great employees. I love every project video you do. You are so through with your research and you are liberal with your praise for each other during the project. I bet your kids love the playhouse project. I would love to redo one of those for my two year old great granddaughter and my four year old great grandson. I bet they would play with it for years. Great patio project. I love the home you two are making together.

@Tanya-vt1sf Год назад

Great job! Two years later seeing this video. Loved it ALL specially the cinder block / 2x4 benches and the bar. Thank you much for the great ideas!

@lovinglifeasmegan Год назад

They were so easy to assemble! Highly recommend if you’re looking for super affordable outdoor furniture!

@WendiSidy2 3 года назад

Hats off to you! It is a gorgeous outdoor space! I always marvel at the creativity and bravery that DIYers have in putting themselves out there while sharing their vision with those of us who can't or don't know how to do!

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

Thank you so much! I’ve only recently become a DIYer and it has been a lot of fun sharing that journey and inspiring other people to at least try 💜

@almapacheco2405 4 года назад

If it was me doing the patio I would've done it like chinese checkers board, with the new and old tiles (not sure if they are called tiles Idk the mane for them). But it looks amazing. And eventually will look all the same with the rain.

@lovinglifeasmegan 4 года назад

We didn’t think of that lol

@andrealongbottom3869 3 года назад

Oh that’s so smart !!!

@rebeccashattuck7004 3 года назад

You guys are real people..and I like that you are taking what you have and making the best! Life isnt about money...you guys are creating spaces that your whole family can enjoy for a long time!! I would love to see grocery hauls/what's for dinner/clean with me or a day in the life ..anything really!

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

Those kinds of videos don’t preform well on my channel so I’ll be sticking to cleaning, decluttering, organizing & decorating 💜 but if you want to follow me on IG I do share a lot of that type of content in my stories

@ninjaawesomebattlepower 3 года назад

Thank you for being so honest upfront about how much work went into this project. Other RU-vidrs should take note of that.

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

There’s always a ton of work involved in these kinds of projects, but it’s totally worth it!

@michellemincey12 3 года назад

I ABSOLUTELY love how You and Your Husband transformed your patio. Great teamwork! You gave me some GREAT ideas... Especially the Outdoor Bar!! Love It!! Thank You

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

Thanks so much! We love the outdoor bar! 10/10 would recommend! It was a pretty easy DIY

@robinc8327 3 года назад

Megan I love everything that you do. I’m going to try the benches. Thanks for sharing

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

They are so easy to make 🤗 have fun with your project!

@vibeswlon 3 года назад

Omg I lovedddd this. I was feeling a bit down and out today and decided to watch some videos on things I love to help lift my spirits. Yours popped up first and I must say you and your beautiful spirit helped uplift me. You are so humble inspiring and candid during this video and I appreciate that so much. Thank you for being you and helping me today even if it wasn’t your intention. Love you sister! 🤗

@susanlucas7303 3 года назад

She's authentic, admitting her mistakes. I am going to continue to follow. She's good. You go girl.

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

💜💜 thank you! I have another one coming up soon with a lot of mistakes 😅

@evelynmaltez571 3 года назад

I love how everything turned out. We just did our patio on a small budget too. We wanted to do a bar but we don’t have a lot of money. So this cinder block bar is an amazing idea. Thank you so much for sharing it. 🥰🥰

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

We love the cinder black bar! So easy to make & super affordable!

@chrispatterson-simmons3376 3 года назад

I am a DIY queen! I think you too did an amazing job. Yes you treated yourself to an expensive fridge. Better to spend on a good one, then having to replace it soon. God bless you for sharing. Stay Safe !

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

💜💜 you are so sweet! Thank you!

@vickiangleton5653 3 года назад

We built our outdoor couch the same way; used an old baby crib mattress for a cushion. I never thought about doing a bar the same way! Looks awesome! Thanks for sharing 👍

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

That’s such a great idea!

@tazg349 2 года назад

Obviously your video is a couple years old but it came through my feed because I have been watching diy videos for my small apartment patio. I’m a empty nester now and I’m done pretty much with decorating on a big scale most of my work life, my kids are also grown and have their own places independently. They are in your generation. I’m inspired mainly by your benches and how you did them. Im definitely considering them because of the ease in the accessibility of materials. The black blocks plus the contrast light and unpainted wood has a stunning modern effect, not even farm house themed. It can crossover modern eclectic. I love your bar area too. has given me some great ideas. Strict budget is music to my ears always. Youre both doing great jobs. The Asian in me is trained from childhood to do the financial accounting always before doing a project. Just our culture because where we come from poverty is a fact of life. Coming to the US and living great life does not make us forget that easily. Enjoyed this video much.

@lovinglifeasmegan 2 года назад

Definitely try out the benches! Be sure to secrete the wood to the blocks using concrete adhesive 😊

@24kchefkimmy43 3 года назад

I just love D.I.Y home projects and for the record I am obsessed with spray paint 🤷🏽‍♀️ awesome job. Looks fab. 😎

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

I’ve become obsessed with spray paint too 😂

@squeakycleanwithlouise4211 4 года назад

Wow love the transformation. Love the bar area, its amazing what we can find and do on a budget, with either recycling what we have in our homes or sale items. I'm in the middle of doing my back garden at the moment, it's taking me a while to get everything right. Great video Megan. 😊👍

@lovinglifeasmegan 4 года назад

I love finding affordable solutions for things! Not all of us have an unlimited budget to spend, but we can still make our homes look nice without spending a ton!

@janjones4772 3 года назад

Beautiful! Turned out so pretty, a lot of hard work, but I’m sure it was worth it, doing it together with someone you love and share the time together.Making memories.❤️👍👍👍😊😊

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

Yes! It was a ton of work but so so worth it in the end!

@tb123. 3 года назад

You can use outdoor wind sails to cover for shade & install 4x4 post, to attach to, plus u can drill solar lights to post & string outdoor lights from post to post.

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

We thought about doing that but it was way out of our budget!

@sueschatteman9096 4 года назад

If you’re still wanting to layer your rugs try the top one at an angle. Great job, lots of hard work on your part❤️

@lovinglifeasmegan 4 года назад

That’s a great idea! Thanks for the tip!

@chereederry7939 3 года назад

You could also use them to create separate "room" for seating areas.

@christinagarcia1189 3 года назад

Omg I LOVE LOVE LOVE this! The cinder block benches and bar are GENOUS!

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

Thanks 🤗 I am loving them too!

@tkv1000 3 года назад

I love them too! But question what did u use so the wood doesnt slide off? Im about to head to home depot

@hey6961 3 года назад

I love how relatable you are. You’re so sweet and so amazing at everything you do. I love all of your videos. Blessings, Xo

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

💜💜 you’re too sweet. Thank you

@mermaiddiyartist8119 3 года назад

Thank you for being real about how long projects last. Esp with kids and jobs

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

Yes! They always take longer than expected lol

@hushonetime 3 года назад

How are the 2x4s holding up do you recommend gluing them down or did you just place them over? Do they shift around when sitting on them?

@catinan6555 3 года назад

This is the same thing I wondered about. But I absolutely love how the benches turned out! 😍

@aprilplemons7661 3 года назад

I am wondering the same!!! When she was painting them, I thought she was going to put the boards inside the cinderblock holes LOL… I’m just wondering if they roll or turn when you sit on them?! Great job though!! Looks amazing👌

@yanaironsmith1963 3 года назад

She stated that she used concreat adhesive to them to keep them down. I believe that's what I remember her saying.

@Bunefoo401 3 года назад

Hush Honey ... concrete adhesive doesn’t always last too long. It might be a good idea to put a brace under the 4 boards on each end to make sure they stay attached.

@K-succy 3 года назад

It will. Doesn't hold it when you sit on . Need to glue it .

@soloblog9571 3 года назад

I'm curious about those vents at the base of your house. It seems like the rocks were there for rain drainage, and maybe keeping 6 inches or so for drainage, would have been a good idea. I don't know if those vents access the underneath of your house or not. The size increase of the patio is great though. Good job.

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

Don’t worry about the vents lol

@dianehuey8340 3 года назад

No worries with the vents. They are just that. They just allow air flow and are not for drainage

@MELANIEmel 3 года назад

I am loving this whole DIY series, I’m about to binge watch them all. I have been doing a ton of renovations in my home and next on my list is my yard so this one is so helpful. Thanks so much for sharing !

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

Yay! I’m glad that you’re loving them! I have a new little diy makeover series starting tomorrow!

@Donna-vh5ym 3 года назад

When I first saw you putting the pictures together my first thought was "oh no" when it rains!!!!. But since they look GREAT, just get an awning to cover that particular area from the rain. Great job.!!!!👏👏👏

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

Awnings are expensive lol

@k.devlyn5398 3 года назад

The humidity from rainy weather would still get inside the frames & warp the prints, unless you laminate them first

@myeshathompson4145 3 года назад

Laminating the pictures could possibly work...

@whitneypea 4 года назад

I’m obsessed with that bar top table, that is such a clever idea!

@lovinglifeasmegan 4 года назад

I love it! It’s great for entertaining

@nellycarrasco8641 3 года назад

Just in case you didn't know, Home Depot has the "Opps" paint very in expensive. That's where I get mine for my ramp & patio.

@lauriebertrand9319 2 года назад

You guys did amazing! I love it! Looks so cozy! Thank you for keeping it real and telling us how hard and how long it took. So important with DIY’s.

@lovinglifeasmegan 2 года назад

I agree! Sometimes these videos make it look like major transformations like this only take a few hours. I wish they did, but that hasn’t ever been my experience.

@aldarubio3622 3 года назад

Looks great!!..I love it!! Always good to have outdoor get away.. FYI: Clean the dirty pavers with a powerwasher or an outdoor scrub broom. Also theres paver set to get in between the cracks that helps control the weeds also once you clean of all the pavers seal it water will not seep in and cause damage.

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

We didn’t have a power washer when I filmed this

@lindabennison955 3 года назад

I would have like to see how he did level ing and placing the pavers

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

I didn’t film it

@destinybarrow1294 3 года назад

U could laminate the photos then just put them in the frame and maybe some weather resistant spay paint or spray for the frame

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

I’m trying to find a solution that does not include the frames lol

@larissa6417 3 года назад

Your disclaimer on how long it would take was so refreshing!

@willenefrancisco6718 3 года назад

You and your husband really did a great job. I love the way you too work together Awesome job. Can't wait to see more of your videos 😍

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

Thank you so much! Team work makes the dream work 🤗

@TilVacuumDoUsPart 4 года назад

Now I’m wanting to add a refrigerator 😂 🤣

@lovinglifeasmegan 4 года назад

Do it! Lol it is totally worth it if you use the space often!

@gracefulvirgo7448 3 года назад

Same. Lol

@southgoesnorthwest 3 года назад

I wasn't sure how the benches would turn out but they look amazing and so simple. I love Ashley's channel. 🖤

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

Thank you!

@j-ru5527 3 года назад

That was so relaxing and fun to watch!!! Co-Vid is so stressful and I don't want to watch any more news. I just watched your whole video start to finish and I have no intention of making patio. Beautiful job you two!!!

@odalyskopp2170 4 года назад

Muy bonita decoración pero recomiendo fijar las tablas del bar y los bancos para evitar que se puedan mover y evitar accidentes

@456pickupstixs 4 года назад

Loved the budget makeover but was thrown off when I went to check out the code for the outdoor fidge.... $1200 after taxes for an outdoor mini!?! Don't get me wrong, it's nice but you cut corners and was talking about saving money the entire time so that's a tad confusing. I don't even have a $1200 one inside my home 😭

@lovinglifeasmegan 4 года назад

Cutting corners in other places so that you can invest where you want to is part of being on a budget for us. If you aren’t interested in the fridge you don’t have to purchase it.

@gardensteps 3 года назад

Yeah.

@456pickupstixs 3 года назад

@@lovinglifeasmegan I know what budget means :) I just wasn't expecting such an expensive piece after watching the entire video but with that being said good for you on spending towards getting something that you really wanted! Like I said it is really nice.... That's why I was interested 😊 My apologies if you took offense it wasn't supposed to come out that way. Sometimes with affiliate links the recommender may get some kind of compensation so I was trying to support! 💕Obviously, I know I don't HAVE TO purchase it but that came out kind of snarky and defensive. We can all work on being better 😉

@Bella-sh2ib 3 года назад

@@456pickupstixs Actually, you were very nice about it. You simply pointed out, quite correctly, that $1,200 is not a budget item. The cost of this plus all the other items is no budget. I actually thought the youtuber's comment was the snarky one, and it quite surprised me when I read it. I would recommend taking the 'budget' part out of the title, and just using DIY.

@456pickupstixs 3 года назад

@@Bella-sh2ib thanks sweets! Yeah not sure why she replied the way she did. I was only saying because I WAS interested! A bummer for me who was gaining inspo and tryna support but perhaps it was a gift to them from the company for promo?!🤷‍♀️. I understand, it wouldnt be in their interest to say it was expensive but either way it was the 1st and last video I'll watch here cause the response alone had a superior connotation. Not a way to speak to your viewers or subs but still wish their channel success in the end.

@marizaramos6176 3 года назад

Hi there. I’m in Portugal, and we used coarse salt for keeping the weeds at bay under pavements. It’s worked well for us. Nice patio. Enjoy it.

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

Thank you for that tip 🤗

@cooldogsofwv 3 года назад

It’s great you and your husband can work together, I would I have to work on a patio makeover by myself, actually do all of it by myself, because all my husband does is yell at me, pick at me, get mad, throw stuff, so I think that’s great you and your husband can work together, your patio make a room is beautiful!

@AlottaBoulchit 3 года назад

That's... not appropriate behavior from your husband. 🚩

@leilacarla1000 4 года назад

Maravilhosa ficou lindoo 👏👏👏👏👏👏♥️😘

@lovinglifeasmegan 4 года назад

💜💜💜💜

@dianaslife5722 4 года назад

Hey, Question does the wood moves when someone sits on the bench?

@niniandsunny1353 4 года назад

Is my concern too but darn, they look good! Lol

@dianaslife5722 4 года назад

NiNi to #6 I know I like them too

@lovinglifeasmegan 4 года назад

I addressed this in my voiceover when I said that we secured them with concrete adhesive

@dianaslife5722 4 года назад

Loving Life as Megan oh sorry I did not heard that part

@UPDT8243 3 года назад

@@dianaslife5722 The concrete adhesive is going to dry out and breaks apart with the sun, that's why is better to place the 2 by 4"s with screws, it only takes one on each end.

@sarahinthegarden 3 года назад

Great job! As a landscspe contractor, just one idea you might add.....some landscape plastic edging along the sides of the patio that meets the turf. They come with pegs that you nail down into the ground. The are 'L' shaped and com in long stops so it should t be too expensive. Itll help lock in your patio and keep the edges from heavy. Without it, the side are exposed to rain, etc and will start to turn and become un-level. There is also a "jointing" sand that you can sprinkled on top of your stones and brush in with a broom to fill the cracks on the top. Then spray with a hose. The water will lock and harden the jointing sand and act as a "concrete" in a sense. This will help control weeds. But you're right, you'll still want to be dillagent and watch for weeds that sprout up. Just some ideas I thought of while watching that will help prolong your investment.😁👍

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

We did fill it in with sand, I just didn’t film that part. But I’ll have to look for the edging!

@noralaurel4735 3 года назад

Yes DIY projects! They seem so easy to do. Every time I start one mid way through I am ready to be done with it. A week later I am done lol and love it, and the cycle repeats it self. I start a new DIY! 😅 I am thinking of putting pavers as well! Lol! Thanks for the video! Looks great!

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

Omg that’s the same for me 🤣 a vicious cycle

@Classy_Lady23 4 года назад

I wish you really did show a little on how he leveled the sand

@lovinglifeasmegan 4 года назад

Sorry but it was too much to try to film

@BiancaMH 3 года назад

I agree, she could have just filmed like 2-3 minutes of it so we could at least see

@cathy7672 3 года назад

Same here, a 3 secs timelapse would have sufficed 😅

@mariagreen1354 4 года назад

I wish I could get my lazy husband to do this. This is the last recycle.

@lovinglifeasmegan 4 года назад

😂😂😂😂

@marieallen6062 3 года назад

IKR!

@johnmuvira745 3 года назад

I get you. My husband is not a handy man, i do all the reno work...this spring i asked him to help me work on the patio, he never seemed to have time or the mood for it...summer came and i ended up doing the whole work by myself and once it was done and well decorated he is enjoying the patio...i guess we have to give up the idea that men should be handy but definetely i appreciate teamwork. Love this couple.

@stephenpowstinger733 3 года назад

It sounds like she expects husband to do it all. Maybe she said "join in". My girlfriend expects me to do all the hard work I'm finding out.

@jennifergorman7723 3 года назад

The garden fabric is a great way to block most weeds. When I did my patio we dug down quite a bit deeper then put the fabric down ,. Then added a small traffic bond stone and tampered it down to pack it tight. In Ontario the ground freezes in winter make patio stones heave. Best to let it settle for a few days then add patio stone doing the fine levelling as you go. I then fill the cracks in a polymeric sand between tiles to further block out weed growth 😉

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

Sounds like you did a great job!

@atomiclisa 3 года назад

How refreshing to have a YT'er tell it like it is. Thank you for being honest about this project. I'm subscribing!

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

Thank you for appreciating the honesty 💜

@thelifeofcourtney4500 4 года назад

You should just laminate the prints!! Then water won’t mess them up!!

@lovinglifeasmegan 4 года назад

That’s a great idea! If I had a laminator 😂

@Gendisney72 4 года назад

You could add an awning over that area.

@Gendisney72 4 года назад

You can also add a gazebo over the bar area.

@crystalfrederick9281 4 года назад

The life of Courtney Great idea. Smart woman 😊

@rachellebiswell7086 4 года назад

@@lovinglifeasmegan if you look up do it on a dime on a RU-vid she has a video called "DIY LAMINATOR TIPS | How to laminate at home" she gives you different ways to laminate without a laminator.

@daniagarcia7100 3 года назад

A “ton of work”? Kinda feeling bad for people that do this for a living. Respect for construction workers and handypeople.

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

I definitely feel bad for people who do it for a living! Although I’m sure they are much more efficient than we were lol

@norawilson5326 3 года назад

Well… They don't do it for free they charge lots of money!!

@serenelibra61 Год назад

People who do this for a living CHOOSE to do this for a living and love the work they do. Plus, they get paid really good money to make art! No need to feel sorry for them, lol. I just wish I had their energy and skill to do some of the intricate jobs they do. Pure talent!

@ronilda2231 8 месяцев назад

They know what to do and they use more machines and tools . Also the care is not the same

@lizarosario2829 2 месяца назад

Exactly…give to me the tools and material and I’ll miserable😂, people that work and live from this MY GOD ARE GENIUOS!!!!!

@justelleleigh 2 года назад

Thanks for your honesty about the time frame

@lovinglifeasmegan 2 года назад

This project took soooooooo long, way longer than I initially anticipated 😅

@andriaproctor3769 3 года назад

I’m binge watching your DIY videos. I LOVE them. I like that you’re doing it on a budget. Also, you have a calming voice! Lol

@user-qu5nt1mn1p 3 года назад

I’m confused isn’t this video about saving money on home renovations but then you spend like 1300 on a mini fridge 😂😳🤯🤯🤯 great video otherwise and love the creativity

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

This video is “on a budget” and that budget is what we felt comfortable with. Just like you have a budget that you feel comfortable with. I like to save money where I can, like price matching, buying discounted items and doing work myself to eliminate labor costs, so that I can put that money towards other things that are wanted/needed. If you don’t want an outdoor mini fridge then don’t buy one for yourself. But it is not your place to judge other people who do make room for it in their budgets.

@christhomas4965 2 года назад

This came out amazing! As a new home owner it's a little nerve wrecking to start something not knowing if you are going to do it right. So thank you for the amazing videos!

@lovinglifeasmegan 2 года назад

We’re constantly throwing spaghetti at the wall over here 😂

@reneeelias7168 3 года назад

Oh to be young and ambitious. I got exhausted just watching all the work you guys did.

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

Lol we get exhausted doing it 😂

@teacherallyb 11 месяцев назад

I love that you shared the mistake. I feel so inspired after watching your video!!!!

@lovinglifeasmegan 11 месяцев назад

❤️❤️❤️

@OliviaFlorence 4 года назад

I’m obsessed with the bar and bench idea!

@lovinglifeasmegan 4 года назад

We love them!

@annedykstra4393 3 года назад

Hi, Being a seasoned DIYer, I know and have done some of those same mistakes. Here’s a saying I like... “Mistakes are proof that your trying” Regarding the cement block/pavers...Have you considered power washing them? I have poured concrete paths (which were put in by the previous owner) and I can power wash the paths using the round brush attachment. This attachment is an incredible time saver for the price! You might consider renting one or borrowing one. Additionally, if the cleaning of the older blocks doesn’t come out the way you’d like then, you might want to mix up the old and new blocks as people have suggested above or you could use a roller with a long nap (it looks thicker and kind of fluffy) and lay down a coat or two of stain. I’ve actually done something similar in another house I lived in and actually created an almost marbled effect. I used three colors of brown (one dark brown, one medium and one medium light) oh I forgot I also used (for some interesting effects) a little bit of white exterior paint which we had already. This was a project in itself, but sooo worth the effort. I then sealed it with three coats of concrete sealer-because it turned out like marble I didn’t want it to fade away or get destroyed. This idea might seem excessive or just going too far but, we have five kids. I didn’t want my patio surface to be so dark or light that would show the dried up dirt and debris ALL THE TIME, so I created something unique, interesting attractive as well as hide the debris. You might also like having a large heavy duty outdoor rug (I get mine at Lowe’s/Home Depot) at the bottom of the steps too. What an ego boost it was when we sold the house that patio was a selling feature especially after I trimmed it with bricks. You’ve done a great job, hope you find my comments helpful.

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

We actually plan to stain/paint the blocks this year 😊 it just wasn’t in the budget last year

@northamerican2490 3 года назад

So cute. Great work. Bet those 2 different patio stones would look awesome if arranged in a pattern such as a border around or random speckled look.

@lovinglifeasmegan 2 года назад

I painted them the summer after this. Sometimes you just need to do things in baby steps

@rgvtexas8391 3 года назад

Right, as long as there is dust and dirt blowing around there will always be seeds growing on top of the blocks. I have cacti growing in the gutter cracks

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

Cacti?? You could dig those up and repost them to use as decor lol

@glendagonzalez2469 4 года назад

It's beautiful. I love the DIY benches and bar. How creative! I may do that in my yard.

@lovinglifeasmegan 4 года назад

They were totally worth it!

@tb123. 3 года назад

You can always find metal cut tropical flowers to attach to siding instead of prints in frames & paint them with outdoor paint so u get color.

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

Maybe next year 🤗

@allinsonchong5557 3 года назад

It looks great!!! And I totally get what you mean. It always takes way longer than what you expect, but the results are totally worth it and I think even more so because you know you did it yourself! Thanks for sharing!

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

This one took soooooo much longer than I thought lol! I thought we could do it in a weekend and it ended up taking 3 weeks 😂

@jrepubyoutube2532 2 года назад

Nice to see a young couple working together to improve their home and quality of life, Cheers to you!

@lovinglifeasmegan 2 года назад

🤗🤗🤗

@dwynn57 3 года назад

ya'll did a fantastic job! I have an area by our garage, that we used to have for our dogs that we have decided to convert into a "patio" space. it is super shaded and the concrete is kinda uneven, but I am not to worried about that! I have a fire pit and a seating arrangement out there right now. I am thinking of putting a vertical garden there...just not sure! thanks for the inspiration! xoxo

@marisol3569 3 года назад

This patio looks lovely. Your hard work paid off. I loved how your hubby was so instrumental in creating your vision. Great job guys 👍🏼👍🏼

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

Thank you!

@WinWin26306 4 года назад

I love the benches and table idea, so smart!

@lovinglifeasmegan 4 года назад

Thank you!

@mirianmartins6120 3 года назад

Your project came out beautiful, and I loved to see you and your hub working together.

@lovinglifeasmegan 3 года назад

Thank you so much 💜💜

@timothyoyster8386 3 года назад

Others might agree, but yes, you should definitely use geotextile fabric, not only stops weeds but helps with locking in and keeping sand level. If you do it, do that step, it'll help it last longer. Make sure you pitch your patio away from the house for water runoff. Otherwise awesome video, I always love seeing what people come up with.

@mjjohnson5840 3 года назад

Also with the prints because they're outside they'll fade overtime from the sun. If you want to have the prints outside you need to have a UV protective glass or plexi to keep that from happening (because they'll look pretty bad pretty quickly).