Comments on: Spring Fever : Ideas for the Backyard https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2017/03/spring-fever-ideas-for-the-backyard.html Fri, 02 Jan 2026 15:51:23 +0000 hourly 1 By: Wendell Concrete https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2017/03/spring-fever-ideas-for-the-backyard.html#comment-875803 Fri, 02 Jan 2026 15:51:23 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=12775#comment-875803 The post is a great reminder that small, intentional changes can completely change how you use your outdoor space. It encourages readers to start with one structural project and build the rest of the “oasis” around it. Learn more here at http://www.wendellconcretecontractor.com/

]]> By: Clearwater Concrete https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2017/03/spring-fever-ideas-for-the-backyard.html#comment-873854 Mon, 09 Jun 2025 13:32:48 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=12775#comment-873854 Thanks so much for the great ideas! Your backyard plans really inspire us. We work with concrete patio Clearwater projects and love seeing creative ways to make outdoor spaces fun and useful. Your step-by-step thinking helps a lot—definitely not competing, just learning from you!

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]]> By: Lawrenceville Concrete https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2017/03/spring-fever-ideas-for-the-backyard.html#comment-868070 Wed, 24 Jul 2024 18:03:00 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=12775#comment-868070 The Deuce Cities Henhouse blog post shares creative ideas for enhancing your backyard, including gardening tips, DIY projects, and outdoor decor inspirations to get ready for spring. Stamped Concrete Lawrenceville

]]> By: Augusta Concrete https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2017/03/spring-fever-ideas-for-the-backyard.html#comment-867942 Thu, 11 Jul 2024 15:22:12 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=12775#comment-867942 An article likely offers creative inspirations and practical tips for revitalizing your outdoor space, from garden renovations and patio upgrades to seasonal decor and functional additions that embrace the beauty of springtime. Check out Concrete Patio Augusta for your backyard.

]]> By: Havard https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2017/03/spring-fever-ideas-for-the-backyard.html#comment-785768 Sat, 15 Jul 2017 07:05:58 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=12775#comment-785768 Looks nice :)
What are the dimensions you use for the horizontal wood on the fence? I would like to have something similar at my house

]]> By: Oksana | FOXYOXIE.com https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2017/03/spring-fever-ideas-for-the-backyard.html#comment-777623 Mon, 13 Mar 2017 19:24:12 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=12775#comment-777623 In reply to Scoops.

Oh yes! Thank you so much! I remember trying Sketchup a while ago, but then I forgot all about it… Super excited to rediscover it, though – if it means I can make perfect 3D mockups like yours, I’m all in!

]]> By: Scoops https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2017/03/spring-fever-ideas-for-the-backyard.html#comment-777622 Mon, 13 Mar 2017 19:04:27 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=12775#comment-777622 In reply to Oksana | FOXYOXIE.com.

Hey! I use sketchup, you can download it for free here. You’ll have to watch some youtube videos to figure out the ins and outs, but once you start getting the hang of it, you can basically create anything your heart desires. I could play with it for days.

]]> By: Scoops https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2017/03/spring-fever-ideas-for-the-backyard.html#comment-777621 Mon, 13 Mar 2017 19:02:24 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=12775#comment-777621 In reply to Lisa – Neighbor.

Hey Lisa! Thanks for saying “Hi”! I think we might be neighbors living in the same city once again! Our house is in Kingfield, right outside of uptown.

]]> By: Alyssa https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2017/03/spring-fever-ideas-for-the-backyard.html#comment-777620 Mon, 13 Mar 2017 18:51:54 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=12775#comment-777620 In reply to Scoops.

There are two sides (the snap-in holes) that will need to be hidden or cut off to look polished. You can see what I mean on the website.
I positioned one edge along our fence and was able to hide the unfinished sides with mulch. It’s not noticeable at all. The “snap” part is lower than the decking so it was easy to hide. You could also cut off the plastic snap edges, but that seems like a PIA. You could easily hide the edge with mulch from your bordering garden beds, too. I’m curious how the cost compares to a floating wood deck.

]]> By: Scoops https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2017/03/spring-fever-ideas-for-the-backyard.html#comment-777619 Mon, 13 Mar 2017 18:32:53 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=12775#comment-777619 In reply to Alyssa.

I’m def considering it! I’ll have to start filling in a budget and begin to see if this is something that is really possible. I have thought of using wood tile for this job, I’m doing a bit of research right now. There are a lot of options out there, but I think that it could be a very good way to go! Do you know if the Ikea tile has a way to finish the edge?

]]> By: Scoops https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2017/03/spring-fever-ideas-for-the-backyard.html#comment-777618 Mon, 13 Mar 2017 18:28:19 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=12775#comment-777618 In reply to Erin Frost.

Hi Erin! Thanks for your comment. Good suggestions on the basketball and garden area, but we have a basketball hoop on the alley side and my two veggie gardens are enough for me as it is. We are still considering all of our options, but I do think that a patio would function well in this space. Our yard isn’t that large, and the patio wouldn’t be that far away from our house. You would have to walk across the lawn, but I don’t think that would be a deal breaker. As it is, we don’t have a good space to entertain friends in our backyard. We can pull out lawn chairs and sit around the fire pit, or we can all crowd in around the outdoor table, but neither of those usually feel very glamorous. Having an outdoor living room would be nice for us. That being said, I’m still floating the idea around in my brain, it usually needs to sit awhile before I really decide to pull the trigger on something. Thanks :)

]]> By: Oksana | FOXYOXIE.com https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2017/03/spring-fever-ideas-for-the-backyard.html#comment-777588 Mon, 13 Mar 2017 12:55:27 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=12775#comment-777588 Ah I am in the same boat – except we bought our abandoned 1930 bungalow 2 years ago and have YET to address the outdoors. I’m talking no patio, no deck, no curb appeal – just loads of mud, ha! I have to ask (and I hope you’ll share): what program did you use to sketch out the patio design? I’ve been on the hunt for one that will allow me to do everything I have in mind, and after nearly a year of searching, I have yet to find it. So hard to communicate my ideas to the builders (or even to the husband!) without a proper sketch… Cannot wait to see this space come to life and be inspired to finally tackle our own outdoor living situation.

]]> By: Lisa - Neighbor https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2017/03/spring-fever-ideas-for-the-backyard.html#comment-777558 Mon, 13 Mar 2017 02:36:21 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=12775#comment-777558 Alison- I love your website! you have so many fun and creative ideas! I love your old house and all the fun updates you have made. ~ Your old long lost neighbor

]]> By: Erin Frost https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2017/03/spring-fever-ideas-for-the-backyard.html#comment-777239 Fri, 10 Mar 2017 20:53:23 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=12775#comment-777239 I am curious, would this area really function well for you as a patio? Would you walk all the way out there with food and drinks to hang out more than once or twice in the summer? It looks like it might be good sun, wouldn’t you want to expand your veggie garden? I do garden design for a living. Often people will put in spaces without really thinking about how they will function for the family over the next 5 years. Won’t your kids swing back and use the space for basketball or street hockey as they age a bit. I am certain you have already put a lot of thought into this outdoor project so no criticism meant, I was just wondering.

]]> By: Alyssa https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2017/03/spring-fever-ideas-for-the-backyard.html#comment-777238 Fri, 10 Mar 2017 20:47:19 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=12775#comment-777238 Do it! You know the hubby will come around….
We are on the same wave-length. I’m starting to think about fancifying our patio by the garage too! Is that IKEA outdoor furniture? I’ve also had my eye on those pieces. Last summer, I made a 7×7 foot “deck” in a dead-spot in our sideyard with the IKEA runnen decking. It turned out great and made the space polished and functional. It’s relatively inexpensive. I wonder how much it would cost to put that over your concrete pad, like right now and not have to wait (I bet you hate waiting like I do!). The only downside is you do want to store it over the winter, but it’s really quick to install and take down.

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