Backyard patio ideas on a budget {our patio makeover}

Backyard Patio Furniture Ideas

This wicker set is a set that my mom bought from my brother a few years ago when he purchased a larger set for his patio.

I get so many questions about where to buy outdoor wicker furniture on a budget so I rounded up some of my favorites.

This is a similar wicker set (does not have the metal arms) that will allow you to “get the look” and has great reviews from Wayfair.

These floor plants (behind the chairs) are faux from Homegoods and they are the best! I love that they look real and don’t require watering!  I have had this faux plant for 3 years and as long as your patio has a covered area, it will hold up fine. 

Greenery (especially floor plants) can really transform your patio and add a lush tropical feel. 

Related: See the before pictures of our backyard prior to excavation 

Setting up multiple seating areas with lounge chairs, adirondack chairs or a small bistro set is a create way to fill a backyard patio on a budget. 

You can find these wicker lounge chairs on sale from Wayfair . I have had these wicker lounge chairs for years and we do cover them at night to protect them from the rain and weather.

If you are looking for single outdoor wicker loungers, try these! They have an arm but are very similar and have fantastic reviews on Wayfair.

Flower beds or a garden with a bench are also a nice addition to any patio. They provide year round greenery , a backdrop when decorating your patio and a cute place to sit. 

I find that using indoor / outdoor area rugs to define seating areas an easy affordable way to decorate a patio. Here are some of my favorite indoor/outdoor rugs that will go with any patio furniture. I like this brown/gray rug in 6×9 (good size for a small sofa and 2 chairs) . I love this brown braided rug as well and it comes in a variety of colors and sizes. 

Backyard concrete patio ideas on a budget

A concrete patio is an affordable alternative solution to pavers which are typically more expensive. Although, stamped concrete can also be pricey from what I have read. Our previous house had a concrete patio around the pool and ended up putting a textured coating on top of the original cement which helped preserve the original concrete and give the pool patio a modern makeover. 

This is a picture of Jim’s old house and he had gorgeous concrete patio that wrapped around his cabana and pool area. 

I like how he defined certain areas with pavers and concrete. You can see the paver patio with a fire pit and the border of horizontal pavers between the concrete patio area. 

The concrete patio around the pool looks amazing and ties in nicely with the cabana area.  You can see more of Jim’s yard and split level house tour by reading this post, “Jim’s split level house that sold for 80K over asking price.”

Looking for more backyard patio ideas on a budget, check out our pool design featuring potted hydrangeas & entertaining at our pool.

Don’t miss our classy patriotic patio setup (click here) (I’m showing you easy ways to decorate with red, white and blue) with the furniture completely switched around and a very cool 4th of July beverage station! 

We updated our patio last summer and spread paver sand over the patio (after power washing) as the weeds were taking over so I am hoping this year, the weeds poking through will be minimal. 

Are you inspired to tackle your backyard patio, pool or deck and create your own resort style space?

The biggest expense is outdoor furniture and maybe a rug or two. Once those those are purchased, you will have them year after year so the fun little touches like, plants, greens and throw pillows are definitely more affordable each year. 

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