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Garden & Patio

While we mostly talk about interior design here at Industry Standard Design, we still cover garden, porch and exterior decorating. Check out our selection of garden and patio decor ideas.

15 Alternatives to Outdoor Solar Lights to Illuminate Your Backyard

outdoor LED Lanterns

Transform your outdoor space without breaking the bank with these alternative ideas to solar lights. Outdoor lighting can make a …

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15 Outdoor Kitchen Alternatives to Make Alfresco Cooking Easy

Portable Grills

Transform your backyard into a culinary oasis without breaking the bank with these creative and budget-friendly outdoor kitchen alternatives! As …

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20 Outdoor Privacy Screen Alternatives to Escape the World

Bamboo Fence

Discover creative and budget-friendly alternatives for outdoor privacy screens that will transform your space. I’ve seen many homeowners looking for …

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20 Mulch Alternatives for a Thriving Garden

leaves landscaping

Discover budget-friendly alternatives to mulch and their pros and cons. Read on! I’m always on the lookout for creative and …

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26 Fence Ideas with a Lattice Top to Level Up Your Curb Appeal

Wooden fence with lattice top

Add a touch of style and privacy to your yard with these creative fence ideas featuring a charming lattice top. …

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20 Fresh Lawn Alternatives to Inspire Your Green Thumb

Clover lawn at home

Looking to give your lawn a break or want to try something new? These alternative ground covers will elevate your …

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15 Garden Hose Alternatives to Revamp Your Watering Routine

garden hose watering

Transform your garden watering routine with these budget-friendly and unique alternatives to traditional hoses — each with its advantages and …

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26 Modern Fence Ideas with a Gate to Secure Your Home in Style

Wooden Garden fence gate

Modern fence gate designs enhance your curb appeal. Find something to fit your style, from sleek metal designs to wood …

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25 Lively Fence Ideas with Plants

fence with plants

Create a unique and beautiful outdoor space with these modern fence ideas with plants. Read on! Fences with plants are …

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25 Indoorsy Covered Patio Ideas

covered patio idea

Here are creative and inspiring ideas for designing and decorating your outdoor covered patio. Read on! Creating a stylish and …

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25 Decorative Privacy Fence Ideas to Create Living Spaces Outdoor

privacy fence

These are trendy ideas for a privacy fence to decorate your outdoor space and provide a sense of security. The …

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10 Practical Patio Alternatives

patio alternatives

A patio is a great outdoor space in any dwelling, but what if you can’t have one? Here are the …

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17 Better Patio Umbrella Alternatives

patio umbrella alternatives

A shade on a patio is a much-needed addition, but a good old umbrella is not the best decorative choice. …

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11 Better Patio Door Alternatives

patio door alternatives

Traditional 2-panel sliding patio doors are practical, but they lack visual interest. Try these alternatives instead. The traditional sliding glass …

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11 Better Mailbox Post Alternatives (Forget Traditional Boxes)

old bicycle mailbox

A standard mailbox post is dull and can cost more than you expect. These are the alternatives for a better …

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10 Cheaper Hot Tub Alternatives

hot tub alternatives

A hot tub is both costly and space-hogging. Don’t worry if you don’t have any, these are the alternatives you …

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12 Driveway Options and Alternatives

driveway options

Improve curb appeal and increase your home’s value with these driveway options and alternatives. Your driveway is often taken for …

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9 Picnic Table Alternatives That Look Good

picnic table alternatives

Traditional picnic tables are large and heavy. The decor quality is also questionable. Here are some other options for designing …

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25 Driveway Gate Options and Alternatives

driveway gate chain

Driveway gates are great for security and increasing your home’s value. Here are gate options and alternatives you can use. …

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18 Traditional Fence Alternatives (Creative)

brushwood fence

A fence is a structure that provides security. But that’s not all; it should also be environmentally friendly and adds …

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15 Alternatives to Paving Slabs for Your Backyard and Garden Paving

alternatives to paving slabs

Use these 15 alternatives to paving slabs as your options (often cheaper) for your backyard, garden, or patio. Read on! …

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20 Patio Flooring Options and Alternatives

patio flooring options

These are the alternatives and options for patio flooring. If you’re looking for something beyond wood and concrete, read on! …

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20 Concrete Alternatives That May Save the Planet and Your Wallet

concrete alternatives

Use these concrete alternatives if you want to build using more environmentally friendly materials (and sometimes cheaper.) Read on!   …

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11 Alternatives to Cement That Make Better Concrete

making concrete

Here are the top alternatives to cement if you want to cut your carbon footprint and use sustainable materials in …

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16 Shed Foundation Ideas (Options and Alternatives)

concrete slab foundation

The following foundation types work best for sheds of all kinds. That is, if you need a shed foundation at …

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14 Carport Floor Ideas (Flooring Options)

carport

Use these carport floor ideas to choose the durable material that looks good to make your carport a feature than …

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Can You Put a Portable Fire Pit on a Wood Deck or Grass? [Solved]

fire pit stand

You can put a portable fire pit on a wood deck or grass but the crucial thing is to ensure …

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Do Smokeless Fire Pits Keep You Warm? [Solved]

fire pit heat

Yes, smokeless fire pits can keep you warmer than traditional fire pits. They operate at higher temperatures, so they give …

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Here’s What to Burn in a Fire Pit without Smoke

firewood

You should burn very dry firewood in a smokeless fire pit. That’s part of the process that makes it smokeless. …

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Why Is a Smokeless Fire Pit Smoking? [Solution]

fire pit smoking

A smokeless fire pit should produce minimal smoke (it should be barely evident.) It starts smoking if it’s not appropriately …

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What Are Smokeless Fire Pits and How Do They Work?

fire pit

Considering getting a smokeless fire pit for your backyard? But do they really work? How? Read on to find out! …

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15 Main Types of Outdoor Furniture by Material

outdoor furniture

Here are the main 15 types of outdoor furniture. In this guide, we are focusing on the materials over design …

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7 Cheaper Concrete Floor Alternatives for Your Patio or Garage

earthen floor

You may need concrete floor alternatives if you find it too expensive. Indeed, putting up a patio, a shed, a …

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10 Juicy Backyard BBQ Area Design Ideas You’ll Want to Try

backyard BBQ area

A good BBQ is all about creating the gathering experience. Which is why designing your outdoor space for it is …

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6 Beautiful Apartment Patio Ideas for the Smallest of Spaces

apartment patio ideas

It may be small but it can be oh so beautiful. These creative apartment patio ideas will inspire you to …

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Types of Portable Canopy and How to Use It

types of portable canopy

Looking for a portable canopy for your outdoor space or trip? Here are the popular types and how to use …

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16 Elegant Deck and Patio Lighting Ideas That You Can’t Skip

deck lighting ideas

These patio and deck lighting ideas will help you light up your outdoor space in style. Who doesn’t want to …

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15 Easy DIY Garden Path Ideas You Can Make Over the Weekend

Looking for a great outdoor project in your backyard or garden? How about a new beautiful garden path? These are some great ideas! #garden #gardenpath #DIY #outdoors

How do you get around your garden and backyard? You can tackle this in many ways, but a beautiful garden …

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40 Easy DIY Raised Garden Beds Even Beginners Can Build

Make the best raised garden bed the easy way. Great ideas! #gardening #raisedgardenbed #outdoors

Looking to build a raised garden bed? Here are 40 easy project ideas that will help you out. Raised garden …

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20 Best Garden Fence Ideas for a Fairy-Tale Landscape

Looking for garden fence ideas to revamp your green space and landscape? Here are 20 best creative garden fences to …

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76 Easy DIY Planters and Plant Pots for Indoors and Outdoors

Looking to prettify your outdoors or indoors with new DIY planters? Here are 76 easy project ideas that will inspire …

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20 Homemade Fairy House Ideas You’ll Love to Have in Your Garden

Want to make your garden or backyard pretty with fairy houses? Here are 20 of the most adorable homemade fairy …

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20 Creative Garden Sign Ideas to Personalize Your Yard

Flower basket #garden sign

Want to make your lovely garden even more interesting? Here are some fantastic garden sign ideas that will make your plants …

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20 Easy DIY Compost Bin Ideas for Your Garden

These are some great DIY compost bin ideas for the garden and backyard for anyone looking to start composting. Great list! #DIY #gardening

Are you composting for your garden? Maybe you’re just starting out and want to build yourself a decent DIY compost …

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40 Awesome DIY Fire Pit Ideas for Your Best BBQ

Get ready for the best BBQ season! Here are 40 DIY fire pits that you can easily build in the backyard. Great list! #DIY #backyard #garden

Looking to build a DIY fire pit in your backyard? Here are 40 options for you to consider, complete with …

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DIY Outdoor Furniture – 39 Easy Projects You Can Do Right Now

You can save on outdoor furniture with these DIY projects. It's a great way to build your own furniture for penny on the dollar! A great list of 40 easy tutorials! #furniture #DIY

Building great DIY furniture comes down to having the right plans, instructions, and tutorials. This list of 39 easy projects …

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20 Shabby Chic Outdoor Ideas to Inspire Your Spring Makeover

Looking to update your outdoor spaces come spring? Here are 20 brilliant shabby chic outdoor decor ideas to inspire your …

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30+ Fancy Wooden Fence Styles and Designs (with Pictures)

Good fences make good neighbors. A good neighbor will smile at your over your back fence but never climbs over …

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20 Easy DIY Trellis Projects to Really Prop Up Your Garden

It's time to build a new trellis for your garden. Check out this great list of 20 ideas! #DIY #garden

These DIY trellis ideas will help you revamp your garden in a jiff. Read on to learn how to build …

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10 Easy DIY Small Garden Ideas for Tiny Spaces on a Budget

DIY Small Gardens

Let’s make a DIY small garden in your backyard (even if it’s tiny). Here are 10 easy ideas that you …

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Wrought Iron Garden Arbor and Gate Combination

With a wrought iron garden arbor and gate combination you can make a wonderful statement while bringing some eye appeal …

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  • Sofa vs. Couch
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  • Where to Position the TV
  • How to Accessorize Your Home Like a Pro
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