I gave my ugly patio a budget but beautiful makeover – I nabbed loads of cheap buys from Facebook Marketplace
A WOMAN has revealed that she gave her ugly patio a mega makeover on a budget.
So if your patio is making your garden look a bit grim, you’ll need to listen up and take notes immediately.
Jess Maple, from the US, revealed that she kept the costs low by buying cheap bits from Facebook Marketplace and doing the project herself.
Posting on TikTok under the username @jessmapes, the DIY whizz shared her clip with the caption ‘Cheaptok Patio.’
She said: “Let’s give my ugly patio a small makeover.”
Jess got to work on transforming her patio, which looked tired and unloved.
She confirmed that her patio overhaul cost her under $500 [£400] in total.
First of all, she said that she spent $60 [£48] on patio paint.
Once painted, she admired her new patio and added: “So clean and fresh.”
She also spent $60 [£48] on mulch, got a barbecue for $100 [£80] and two chairs for $20 [£16].
She also nabbed a patio set for $50 [£80], a rug for $35 [£28], plants for $60 [£48] and pavers for $40 [£32].
Jess later explained: “Everything is from Walmart or Marketplace.
“It’s not yet finished but I’m happy with what I’ve done so far on such a low budget.
“Gotta love Marketplace finds.
“I love a good deal.
“Save that money.”
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Jess later noted: “I’m just trying to normalise not spending excess money. And that a cute lifestyle is attainable on even the smallest budget.”
What was once a neglected space was quickly transformed into a beautiful space, perfect for enjoying the summer sun.
Jess’ clip has clearly impressed many, as it has amassed 7,554 likes, 173 comments, 531 saves and 302 shares.
Social media users loved Jess’ garden makeover and were eager to reflect this in the comments.
One person said: “THANK YOU for being realistic and totally open about how much you paid. So many aren’t so I really appreciate this!!”
Another added: “It looks beautiful.”
A third commented: “Amazing!!!”
Someone else noted: “Great job.”
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