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23 Fantastic Concrete Projects For Your Backyard

by on Mar 28, 2017

Photo: Lana Red Studio

Concrete is one of those materials that seems intimidating, but once you get the hang of it, it can be an amazingly versatile material for all aspects of your home. And since I’m desperate for spring to arrive up here in Boston, I’m sharing 23 concrete projects perfect for your backyard.   

 

23 Fantastic Concrete Projects For Your Backyard

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1. Give an old end table some industrial charm with this simple tutorial. [Photo: Storefront Life]

 

23 Fantastic Concrete Projects For Your Backyard

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2. Who says stepping stones have to be boring? Find out how to recreate these for your own yard here. [Photo: Dream A Little Bigger]

 

23 Fantastic Concrete Projects For Your Backyard

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3. Hold up a patio umbrella in style with this concrete umbrella stand tutorial. [Photo: Delia Creates]

 

23 Fantastic Concrete Projects For Your Backyard

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4. Create super unique planters using thrift store containers! Get the how-to here. [Photo: The Kim Six Fix]

 

23 Fantastic Concrete Projects For Your Backyard

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5. Dress up your landscaping with one of these garden orbs… get the tutorial here. [Photo: Vrai Magazine]

 

23 Fantastic Concrete Projects For Your Backyard

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6. Give your succulents a special place to live with these fun off-center concrete planters. Get the how-to here. [Photo: Burkatron]

 

23 Fantastic Concrete Projects For Your Backyard

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7. Make a fun koi fish-adorned stool for your patio using this tutorial. [Photo: Home Tree Atlas]

 

23 Fantastic Concrete Projects For Your Backyard

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8. Make a super cool oversized bowl planter using these simple instructions. [Photo: A Daily Something]

 

23 Fantastic Concrete Projects For Your Backyard

Photo: Johanna Rundel

9. These candlesticks will add some pizzazz to any patio table. Get the tute here. [Photo: Johanna Rundel]

 

23 Fantastic Concrete Projects For Your Backyard

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10. You’ll never guess what was used as a mold for this organically shaped cement tea light holder… find out  here. [Photo: Adorablest]

 

23 Fantastic Concrete Projects For Your Backyard

Photo: Lana Red Studio

11. This geometric planter is sure to be a conversation starter at your next barbecue. Get the how-to here. [Photo: Lana Red Studio]

 

23 Fantastic Concrete Projects For Your Backyard

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12. Hold wine, herbs and other goodies in this clever cement centerpiece. Get the how-to  here. [Photo: Boxwood Avenue]

 

23 Fantastic Concrete Projects For Your Backyard

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13. Rock some color blocked cement planters on your back porch… get the tutorial here. [Photo: Jest Cafe]

 

23 Fantastic Concrete Projects For Your Backyard

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14. This gold-topped stool would be perfect for the backyard, as either an end table or extra seating. Find out all the details  here. [Photo: The Paper Mama]

 

23 Fantastic Concrete Projects For Your Backyard

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15. Part table, part umbrella base, this cement and wood creation is genius! Get the instructions here. [Photo: Houseful of Handmade]

 

23 Fantastic Concrete Projects For Your Backyard

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16. Personalize your space with some concrete letters… check out the directions here. [Photo: Hello Glow]

 

23 Fantastic Concrete Projects For Your Backyard

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17. Here’s another clever stepping stone idea…head over here to learn how to recreate these yourself. [Photo: DIY and Craft Ideas]

 

23 Fantastic Concrete Projects For Your Backyard

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18. Keep your beverages cool with this genius cement cooler trough with a drainage spout. Check out the tutorial  here. [Photo: HomeMade Modern]

 

23 Fantastic Concrete Projects For Your Backyard

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19. Make a large planter with beveled details using   this tutorial. [Photo:  This Old House]

 

23 Fantastic Concrete Projects For Your Backyard

Photo: Lowes

20. Give your cement planters a pop of color in  this fun project. [Photo: Lowes] 

 

23 Fantastic Concrete Projects For Your Backyard

Photo:  BHG

21. A birdbath is another great way to use concrete in your backyard. Get the how-to for this one  here. [Photo:  BHG]

 

23 Fantastic Concrete Projects For Your Backyard

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22. Here’s another clever way to make large planter boxes… without having to mix any cement! Learn more here. [Photo: Dream Garden 101]

 

23 Fantastic Concrete Projects For Your Backyard

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23. Make sure you keep your wine cool on those hot afternoons with this awesome concrete cooler bucket. Get the tutorial  here. [Photo: Dwelling In Happiness]

 

23 Fantastic Concrete Projects For Your Backyard

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