Bye-Bye 'Burbs

After: Perfect for Entertaining
This patio was once a wasted space, now, it is built for entertaining. The beautiful pergola makes the house feel bigger by providing structure, privacy and a little shade. New outdoor furniture, plants and accessories make for a welcoming gathering spot.

Cost breakdown:

pergola $815
patio set $216
cabinets $465
bedding $299
paint and supplies $126
decorative accessories $78

Total: $1,999

Kitchen makeover products:

paint: J.C. Licht Benjamin Moore, wall - 1524 Nature’s Scenery, cabinet - HC-71 Hasbrouck Brown and HC-71 Branchport Brown
hardware: Knob Depot – satin-nickel bar pulls T-M429, T-M430 and T-M432
fabric for window treatments: Loomcraft Textiles

Bedroom makeover products:

paint: J.C. Licht Benjamin Moore, wall - 1074 Alpaca, ceiling - OC-17 White Dove,
furniture - 1238 Falcon Brown
picture frames: Wal-Mart - 11x14 TTD/ 007859211798 and 003855543495
tablecloth fabric: Wal-Mart - 7696781023
window treatments and canopy fabric: Loomcraft Textiles - large-scale beige/cream plaid
round table: Wal-Mart - 2364511920
pillow case: Marshalls - cream 018096044
bedding: Wal-Mart - vanilla flat sheet 002882830126, standard pillowcase 002882830118 and 7665776247, sheet set 7665776257
throw pillows: T.J. Maxx - 213904
rod for canopy: Menards - metal conduit
curtain rod for window: Wal-Mart - 4243729020
lamp base and shade: Wal-Mart - 070299281287 and 5027689317

Patio makeover products:

cedar posts: Menards
furniture: Sears - Laguna five-piece set 2071 87031
outdoor rug: Hobo
paint: The Home Depot - white exterior