10 Ways to Upgrade Your Outdoor Spaces

Do your outdoor living areas need a new look? See how homeowners featured on Sweat Equity transformed their decks, patios and landscaping then try the stylish updates on your own outdoor spaces.

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Perk Up a Patio With Pavers

A great option for upgrading a typical poured-concrete patio, concrete pavers are moderately priced and come in a variety of sizes, shapes and colors. One advantage of using pavers is that they're easier and less expensive to repair than a concrete slab — if there's a paver that's stained or cracked, you can simply replace it or, depending on the pavers you have, just turn it over.

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Do your outdoor living areas need a new look? See how homeowners from DIY Network's Sweat Equity transformed their decks, patios and landscaping then try the stylish updates on your own outdoor spaces.Read Article