Backyard renovation with new fence and deck

[diy_hausdesigns]

 

The project was to redesign a modern backyard maximising the open space and creating a space for entertaining. 

 

Steps

Step 1

Fence replacement & Hedge planting 

We removed the old pavers (dirt section), cleaned the whole are and had the old timber fence replaced with a new fence.

We also planted some Silver Sheen hedging plants and the Magnolia Teddy Bear tree early on.

Step 2

Fibre cement & Weatherboard panels

We then added some structural timber to the fence to be able to fix some fibre cement sheets and weather board sheets.

Step 3

Fence rendering and painting 

We then applied some textured render paint to give the flat sheets some texture and painted the bottom section in ironbark to avoid dirt showing.

Step 4

Turf laying 

We then took out the old lawn and weeds and layed down some Sir Walter Buffalo turf. It took a while to settle in but eventually got there.

 

Step 5

Wall, window frame, gutter, fascia and eaves painting

We finally painted the red walls and the green window frames using a spray gun and spray cans.

Step 6

Deck construction 

We then built the deck.

 

[Akanksha]

Another terrific project under your belt, @diy_hausdesigns. Your backyard looks perfect for relaxing and entertaining your loved ones outdoors - congratulations! 

Many thanks for sharing the different stages of the reno. I'm sure this project will inspire many of our members. Those interested in knowing more details about how Rufaro constructed his backyard deck can check out his project here: Backyard deck using Ekodeck.

Congratulations once again and look forward to seeing what you tackle next. 

Akanksha

[diy_hausdesigns]

Thanks @Akanksha 

We are really happy with the outcome. Day and night some may say haha.

Warm regards 

[EricL]

Hello @diy_hausdesigns 

What a fantastic transformation! I totally agree it's uplifted the look of the area; It looks like it came out of a garden magazine! 

Thank you for sharing such a wonderful project.

Eric

[diy_hausdesigns]

Thanks @EricL 

Appreciate your kind words. We are so happy with it and it feels super calming 😄

[Jason]

Love your work Rufaro (@diy_hausdesigns). I'm sure your family and friends will have many happy times in your wonderful new backyard. Love the recent addition of the pergola, too. It's also bound to inspire plenty of community members. 

Thanks for sharing. We are looking forward to seeing what you tackle next.

Jason

[Beercules]

Hi @diy_hausdesigns 

Your backyard looks awesome! 

May I ask what thickness of Fibre Cement sheets did you use?

[diy_hausdesigns]

Hi @Beercules 

Thanks for the kind words. We absolutely love it. I used 4.5mm FC boards for the fencing. Hope that helps.

Warm regards 

[EricL]

Hello @Beercules 

Are you planning on building something similar in your backyard? If you are, please make sure to post an update, I'm sure our members will be keen to see the start of your backyard revamp.

If you have any other questions we can help with, please let us know.

Eric