Looking for outdoor makeover ideas that don't require a full renovation? Style Director Louise Hilsz transformed a tired concrete outdoor dining set into a colourful entertaining space with fresh Resene paint, vibrant outdoor chairs and a few clever styling updates. This simple DIY outdoor furniture makeover proves that bold colour can completely change the look and feel of your backyard.
How I Gave a Boring Outdoor Table a New Life
The Best Outdoor Chairs for Adding Colour
The first step I wanted to get rid of was the grey chairs that the table came with. After searching online for something colourful and comparing quality and price, I went into Hurdleys Office Furniture. They have an extensive range of outdoor chairs in fun colours, it was hard to pick. I was most impressed that the material used is UV colour-resistant, which helps prevent fading when exposed to the sun. I decided on two different models with multiple colours.
Siesta Snowchair, $161 each and Siesta Maya chair, $155 each.
Choosing the Right Paint for Concrete Furniture
Secondly I wanted to paint the table. I took one of the chairs into a Resene ColorShop to colour match. The staff were so helpful in finding the perfect match, we chose Resene Anakiwa, a challenging sporty pale blue. They advised me to use a concrete primer which I applied two coats before the two coats of Anakiwa.
Siesta Maya chair, $155. Resene Concrete Primer and Resene Anakiwa paint in semi-gloss from Resene ColorShops.
Why colour works outdoors: Adding colourful furniture is one of the quickest ways to modernise an outdoor space. Pair weather-resistant seating with painted concrete, potted plants and outdoor cushions to create a backyard that's ideal for entertaining throughout summer.
New outdoor chars from Bed Bath & Beyond brightening up the sunny seating corner.
Watch Louise Hilsz, step by step guide to breathing new life into her outdoor living space.
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