...With my new rug, that is...
My challenge is to spend no more than $50 to give my front porch a much needed makeover. My problem is that most outdoor rugs cost a lot more than $50. When I did a quick search online, even the DIY rug ideas were more costly than I wanted. I really wanted a rug, so how do I do that for $20 or less?
My answer came to me as I was perusing the dollar store!
SUPPLIES:
- Carpet squares: I found some heavy duty waterproof carpet squares for a dollar each. I think they are meant to go in dog kennels, so I figured they would work really well for an outdoor rug. NOTE: If you buy carpet squares, make sure the bottoms are made with a waterproof material so they don't grow mildew. (8 carpet squares: $8)
- Outdoor spray paint: The paint was on sale for 2/$5, and two of those cans were left over from a past project! Score! (2 cans of spray paint:$5)
- Waterproof carpet tape: $7 (Ace Hardware Brand)
The first thing I did was tape the carpet squares together. I found some inexpensive waterproof carpet tape at ACE Hardware down the street.
I measured out each stripe to be 6 inches wide. I whipped out
the only thing I had on hand to make straight lines: my trusty duct
tape and cardboard! (Painter's tape did not stick to the carpet.) Then I got to spray painting the heck out of those carpet squares! 
I am very pleased with how it turned out, and what's great is that I can add more carpet squares anytime to make it bigger. I am loving how much color it brings to my dusty porch! I can't wait to add the final touches to my $50 front porch makeover!
No comments:
Post a Comment