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| This DIY Basic, brought to by Greased Lightning, will provide tips on creating a backyard dining room. |
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- A plain backyard can easily become "entertainment central" for family and friends.
- A sheltered, level spot near the house is a good choice for the focal point of the new gathering spot.
- Simple steppingstones (figure A)placed as far apart as a normal stride make a welcoming pathway.
- A flea market table can be perfect for outdoor meals and it doesn’t need to cost a fortune. Give it a quick cleaning, a coat of primer and exterior paint.
- A buffet for serving dishes, drinks, and extra utensils (figure B) can be made out of rustic logs with a 12-inch board on top. A contrasting color of paint adds pizzazz. Screw in the legs and you’re done.
- There’s plenty of room underneath for ice chests and coolers (figure C).
- A handy cleaning kit for spills and tidying up will save many trips back to the house.
- Add lightweight indoor/outdoor dining chairs and exterior rope lights to brighten the space at night (figure D)and you’ll be ready for a season of great outdoor parties.
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- Pace off pathway to find spots for steppingstones. They should be far enough apart for normal stride. Mark positions with sand or water-based paint. Dig and level a hole for each stone 1/2-inch larger in diameter and as deep as the thickness of the stone. Spread a thin layer of sand on the bottom, about 1/3 inch. Lay stone, tromping on it to make it stable.
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