Written by Amanda Shaw
Your pool should feel like a private retreat – not just a backyard feature. With a few simple affordable DIY touches, you can create a space that is both stylish and inviting.
- Refresh with DIY Furniture Upgrades
No need to buy brand new, repaint or oil your existing outdoor chairs or lounges, then add fresh outdoor cushions. Stick with palm style for a coastal feel. - DIY Textiles for Comfort
Roll up Turkish towels in a basket, or drape one casually over a chair. Add a few soft textures to balance the hard surfaces around the pool. - Hanging Greenery & Outdoor Table Centre Pieces
Pot hardy greenery like a small white pot with hanging greenery for small tables and a larger pot with some eucalyptus.
It’s a simple DIY touch that adds lushness and is available in any homewares store or major retailer. - Create Shade & Atmosphere
If a pergola isn’t in the budget, a simple market umbrella does the trick. At night string solar fairy lights or use lantern jars with candles for a creamy glow. - Lifestyle Styling with the Alive Soap
Poolside BBQ Sink areas and outdoor showers deserve just as much attention.
A beautifully packaged Alive Body Soap Pack adds an instant luxury and comes in some soft colours which is perfect for a coastal summer.
DIY tips are shared here for inspiration only – STYLEIT QLD offers a full professional design service – Not DIY Styling.