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With a *gorgeous* outdoor space like this, you’ll want to spend as much of your day outside as humanly possible.

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Promising review: "I am a fan of these rugs. The colors are vibrant, they don't fade, and they are easily cleaned. The white is ALWAYS white; it never turns yellow! I have had mine for at least ten years, and it is still in decent shape. I gave it to my friend and bought a new one. It is a little pricy, but well worth the investment. Mad Mats last for years! Buy with confidence!" —Artsie

Get it from Amazon for $67.99+ (available in six sizes and seven colors).

Promising review: "Living in Hawaii you have to select wise items that are weather-, salt-, and red dirt–proof, etc... In total I ordered 11 boxes to complete my yoga deck. I have a few left over to make steps on the back. Very pleased and happy. May order more for an outdoor shower project!" —Adelia

Get 10 sq. ft from Amazon for $77.48 (also available in three other sizes).

Check out this full ~stunning~ backyard makeover. (Seriously, the "before" images are gonna make your jaw DROP.) And check out more amazing before and afters on Sweeten.

Promising review: "These 4-inch clay pots are exactly what I needed! They’re the perfect size for my plants. Super simple, classic design, and they feel sturdy—not flimsy or cheap at all. They also have drainage holes, which is a big plus. Overall, just great little pots that get the job done and look nice doing it. Would definitely buy again!" —Ana

Get a four-pack of pots from Amazon for $18.10+ (available in 10 colors). 

Promising review: "The cats love to sleep on them, and they do keep the wetter pathways dry under your feet. They are lasting quite well, and although not cheap by any means, they are standing up to cats and people walking on them all day long. They are surviving both rain, sun, and wind. We will be purchasing more." —susan osako

Get an 4-foot path from Amazon for $44.49 (available in six sizes).

Reviewers note that you should remove the bulbs before stringing up the strands and then install the bulbs.

Promising review: "These lights were perfect for my patio. I've received plenty of compliments so far. The Edison light bulbs and beautiful and offer the perfect amount of lighting for any occasion...the clips were ideal for my eaves, the overhang of the roof, which made for simple installation...now just need to find a dimmer capable of handling the required wattage and the package will be complete." —Brody Vins

Get a strand from Amazon for $15.79+ (available in eight sizes and three styles).

Promising review: "Good quality. Easy to assemble. Parts are individually bagged and labeled. Holds two 32-gallon round barrels, which is what I wanted it for. Very compact, which was a factor for where I had to put it." —Joe in Brooklyn

Get it from Amazon for $258.88+ (available in eight styles).

Promising review: "My family has had a blast with these this summer. Easy to fill up to get the fun started! Just make sure to make all players agree to the yard pickup afterward, but it’s worth it!" —Momof3

Get 330+ balloons from Amazon for $23.19 (available in four pack options).

Several reviewers shared that this little pool kept their kids engaged for hours.

Promising review: "My kids love this. It is soo easy to plug the hose into and turn the water on, and the kids can have hours of fun. Once the kids are done playing, I disconnect the hose, let the water drain, and hang it over the porch." —Austin

Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in six styles).

But really though, why isn't every grill equipped with these from the factory?

Promising review: "This was a surprise for my husband. He loves them. The lights are nice and bright and make grilling those last few things that didn't get finished before dark hot. He's also used them early in the morning when he's setting the smoker up before dawn. He's happy and finding them very useful. He especially loves the magnet on bottom so he can hang them off of so many things while he's busy and he can use the flexibility to shine them where he needs them. Very awesome and easy to use." —Holly Gomez

Get two from Amazon for $21.99 (available in silver or black).

Promising review: "Couldn't be easier to use, really. I tested it with ice water and boiling water, and it seems to be pretty accurate. I've already cooked some steaks using it, and they came out perfect. Plan to use it a lot with my smoker and expect good results there too. I love that it has the magnets so I can stick it on the fridge, the grill, or the smoker, and it's always handy. And you really can't beat the price at under $10!" —FCC

Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in two colors).

Promising review: "One of the best items I have ever bought for the beach and backyard! Whether playing cornhole or lounging in a chair, your drink is always clean and cold. No more sandy or dirty cans or bottles. It even holds your drink with a koozy on it! Had many people stop and ask where we got them at the Outer Banks this past summer." —Iceman142

Get a set of six from Amazon for $42.95.

OK, so painting your concrete patio may not sound like the easiest upgrade, but if you're no stranger to painting and want a big impact, give it a try!

Promising review: "Excellent, easy to use and clean up. My outdoor patio is a little rough, and it took a full gallon to cover 200 square feet." —RLB

Get a gallon from Amazon for $47.97 (available in two colors).

Note that this includes just the umbrella, not the table!

Promising review: "I normally don’t like buying products like this sight unseen, but I’m very pleased with the look and especially with the solar lighting. We enjoyed a pleasant evening on the deck with just the right amount of ambient light tonight, and we are hopeful that it will prove to be durable." —Dee

Get it from Amazon for $69.99+ (available in 11 color combos).

Promising review: "This is the second privacy screen I've purchased from Amazon. I have an area in my garden visible from the street. The screen hides all my gardening stuff (i.e., wheelbarrow, buckets, etc.). It truly looks like the real deal!!!" —soooz

Get a 94-inch x 39-inch roll from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in two sizes).

Promising review: "The only problem I have with this chair is: I only have one of them and the whole family now fights over it! Seriously, it is THAT comfortable and relaxing. Pretty easy to put together, my husband got it all assembled in less than an hour and then proceeded to open up a beer and fall asleep in it next to the pool, HA! I like to take my laptop out with me and work on it as the movable umbrella shades my screen. Love love LOVE it!!" —Erin S

Get it from Amazon for $199.99+ (available in 12 colors).

Lots of reviewers actually bought this to use as a Christmas tree!

Promising review: "The palm tree was a perfect addition to our backyard patio! We like it very much. Everything about it works great." —James Poppe

Get it from Amazon for $63.65+ (available in six heights).

FYI, this includes a spreader bar for easy setup and can hold up to 450 lbs.

Promising review: "Bought two and they've been hanging outside in the sun and rain for a month. Very happy with them. Sturdy fabric which is comfy to lie on, nice and wide for two people, and they look handsome on the lawn. I tied the pillows to them so they don't fly away. Very good purchase for the cost." —Just Another Reader

Get it from Amazon for $59.89+ (available in six colors).

Promising review: "These roasting sticks will get the job done. They retract easily and will be perfect for light use (roasting marshmallows) with our firepit. Not extremely sturdy, but not flimsy either. The metal points are not sharp, which is a good thing if kids are handling them. I like the storage pouch it comes with too." —Sheri J. O

Get a set of five from Amazon for $7.95 (available in three color combos).

Promising reviews: "Husband loved it as a surprise. Kids were thrilled to have in the garden. It's excellent quality, stands easily, withstands various wind and rain, and happy to see that even the smaller size is large enough." —marybb

"This definitely makes my neighbors stop and take a closer look. I've received several texts letting me know I have a dinosaur in my yard. Truly a conversation starter. Plan to add to my own Jurassic Park with the other dinos in the collection. Sturdy and sets up easily!!" —Phyllis K.

Get them from Uncommon Goods for $90+ each (available in two sizes). Also check out some similar velociraptor garden sculptures.

Promising review: "Lovely colorful flower pots. Perfect size to hold a single flower and they add such a nice pop of color to my yard. Very easy to hang up, no hardware required! I’m getting a lot of compliments on them. I bought several sets and planted bright flowers in them. I have them lining the inside of my yard and on the front of the house. They add a lot a cheer and homeyness for a simple and cheap project." —Maegan

Get 10 from Amazon for $18.99 (available in two sizes and three color sets).

It's just ready and waiting for a vine you can train to climb it!

Promising review: "⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easy assembly, lightweight yet sturdy, used outside on a freshly made patio! Added ivy and solar lights along with solar fireflies! The stakes for these are super strong and easy to put into the ground. This setup with a turtle fountain, solar accent lighting, some plants, a chiminea, and the fencing for covering the garbage bins has the neighbors stopping by with envy!" —Dena

Get it from Wayfair for $46.99 (originally $80.99; available in two colors).

Sunrise Domes is a South Killingly, Connecticut-based biz that specializes in geodesic domes. Reviewers also use these structures from this Etsy shop as sculptures or even to contain their yard turkeys!

Promising review: "When the boxes came in, I admit, it looked a little intimidating! The instructions were color-coded along with the parts, which made assembly a breeze! My husband had it together in about two hours. All parts were there, and the construction is sturdy. It's perfect." —Ashely Miller

Get it from Sunrise Domes on Etsy for $1,650.

Promising review: "My pool is awesome when it gets into the hundreds of degrees here in California. We decided to grab a 20x20x20 triangle, and holy cow, does it do a number on the backyard! Not only does it keep my pool better-shaded, but it also keeps the sun off of my back patio during the hottest part of the day." —The Tiki Lab

Get a 12-by-12-by-12 triangle from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in 13 sizes and five colors).

But what do you do with them? Well, you can use them to play huge versions of your favorite dice games or invent your own! Plus, they come with dry-erase game boards to keep all participants honest. ;)

Promising review: "Fun new twist on the lovable table game of Yahtzee. Gets you up and outside to have fun with family and friends. Well-built and made to last. Kids love to try to roll all six dice at the same time. Hours of fun with friends and family. I would recommend it for other to buy. Great summer game. Carrying case is nice to keep everything together and useful to pack in the car to take on the road."  —Brad Zalewski

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