5 Backyard Hardscaping Ideas

Enhance your backyard this summer with hardscaping elements that define spaces, add interest and bring everything together flawlessly. Consider these five backyard hardscaping ideas that can be used in combination or independently to create an entertainer’s dream or a relaxation retreat: 

1. Build a Patio 

Create a dedicated area for dining or reclining in your backyard with a DIY patio. Depending on the look you want to achieve, choose from modern diamond pattern concrete patio slabs, hexagon pavers, or random patio slabs that mimic freshly laid bricks for minimal effort. 

2. Make Connections

Connect areas of your backyard with structured pathways or garden stepping stones. A trendy way to incorporate a modern path is to evenly space out pavers at a comfortable distance and define the borders with granite stones or grass. If you have an elevated yard, we recommend adding a couple of Triple M pewter steps for a seamless transition. 

3. Add Depth & Dimension

Add some height to your backyard with retaining walls and garden walls. Quickly build up straight or curved planter boxes, tree surrounds, and flower beds with easy-to-install Browns concrete products available in multiple colourways and styles.  

4. Build a Firepit

If you ask us, every home should have a fire pit for those chilly Sault Ste. Marie evenings. While portable fire pits are certainly an option, you can easily build your own with an all-in-one Belvedere fire pit kit. For a budget-friendly option, lay four pieces of Triple H campfire stone and seven Bar-B-Q blocks to form a circle pit.

5. Add Shade & Privacy

Pergolas and gazebos are great ways to add shade and privacy to your backyard. Depending on your desired style and budget, these structures can be simple or intricate. Wooden privacy fences can also serve as decorative hardscaping elements while screening undesirable views to create a more secluded space.

Visit your local Lyons & Island TIMBER MART to find all the high-quality hardscaping products and materials you need to add these hardscaping ideas to your backyard. Our team of building experts are here to assist with professional advice and product recommendations to bring your outdoor project to life.