Looks great. You painting the white over the blue on the window sills was so satisfying. Also your neighbor is going to come out on THEIR balcony and be like "Wow, we really need to step up our game." Hahahha
I have been wondering how to make my balcony look a bit nicer, and the artificial grass is genius! Think I will be stealing that idea! Thanks for sharing and great job guys
Love the faux grass idea but how do you clean the artificial grass after it rains? Doesn’t the water settle between the grass and ultimately lead to bacteria accumulation?
I hope that once the lockdown is over we make more time to enjoy our outdoor spaces like this, they do in other countries so why not here? I know our weather isn't wonderful but coming home from work and having a bit of time outside is so therapeutic, or coffee in the morning before work, I love doing that.
Balconies all over the world are grateful for all the care and decorations that we make on them now times. They've become an important part of our leisure time. Don't forget them once this is over. I've always used mine a lot. I live in Spain, in the Mediterranean part, so I can use more than half of the year.
Just a small tip - it may be better to put the solar panel for your balcony lights on the out side of the post it is currently sitting next to because firstly it will be hidden but also it won't be in shadow from the post itself. I think you could also hide the underside of the 'industrial glass roof' above your balcony with some all weather fabric draped nicely . maybe some shower curtains ina nice fabric - have a look at Kate Mckabes greenhouse make over she did hers with voiles- they were on the inside so you sould need something water proof - but it looked lovely.
Brilliant transformation!! I did the Fake Grass bit with my small yard which was mostly a very rough concrete path. It covered the concrete but left a small triangle of so called Garden. I picked up small rocks when I found them and made a rockery in the corner and got various "junk" furniture from second hand/charity shops. A cleaned up and painted green wooden bookcase for displaying small pots and other items. A small wooden indoor table and an "iffy" plastic chair painted the same green. A solar powered water feature and non-matching pots from the same junk shops to put some plants in and my yard was transformed. Lovely place now for a cuppa and even my little Mutt likes it. Again, brilliant and Well Done.
Beautifully done! We have a product in our Dollar Tree stores called Never Wet. You spray it on outdoor decor and furniture and it stays dry when it rains. If your pound land doesn't have it you can maybe find it on line. Y'all stay safe and enjoy your outdoor space. From the Southeast coast of Florida 🌴😎💙😎🌴
If you have container plants/tree you can put a full length acrylic mirror on the wall and it will make the balcony look twice the size as it reflects all the items.
Looks great! The white paint did an amazing job of making the space more welcoming. But some flowers are definitely needed, maybe some petunias or violas. Something low maintenance that still add a pop of color aside from green.
Fantastic transformation Luke and Zara. I think one of those lanterns with all the holes in would look nice hanging up. And also the lavender could do with some drainage holes in the base of the tin pot.
Luke Catleugh : That’s the first thing I thought too! All pots need drainage holes. Rosemary is a good choice and easy to look after! It all looks so much better than before.😎🌱🥂 I hope your next door neighbours are now inspired to do a tidy up so you don’t have to look at their stuff as it is?
I thought about that but when you don't have drainage holes you can just put some rocks at the bottom or broken pieces of clay pots ( lol I seem to have those ) just try keep roots drier just try not to overwater. 🌻
@@dloveofgod8269 Nope, the water still can't get out, if there is a down pour then the plants in that pot will be flooded with water. Stones allows for better drainage WHEN you have holes in the pot.
Thank you yes so true. Where I can't drill holes am careful not to overwater yet still add rocks. Since I'm bad at amt of water when I have no drainage holes I do try to usually have something in smaller pots I can pull out to water then put back in to pretty container. Over watering is usually the reason for ruining my plants that don't make it.
Look’s lovely Luke, yourself and Zara did a great job. The back wall where your ottoman’s are you could put a fake ivy trellis up. They do different greenery too. Maybe wrap lights through the trellis and or add a mirror. Just some idea’s. 💙😊
Try spraying the ottomans, rugs, and cushions with Scotchguard to make them water resistant! The camping kind is good. It's clear, so you may easily move them inside, and they will be protected from spills and spots there, too!
Ooh this looks great!!! Have you thought about putting a bamboo privacy screen up, along the bars? I think that would really match your aesthetic. Well done guys, I love!! ❤
Love your porch. Spray your ottomans with scotch guard. That could help repell dirt and water. Maybe keep a piece of clear plastic vinyl folded inside your ottoman so when the weather is bad you can cover it. Your plants, spray with hairspray to repell dirt. Just hit them occasionally with a duster and respray.
Good job upgrading your balcony! I would probably try to wash the walls, the pipes and the railings a bit, but that's just me. I am crazy. I hope you enjoy it!
Super cute! One little tip, you can spray the ottomans with scotchgard, it will protect them from water, it will just bead and roll off and not absorb into the fabric. 👍
The fake grass is a fab idea it really transforms it. I like what your neighbour has done with the bambo stuff. It’s great you now have a nice outdoor space that you will now enjoy
Lovely space for you. I personally like the industrial glass but you could drape a light fabric along the length to hide it if needed be, also a wooden plaque with the number on to cover the painted on wall one.
Ah, that's such a lovely space! Good shout on the grass, it brightened the whole space a lot :) When I saw the little bowl with the tiny plants I thought "This looks like something from Iwan" and then it turned out it is, haha
Love love love this make over! You've gone beyond with some really great ideas and I love them all! It take a really good eye to look at that "balcony" and end up looking that beautiful!👏👏👏
What a lovely space for you both to enjoy 😊 that’s genius using the fake Ikea plant In the hanging basket I will definitely be stealing this idea lol have a lovely week x
GREAT JOB😊 I also have a balcony where I live , and it's perfect to enjoy the out door without living your place, especially during these times of quarantine.
Always watch &like not a big commenter though 🌈but I though I should let you know about the wonders of self adhesive window film and how you can use it on glass ,Perspex or plastic you could use it to tidy up your roof panels that are clear make them look tidy for very little cost 🎉looking fab so far though,oh & using cable ties to get the grass attached to your metal floor would make it a bit safer as well so you don’t trip over any loose edges 🍀🍀
What a fantastic balcony you have made, well done both of you. You are a lovely couple and you must be so proud of your work, you have made my day. Congratulations on such a beautiful project and video. Bless you both. XX😘😘
you could screw a shower pole in front of the ottomans and place a see through plastic shower curtain from the top to the end of the railing to protect them, and have it tide to the side when its not raining or windy and wont have to move them inside everytime when it rains . it will also look nice and protect from the cold wind too.
This is the video I have most enjoyed of all the makeovers I have watched...you work together so well and have made a great job of your balcony. I'm going to be able to use some of your ideas. The seating that also has storage and the 'grass' are my favourites but I love it all. Enjoy your lovely space and thanks for the inspiration. I'm a new subscriber and am going to watch more of your videos to gather more ideas as I just love your style. Stay safe and look after each other,God bless from Northern Ireland.
❤️What a lovely space. Here are a couple of extra suggestions - try hooking the rosemary planter over the top rail of the fencing (on the outside) so that you have more floor space plus you get to see and smell the rosemary more easily. Also, these old drain pipes could be masked if you wound something around them like raffia or fake ivy.
This is very cute. I'm gonna do mine too and gradually get more and more plants. I think your balcony will continue to evolve. I don't have a roof on mine but I want one.
Good job, Paint a black square over your flat number and then once dried, get some stencils to re-pain the flat number in white, it will look awesome..
Finally an actual ‘small’ balcony I can relate to! Thanks!
Mine is half his!
Some of these "small" balconies are actually larger than some apartments here in Romania 😅😅😅
@@stefangodo3478 ei da 😂
I am so thankful for people like you...cuz I wouldn't have a damn clue how to do any of this.
Amazing transformation 😍 Just a tip about the rosemary, didn't see any drainage holes. Rosemary needs well drained soil and sunshine 🌿🌞
Absolutely, but not only rosemary...almost every living plant 😅
As Luke was planting I was thinking drainage 😂👍🥰
Looks great. You painting the white over the blue on the window sills was so satisfying. Also your neighbor is going to come out on THEIR balcony and be like "Wow, we really need to step up our game." Hahahha
really wanted to see how pretty it looks with the lights in the dark!
I have been wondering how to make my balcony look a bit nicer, and the artificial grass is genius! Think I will be stealing that idea! Thanks for sharing and great job guys
Ahh that’s so kind! Thank you!
Love the faux grass idea but how do you clean the artificial grass after it rains? Doesn’t the water settle between the grass and ultimately lead to bacteria accumulation?
@@manoshivora8236 As far as I know, you can get it in two qualities: waterproof ones and water-permeable ones. :)
Some of these "small" balconies on RUclips are actually larger than some apartments here in Romania 😅😅😅 this is actually a decent one :)
I hope that once the lockdown is over we make more time to enjoy our outdoor spaces like this, they do in other countries so why not here? I know our weather isn't wonderful but coming home from work and having a bit of time outside is so therapeutic, or coffee in the morning before work, I love doing that.
Job well done.
Balconies all over the world are grateful for all the care and decorations that we make on them now times. They've become an important part of our leisure time. Don't forget them once this is over.
I've always used mine a lot. I live in Spain, in the Mediterranean part, so I can use more than half of the year.
It does look amazing. Good job guys. Thanks for sharing.
Looks great! The 29-29 looks cool and industrial.
The lights and the hanging plant just pulled the whole thing together 😍👏🏽 Gorgeous job!
Just a small tip - it may be better to put the solar panel for your balcony lights on the out side of the post it is currently sitting next to because firstly it will be hidden but also it won't be in shadow from the post itself. I think you could also hide the underside of the 'industrial glass roof' above your balcony with some all weather fabric draped nicely . maybe some shower curtains ina nice fabric - have a look at Kate Mckabes greenhouse make over she did hers with voiles- they were on the inside so you sould need something water proof - but it looked lovely.
That is a great idea Jan, thank you. We are noticing the lights aren't coming on so maybe that has something to do with it.
This looks amazing!!! You can get a weatherproofing spray for the fabric benches. It might help protect from the rain. 😊😊
Yes, I was going to mention Scotchguard, you can find it in the camping area of a big box store. Looks great
You took your time worked together and everything came out brilliantly.
Brilliant transformation!! I did the Fake Grass bit with my small yard which was mostly a very rough concrete path. It covered the concrete but left a small triangle of so called Garden. I picked up small rocks when I found them and made a rockery in the corner and got various "junk" furniture from second hand/charity shops. A cleaned up and painted green wooden bookcase for displaying small pots and other items. A small wooden indoor table and an "iffy" plastic chair painted the same green. A solar powered water feature and non-matching pots from the same junk shops to put some plants in and my yard was transformed. Lovely place now for a cuppa and even my little Mutt likes it. Again, brilliant and Well Done.
Beautifully done! We have a product in our Dollar Tree stores called Never Wet. You spray it on outdoor decor and furniture and it stays dry when it rains. If your pound land doesn't have it you can maybe find it on line. Y'all stay safe and enjoy your outdoor space. From the Southeast coast of Florida 🌴😎💙😎🌴
You guys did an amazing job transforming your outdoor space. Hope you enjoy.
What a way to make the most of all your space. Loved the artificial grass and the storage seating. I know what I am about to go order!
Thank you so much! That’s so kind. We love it. The storage is such a good shout and pretty affordable too
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If you have container plants/tree you can put a full length acrylic mirror on the wall and it will make the balcony look twice the size as it reflects all the items.
Nice and cozy. I wish I had a balcony, great job
Looks great! The white paint did an amazing job of making the space more welcoming. But some flowers are definitely needed, maybe some petunias or violas. Something low maintenance that still add a pop of color aside from green.
Fabulous! Giving me brunch vibes! I will def be copying the faux grass idea for my balcony :)
It looks great, I bet it will look cosy at night with the lights xx
Fantastic transformation Luke and Zara. I think one of those lanterns with all the holes in would look nice hanging up. And also the lavender could do with some drainage holes in the base of the tin pot.
Ahh thank you Jane. That’s so kind. I did think that, I’ll absolutely drill some drainage in
Luke Catleugh : That’s the first thing I thought too! All pots need drainage holes. Rosemary is a good choice and easy to look after! It all looks so much better than before.😎🌱🥂 I hope your next door neighbours are now inspired to do a tidy up so you don’t have to look at their stuff as it is?
I thought about that but when you don't have drainage holes you can just put some rocks at the bottom or broken pieces of clay pots ( lol I seem to have those ) just try keep roots drier just try not to overwater. 🌻
@@dloveofgod8269 Nope, the water still can't get out, if there is a down pour then the plants in that pot will be flooded with water. Stones allows for better drainage WHEN you have holes in the pot.
Thank you yes so true. Where I can't drill holes am careful not to overwater yet still add rocks. Since I'm bad at amt of water when I have no drainage holes I do try to usually have something in smaller pots I can pull out to water then put back in to pretty container.
Over watering is usually the reason for ruining my plants that don't make it.
Look’s lovely Luke, yourself and Zara did a great job.
The back wall where your ottoman’s are you could put a fake ivy trellis up. They do different greenery too. Maybe wrap lights through the trellis and or add a mirror.
Just some idea’s. 💙😊
I love what you are doing with your outdoor space it's fab
Try spraying the ottomans, rugs, and cushions with Scotchguard to make them water resistant! The camping kind is good. It's clear, so you may easily move them inside, and they will be protected from spills and spots there, too!
Very nice. Love the grass idea. 👍
Love it 😍 fab transformation mate! 🌱🌱🌱
Ahh thank you so much Iwan! We’re so happy with how it’s turned out🙌🏻
Ooh this looks great!!! Have you thought about putting a bamboo privacy screen up, along the bars? I think that would really match your aesthetic. Well done guys, I love!! ❤
Thank you so much! We thought about that, our neighbours have done the same. We’re quite high up so privacy isn’t too bad 🙌🏻
Hi guys great job ,great outdoor space , really enjoyed the video xx
Love your porch. Spray your ottomans with scotch guard. That could help repell dirt and water. Maybe keep a piece of clear plastic vinyl folded inside your ottoman so when the weather is bad you can cover it. Your plants, spray with hairspray to repell dirt. Just hit them occasionally with a duster and respray.
That’s a great idea Sally thank you so much. I’ll take a look into scotch guard for sure, that sounds great.
Good job upgrading your balcony! I would probably try to wash the walls, the pipes and the railings a bit, but that's just me. I am crazy. I hope you enjoy it!
Very good Job. This doesn’t even look like the same area.
Super cute! One little tip, you can spray the ottomans with scotchgard, it will protect them from water, it will just bead and roll off and not absorb into the fabric. 👍
The fake grass is a fab idea it really transforms it. I like what your neighbour has done with the bambo stuff. It’s great you now have a nice outdoor space that you will now enjoy
Great transformation!!
Nice that you and zara have your outdoor space and it looks lovely too
Amazing.. Loved how it turned out
Loving what you and Zara have done, it looks fab xx
You did great with such a small space. Inspiring!
Beautiful transformation! You made tiny space - just fabulous!
It looks fab! Got some really good ideas👍
Looks really great guys, well done. I love the idea of a living wall & can you do a shot of what it looks like at night time please 🤗
Balcony looks fantastic and now you can sit and enjoy the summer
I'm trying to go to bed, then this pops up and I just had to watch it. Looks beautiful
Great idea well done Luke and Zara love it 😊👌🏾👌🏾👍🏼
Hi luke you and zara have did a great job it looks lovely xxx
You and Zara work really well together when your doing jobs it looks nice and cozy xx
Lovely space for you. I personally like the industrial glass but you could drape a light fabric along the length to hide it if needed be, also a wooden plaque with the number on to cover the painted on wall one.
I can't believe how much functionality you've put into that small space. Wonderful!
Very nice look. Enjoy your balcony terrace😊
Ah, that's such a lovely space! Good shout on the grass, it brightened the whole space a lot :)
When I saw the little bowl with the tiny plants I thought "This looks like something from Iwan" and then it turned out it is, haha
thank you so much! It sure was, he’s so handy with plants it’s amazing x
Love love love this make over! You've gone beyond with some really great ideas and I love them all! It take a really good eye to look at that "balcony" and end up looking that beautiful!👏👏👏
You really don't want to end an outdoor makeover with lights without an evening view. That's where the magic is :)
Wow, what a difference. That looks so lovely. A perfect place to sit with a nice glass of wine ❤️
Looks lovely in these times any outdoor spaces is a god send x
Fantastic transformation ,it looks lovely xx.
That's quite a difference. Looks great.
Wonderful. Hope you enjoy many lovely days and nights out there. Great job
Wow what a fantastic transformation for such a small area. I love it all. Well done to you both.
Wow it looks wonderful really great love it.love the seating area so cosy looking x
Very Quaint....Breakfast & Tea area perfect
Great job! It looks fabulous! Love all of it❤
That looks amazing! Well done guys
Wow you actually managed to make it look even more spacious
SO BEAUTIFUL!! you'll have so many lush cozy nights out here!! xx
What a lovely space for you both to enjoy 😊 that’s genius using the fake Ikea plant In the hanging basket I will definitely be stealing this idea lol have a lovely week x
Looks amazing! Nice use of space!
Looks lovely and cosy, great transformation!
Fantastic transformation 👌🏻 I especially like the fake grass!
Thank you so much Victoria!
What a difference - and because of the little lights even a great place for long nights. Your channel is an inspiration, liked and subbed 👍
What a fab transformation. Cosy and modern. Love it. Spot on. ❤👍👏
GREAT JOB😊
I also have a balcony where I live , and it's perfect to enjoy the out door without living your place, especially during these times of quarantine.
Always watch &like not a big commenter though 🌈but I though I should let you know about the wonders of self adhesive window film and how you can use it on glass ,Perspex or plastic you could use it to tidy up your roof panels that are clear make them look tidy for very little cost 🎉looking fab so far though,oh & using cable ties to get the grass attached to your metal floor would make it a bit safer as well so you don’t trip over any loose edges 🍀🍀
What a fantastic balcony you have made, well done both of you. You are a lovely couple and you must be so proud of your work, you have made my day. Congratulations on such a beautiful project and video. Bless you both. XX😘😘
It is small and you did great! Bravo!
I’m inspired to transform my balcony. Love this 😍
Wow you guys did an awesome job . I love it !!! ❤️
nice to have a presenter in england! i've actually heard of the shops! 🙂
Beautifully done!
you could screw a shower pole in front of the ottomans and place a see through plastic shower curtain from the top to the end of the railing to protect them, and have it tide to the side when its not raining or windy and wont have to move them inside everytime when it rains . it will also look nice and protect from the cold wind too.
Well done 👍 looks lovely,I’m sure it will be used a lot in the nice weather Xxx
That is adorable and gives you some outside space.!!
Looks incredible Luke! Such a lovely space now. Xxx 💖😍👏🏼
This is the video I have most enjoyed of all the makeovers I have watched...you work together so well and have made a great job of your balcony. I'm going to be able to use some of your ideas. The seating that also has storage and the 'grass' are my favourites but I love it all. Enjoy your lovely space and thanks for the inspiration. I'm a new subscriber and am going to watch more of your videos to gather more ideas as I just love your style. Stay safe and look after each other,God bless from Northern Ireland.
Luke and Zara - well done! That was so satisfying to watch, & you explained the whole process so well; the end result was really lovely!
What a transformation ,you’ve both done just brilliantly, not cost a fortune and looks great👏
Wonderful job. You made it cozy. You have a nice nook to enjoy the fresh air.
That looks so different, well done you two. xx
You made ur out side better than it was before
❤️What a lovely space. Here are a couple of extra suggestions - try hooking the rosemary planter over the top rail of the fencing (on the outside) so that you have more floor space plus you get to see and smell the rosemary more easily. Also, these old drain pipes could be masked if you wound something around them like raffia or fake ivy.
Super cute outdoor space very cosy
This looks amazing it’s given me so many ideas!!
Totally transformed the space..looks amazing...x
Wow it looks great, well done both of you 🌺
This is very cute. I'm gonna do mine too and gradually get more and more plants. I think your balcony will continue to evolve. I don't have a roof on mine but I want one.
Amazingly transformed such a small space into a happening one..
Wow! What a difference, amazing transformation! 😍
Good job, Paint a black square over your flat number and then once dried, get some stencils to re-pain the flat number in white, it will look awesome..