Yard space — be it a patio, balcony or a sprawling grassy expanse — is an extension of your home. However, sometimes our outdoor space gets overlooked. With warmer temperatures on the horizon, why not treat your patio to a spruce-up?
Don’t worry — you don’t have to blow your vacation budget in order to make your yard or terrace look luxurious. The big-box go-to, Walmart, has plenty of affordable options to upgrade your exterior square footage. Ahead, we’ve rounded up outdoor eight pieces that only look expensive.
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Walmart
A chic charcoal grill and smoker
Cook up more than just burgers and dogs on this charcoal grill that doubles as a smoker. In a matte black finish with wood accents, this piece has a high-end look without the high-end price tag.
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Target
An MCM-inspired hardwood bench
The clean modern lines of this water-resistant wooden bench is reminiscent of midcentury style. Reviewer Kathleen noted that the bench is “very sturdy and easy to assemble,” adding that it’s the “perfect spot to sit and [put] on garden shoes.”
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Walmart
A sturdy matte ceramic planter
Indoor or outdoor, this ceramic planter will be right at home. Its matte black glaze is meant to withstand the elements, and the footed design smartly elevates plants while offering them a sturdy base. It also comes equipped with a drain hole so roots don’t get waterlogged. While this piece may look like a pricey boutique find, it’s available at Walmart for less than $10.
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Walmart
A small-footprint seagrass ottoman
One of the most flexible pieces of furniture out there is the humble ottoman. In handwoven seagrass — which is both durable and soft — this piece is great for use indoors and out. Thanks to a small footprint, it works well in small spaces too. “[This] pouf [is] better than I imagined,” wrote Leigh in a review.
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Walmart
A textured yellow throw pillow
A pop of sunshine, this fringed throw pillow is such a cheerful piece. The butter yellow woven fabric has an artisan look and will brighten up any room. Prop yourself up for a read, fluff up a chair on your patio or treat yourself to a nap in style.
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Walmart
A seriously cool ceramic lantern
This ceramic lantern has a matte terracotta glaze and a high-end, handcrafted look. Drop in the included LED pillar candle and bask in the flickering glow. Add warmth to your mantlepiece, deck, or really anywhere you please thanks to a convenient battery operated design. Reviewer Franny wrote that this ceramic lantern “is absolutely beautiful” and “it would be great to use anywhere.”
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Walmart
A minimal weatherproof planter
With a one-of-a-kind feel without the one-of-a-kind price, this white ceramic planter is a great buy. Try this piece in your living room, backyard or patio — it works easily indoors or out thanks to a weatherproof glaze. According reviewer JB, the pot is of “great quality and exceptionally stylish.”
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Walmart
A rolling garden bed made from steel
If you’re an apartment dweller, or have limited outdoor space, this chic steel raised garden bed is just the ticket. Just fill the planter with gardening soil and work your green thumb. Made of durable cast iron, the heavy duty metal frame can stand up to just about anything while its two rolling wheels make it easy to move around.