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1. A bleach-free outdoor cleaner that'll remove all sorts of stains from concrete, stone, wood, and composite surfaces. (Yep, even siding!) It'll work great on your front porch and a walkway leading up to your new fave outdoor sitting space.
Promising review: "I first used this product about two years ago on the awning on my RV. That awning was so bad that I thought I was going to have to replace it. After using this Scott's product as directed, the mold and mildew completely disappeared. This product definitely works and it works GREAT! What more can I say — it saved me nearly $500." —R. Latreille
Get it from Amazon for $12.99.
2. But if your concrete patio surface is a little too far gone, a can of concrete paint will be transformative! One can covers 300–400 square feet on smooth surfaces and 200–300 square feet on rough surfaces. So you'll def have enough for this project.
3. A pack of interlocking teak tiles if you're just sick to death of your patio surface and want to breathe some new life into it. You don't need tools or glue to install, and just snap them together so you can take 'em with you when you move. (Btw, teak is weather-proof.)
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!" —Adazzle
Get 10 sq. ft from Amazon for $72.15.
4. Or if you're more into a low-effort situation (can't blame ya' there), an indoor/outdoor rug built to weather rain and more will be just the trick to cover up a rough-looking porch surface.
5. A hardwood oil treatment you can use on wood railings, banisters, steps, flooring, and more as a waterproof treatment to protect against dulling, damaging UV rays. Oh, and it'll work swell on your wooden furniture, too!
Promising review: "I applied this product on an uncovered deck, which takes a beating from the sun and rain in the summertime and snow sits on the deck in the wintertime. I've tried several other wood sealers but nothing we have used holds up as well as this product. When it rains you can watch the water bead up and run off so you know that this product is working. I apply this product every summer to my deck to keep it in top shape. I also apply this sealer to the wooden floor of our covered porch and the boards shine like brand new. Probably would not have to apply every year to the covered floor area but I do." —Bubba
Get it from Amazon for $25.22+ (available in nine colors and three styles).
6. Some rust-stopping spray paint for a weekend afternoon project that'll have a substantial payoff. This'll work great on a cast-iron balustrade or metal outdoor furniture. You can Just look at that zhuzhed garden gate!
7. A pressure washer to help you blast away mud, dirt, and dust on your porch, outdoor rug, fence, whatever!
Promising review: "Outdoor spring cleaning with no chemicals. Used this to clean patio furniture, PVC fence, brick patio, Trex deck, stone walls and gazebo. Worked great, removed mold and dirt easily. Water hose is thicker (better quality) than other electric pressure washers I've used." —Sue
Get it from Amazon for $175.
8. A mold and mildew remover spray that won't just perform some magic in your shower, but it'll also clean up your deck and outdoor furniture in time for your famous Labor Day barbecue. You simply spray, wait 15 seconds, and the mold vanishes.
It works on wood, tile, fiberglass, showers, floors, counters, and grout!
RMR Brands is a small business specializing in professional-grade cleaning solutions for your home.
Promising review: "I bought this RMR spray with low expectations, even with the good reviews. I sprayed a small patch in the evening and let it sit overnight. The next morning, the grout where I had sprayed was as white as if it were brand new. I decided to spray the entire wall and part of the roof. The next day everything I sprayed had no visible mold. By the third night, I was pretty much spraying everything left in the shower. This stuff is amazing." —John Werner
Get two bottles from Amazon for $27.99.
9. An outdoor ceiling fan with some serious style that'll make an essential feel like a super smart decor decision.
10. Plus an outdoor fan just begging to be mounted in the corner of your porch to keep a breeze going because even if your porch has ceiling fans, sometimes that isn't enough in late July. Also, circulating air will decrease the number of bugs that bother you.
This weatherproof fan has a fully sealed and permanently lubricated industrial motor to protect it against wetness.
Promising review: "Great fan at a good price! I bought this fan for my backyard to help circulate the air in hot days and to help deter mosquitoes at night around the fire pit. This fan worked perfectly. It has three speeds, the highest of which is super strong. The fan at high speed is a bit noisy, but nothing unexpected of a powerful fan. It is also 100% waterproof, which is a must. My only minor issues would be 1) it would be nice if the fan came with a cover for when it’s not used (I bought 20-inch tire storage covers to do the job), and 2) the fan is only adjustable up and down not side to side — if they could make it oscillate that would be great. Having said that, I would recommend this fan for sure and would not hesitate to buy it again." —Bigdad
Get it from Amazon for $106.79+ (available in three sizes).
11. A couple of waterproof, LED-lit Bluetooth speakers ~moonlighting~ as mere lanterns. Got to love a two-fer to help create the perfect patio without cluttering up your space.
The Bluetooth distance between phone and speaker is up to 33 feet, while the dual pairing distance between the two speakers is up to 66 feet! The handles at the top make them easy to hang, but you can also just set them on the ground or a table!
Promising review: "The surround sound that we get at night while sitting around the fire pit is wonderful! We invested in shepherd's hooks so that we can relocate wherever we want! Nice." —Denise Peoples
Get the two-pack from Amazon for $169.98 (available with white lights or rainbow lights).
12. A high-voltage insect zapper you can park nearby so you can get more use out of your outdoor rooms.
It has a range of up to 1,500 square feet!
Promising review: "Perfect for summer days. Absolutely in love with this product. We’ve been avoiding being outside in the evenings due to gnarly mosquito bites. But ever since we bought this product, it hasn’t been an issue! Highly recommend and try it out for yourself. You won’t regret it!" —Venus
Get it from Amazon for $26.90+ (available in three colors and another style).
13. A scent-free mosquito repeller that'll make you offer up your citronella candles to your local Buy-Nothing group.
Promising review: "This is perfect for my front porch. I can tell the difference when I opt not to turn it on, and the mosquitoes come near. It is very easy to use. I will definitely be buying more of these for our backyard." —KC_running
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in a variety of colors).
14. A magnetic screen door for pet-friendly households where all the lil' creatures are allowed outside. This way you can sit for a spell without getting up to let the dog back inside.
Promising review: "We use this for our side porch screen door, and it’s quite windy a lot of the time. We’ve used other pet screens in the past and have found this one is by far the best-looking and most useful pet screen to our liking. The magnets holding the material together do the job, but gentle enough for our dog to pass through without any issues. Highly recommended!" —john agnello
Get it from Amazon for $22.99.
15. A mesh raised dog bed so your fave four-legged pal can clock in a ton of outdoor time too. Its raised design with room underneath for air circulation keeps your dog way cooler than laying on the hot porch surface.
16. And if you'd like to clock some important outdoor time with your indoor cat, a fully enclosed mesh outdoor cat tent you can also bring out onto the porch.
Promising review: "I bought this cat tent because our two fur babies will sit in the window and cry if we are outside. I tried a leash, but they didn't like that, and they often escaped it. I came across this tent, and it was the BEST purchase I made. The quality is great! Both cats fit in it, so the size is perfect. Very excited that this is actually a product for the cats!!!" —hgrizz
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in three colors).
17. Some pleated fabric shades that'll look nice and low-key on your windows facing your front porch so you can sit outside in peace without side-eyeing the mess that's in your living room on the other side of the wall. But! They do let in a fair amount of natural light so it won't make your front room too dark.
Promising review: "I went out on a limb and bought 24 of these bad boys. I hung them up all throughout my house. I didn't use the adhesive though, I bought an 80 count pack of thumbtacks for $1. I live in Alabama, the temperature outside is 99 today. I do not have my air conditioner on since I have put these up, it has literally cooled off so much in my house. TOTALLY worth it. I'm so happy I didn't drop hundreds of dollars on regular blinds. I'll never go back!!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $17+ (available in three sizes and three colors).
18. A set of metal hanging flower pots that'll add some cheery color to your porch railing, which is even better if your yard and garden is pretty small. These'll let you expand your tiny garden!
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 a 10-pack from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in multicolor, black, or white).
19. Plus some 10-inch speckled hanging planters to help create more layers of greenery right where you want them. Add a plant here or there to a porch, patio, and deck, and it'll instantly feel homier.
They each come with four predrilled drainage holes to prevent overwatering!
Promising reviews: "I really love these hanging planters. Highly recommended. Lightweight, modern, and has drainage holes!" —thelma marie hart
"The perfect added touch! Exactly what I wanted to add a touch of color to our new outdoor eating area!" —Deborah Del Vecchio
Get a set of two from Amazon for $26.99 (also available in five other colors and an 8-inch size).
20. But if you don't have a green thumb, a pair of faux hanging plants ready to be strung up if you don't trust yourself caring after actual living plants.
21. A roll of faux ivy you can thread through your porch railing if you're just not into the design decisions of the former homeowner or your landlord. Plus, it'll provide a bit more privacy if that's a concern!
22. A 48-foot strand of dimmable, waterproof, and shatterproof string lights just begging to be strung up along your roofline for a charming source of light past sunset.
23. And some solar lights you can stake along a walkway or garden bed right where you need 'em. Lighting is key for getting more use out of your outdoor space. Oh, and they look nice in the daylight too!
Promising review: "Impressed with the size of the cell which provides a larger surface area for charging. The lights are the brightest I've seen for a solar light and the illumination covers a nice range. Placed them along my pond giving the place a classy look." —Percussionist
Get six from Amazon for $19.99.
24. A light-up palm tree as a fun lighting option where you need it. I can picture it now, you sipping a frozen marg in a rocking chair and screening a scam caller by saying "Not now, I'm on island time."
25. Plus some solar-powered mason jar lights you can place — and them move around — your porch as needed. And thanks to the handle, you can even hang them up.
Places these solar-powered lights in the sun for five to eight hours of sun exposure will work if you want roughly eight hours of light. And there's an optional battery option if planning isn't your strong suit.
Promising review: "I purchased these solar lights last weekend for my front porch space re-do, I absolutely love them! They are high-quality, and work great. I like that they have an on/off switch on the underside of the lid, so I can turn them off when I’m finished using them for the night. I’m very happy with my purchase and will definitely recommend these to anyone." —Deborah M. Mehaffie
Get a four-pack from Amazon for $19.99.
26. A classic wooden swing because it's basically illegal to have a front porch without a swing. (OK, just kidding! But a swing is always a great addition.)
The swing comes with chains but if you love the look of the reviewer's setup above, you'll want to pick up some burlap covers.
Promising review: "I am obsessed with my porch swing and impressed with the quality of this product. I've had the swing for about a month now and it looks like new even though it has been through some heavy rain. The customer service is top notch as well. I have high ceilings and needed additional chain links, I emailed them and got it within two days. Can’t say enough about this product and the customer service. Highly recommended!" —YP
Get it from Amazon for $118.95+ (available in five styles).
27. And a matching cypress porch swing bird feeder to help create some front-porch entertainment you can enjoy from your own human-sized porch swing.
Barefoot Store is a Gonzales, Louisiana-based small biz specializing in fun-shaped bird feeders.
Promising review: "The porch swing bird feeder we ordered is absolutely the cutest thing I have seen in bird feeder designs. It is very well built, detailed and sturdy, true to photograph and description. Purchased as a gift and the recipient loves it. Seller communicated when item shipped. Well packaged. Very nice!!" —Kris
Get it from Barefoot Store on Etsy for $35.99.
28. A balcony bar if you're always trying to figure out where you fit in a side table or spot to place your drink. This is it! You just pop it onto your existing railing so you won't even have to break out the toolbox.
Best Balcony Bars is a woman-owned small business in Colorado that makes custom balcony bar tops.
Promising review: "Beautiful, hand-crafted, custom-fit to my railing. Creator is great to deal with on a custom piece. Everyone compliments it. I eat or have drinks on it every day and prefer it to eating at my dining room table! The second tier is ideal serving dishes, glasses, bottles, and the main tier is ideal for main dishes, computers, and notebooks while optimizing my patio functionality and keeping me at my serene view throughout my day. Great custom piece!" —Travis Horn
Get it from Best Balcony Bars on Etsy for $205.95+ (available in two sizes and four colors).
29. Or a space-saving folding table if you want a little more surface area to work with — but only some of the time.
Patio Wise Shop is an Eau Claire, Wisconsin-based Etsy shop specializing in indoor and outdoor furniture.
Promising review: "Beautiful, sturdy table. Arrived sooner than expected! Easy to hang on rail. Fits perfectly on balcony. Thanks so much for a wonderful product." —Christine Kearney
Get it from Patio Wise Shop on Etsy for $98.99.
30. Some light-up flowers you can nestle amongst the *real* flowers in your flowerbeds in front of your front porch. It'll add a whimsical touch that'll make your home look like it's out of a fairytale once the sun sets.
31. A waterproof outdoor curtain to help block that neighbor (yes, THAT neighor)'s view for your lovely front porch setup. Also, it'll help protect your porch furnishings from wet gusts during storms.
Pick up a sturdy rust-resistant curtain rod while you're at it!
Promising review: "These curtains are AMAZING! Beautiful and elegant. Hangs beautiful, very light blocking, keeps rain out of our Tiki bar, we can sit out there in the rain, and keeps the heat in on a cool fall evening when we have the fireplace on!" —Sara Bushendorf
Get it from Amazon for $11.95+ (available in eight sizes and 15 colors).
32. Or some sheer outdoor curtains for a little bit, but not total, privacy. Also when you style these like the reviewer below did, they'll really make your porch feel like an extension of your home.
Promising review: "I got these to help filter excess light, and they turned out so much cooler than imagined. The fabric is well made. They give this little space a little extra something. Looks really nice looking from the outside in as well. They stand well in the rain. The only downside is the downward position of the rods. I had to tie one end of the curtains to the rod itself to keep it from sliding down. It will not be a problem if your pergolas or sunrooms are level to the ground. Will be purchasing more for different seasons." —Grumpy James
Get two panels from Amazon for $36.95+ (available in a variety of lengths and colors).
33. A custom house number sign that'll POP way more than plain numbers on your siding or porch post. I rec putting this on your porch post so anyone trying to find your house (like, uh, the Amazon delivery driver) will be able to figure out the correct address ASAP.
Custom Giftopia is an Etsy shop that sells a variety of custom gifts and items.
Get it from Custom Giftopia on Etsy for $19.95+ (available in several color and number options).
34. A mini concrete firepit that (when supervised) will make for a great lil' s'mores party.
Promising review: "I love using my big fire table, but sometimes it isn’t convenient to get it set up. This little fire bowl is perfect for the patio or porch. Be advised the flame gets pretty high. I would not be comfortable using this indoors as it is advertised. 91% isopropyl alcohol from the drug store works great." —Mom Taxi
Get it from Amazon for $39.99.
35. A computer shade to keep by the front porch door so you can tear yourself away from the dining room table and comfortably work outside on those few precious days your work isn't making you come into the office. This'll prevent the glare that's been keeping you from taking advantage of that lil' luxury.
Check out a TikTok of the computer shade in action.
Promising review: "Great product! Finally able to work by the pool without the computer overheating or the glare making it difficult to answer emails efficiently. A must-buy for anyone who works remotely and wants to soak up some summer vitamin D." —Jackie Wittlinger
Get it from Amazon for $54.99+ (available in two sizes).
36. A flexible adjustable mister if the reason you haven't been reading on your porch is because of, simply, the heat. And because it's easily adjustable, you can take it with you as you move positions to avoid the sun. (Or embrace it?)
The mister will cool the surrounding area by 20 degrees, and it comes with an interchangeable flower-shaped misting head for a fun, whimsy detail.
Promising review: "Works exactly how I want it to. Provides a fine, cool mist on the patio, allowing us to enjoy the backyard until sunset without breaking a sweat. Easy to set up. It was out of the box and cooling us off within minutes." —Debra L. Kusek
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
37. A powder-coated steel three-piece patio set that'll give you some bright and cheery seating — even if your porch is minuscule.
Promising review: "Perfect size for our quaint balcony space in our condo building. The vibrant chartreuse color couples perfectly with our retro robin egg door. Lightweight, already assembled, and super easy to clean. The price makes this set a no brainer (it's cheaper than Target and CB2, but equal in quality). Awesome summer buy." —Nouvelle Mere
Get the set from Amazon for $119.99+ (available in nine colors and with or without cushions).
38. A tall table-cooler combo that'll be super handy as *just* a side table but will really come in handy when you settle into your porch awhile and don't want to peel yourself from your seat just to get a fresh beverage.
You can also shut the top and just use it as a regular end table when you're not utilizing the cooler function.
Promising review: "Have gotten so many compliments on this already. Great even when not using as a cooler for just a functional end table near our furniture around the fire pit. Can put drinks on there, s'mores stuff, etc. It's nice because it functions as a table without being big and bulky. It can easily be moved around to where it is needed. and the cooler function of course is what sets it apart from all other tables and makes it awesome!" —Amy M.
Get it from Amazon for $83.96+ (available in two colors).
39. An acacia wood table that, tbh, would also look great indoors too if a few years down the road you're ready for a furniture switcheroo.
Promising review: "Love love love this table! Looks so good on our back patio and is very great quality. Super easy to put together and study! My only complaint is that it is about 2 inches too tall, meaning it will be uncomfortable to put your feet up on as it is too high. Will probably just shave off the legs a little and not add the bottom shelf level, which is not pictured. Otherwise, it is amazing, and I would highly recommend it!" —Cinder
Get it from Amazon for $127.66.
40. A chic outdoor patio set to help mentally transport you to some "off-the-grid" mountain resort that somehow has enough Wi-Fi service for your friend who's always traveling to post on their IG.
It comes with the two chairs and small matching glass table.
Promising review: "Exactly what I was looking for. Construction seems sturdy. Dimensions and style were perfect for the small patio space I was looking to get use out of, and the egg shape of the chairs is very comfortable. I paired them with a seagrass outdoor rug, faux fur chair pads, a beanbag style poof footstool, and some boho throw pillows, and love how the space was instantly transformed. I highly recommend this set." —Baby blues
Get it from Amazon for $179.99+ (available in five colors).
41. Or a sleek three-piece rocking chair set because it just feels right to rock while sitting on the porch. But this is a more modern take than your standard wooden rocking chairs.
42. Outdoor-themed decorative throw pillow covers you can use to give your existing outdoor throw pillows a little bit of a makeover. Go ahead and cozy up your couch for extra sitting.
Don't have any pillows on hand? No worries, you can buy a set of these hypoallergenic pillow cushions to get started on your patio update. Opt for cushions two inches bigger than your covers for the fluffiest effect (so 22x22 inserts for 20x20 covers).
Promising review: "Love these pillows! Solid fabric and unique design. Blend well with my backyard greenery. I ordered a few different types of pillow cases to try. These are the sturdiest and best quality by far!" —Hilary A. Harris
Get a set of four 20x20 covers from Amazon for $25.99 (available in four sizes and four other sets).
43. And an outdoor wooden double chaise lounge you'll wish you were little enough to park yourself on. You may recognize it from TikTok where people are showing how they bought it for their dogs.
We've been seeing people's pets enjoying these all over TikTok! It is designed for kids ages 3–8.
Promising review: "I was pleasantly surprised with the quality of this item and the matching picnic table and chairs. However the cabana is much more difficult to assemble then the picnic table set. There was a step in which two people were absolutely required and you need a cordless screwdriver and hammer. My granddaughter loves them and I absolutely would recommend this purchase to anyone." —Terri
Get it from Amazon for $112+ (also available in tan or gray or as a bundle).
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