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20 paving ideas for outdoor entertaining areas

Jason
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Paving outdoor entertaining areas can create a stylish space easier to maintain than a timber deck.

 

Check out these paving projects shared by clever and creative Bunnings Workshop community members and let us know if we can help revamp your backyard.

 

1. Crazy paving for pool cabana by @ProjectPete 

 

Prolific contributor Pete turned an unused corner in the backyard into a beautiful and relaxing space with a polished-concrete bench seat, feature wall and crazy pavers.

 

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2. D.I.Y. paved firepit area with built-in seating by @Codey 

 

Built on a sloping block, this paved circular firepit area features built-in rendered concrete bench seating. 

 

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3. Fire pit entertaining area by @lcooksey88 

 

Workshop member Lauren converted a kids play area into a space for gathering around a fire pit (which doubles as a table) and defined the area with Merbau screening, Un-Real hedge panels and pavers.

 

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4. Crazy paving front porch by @EleventhCoastal 

 

A crazy paved front porch using three different coloured Tuscan Path porcelain pavers.

 

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5. Patio makeover with new paving by @Minu 

 

New pavers on a sand base were an affordable and simple way to spruce up a small patio.

 

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6. Tuscan-inspired backyard renovation by @jaderein 

 

A rose arbour with solar-powered lights, a fire-pit area with Merbau bench seats plus paving and landscape stones transformed a previously barren backyard.

 

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7. Outdoor entertaining area with fire pit by @jessejujitsu 

 

A fire pit area built with Merbau decking, marine ply for planter boxes, and sealed pavers.

 

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8. Alfresco makeover with crazy paving by @jesseydiamond 

 

Workshop member Jessey saved time and money by installing crazy paving straight over the existing concrete so they didn't have to do any demolition in this alfresco renovation.

 

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9. Side yard and barbecue area by @diy_hausdesigns 

 

Experienced community member Rufaro spent a lot of time preparing the ground for pavers and installing edging to create a terrific finish for this side yard and barbecue area.

 

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10. Firepit area with seating by @connorrassy 

 

Built by a teenager in a week, this inspiring creation could be replicated in many backyards to create a fantastic outdoor entertaining area. 

 

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11. Front yard reno with planter boxes and pavers by @Jewels68 

 

Another great example of bluestone-style pavers surrounded by white pebbles - a popular, on-trend look. 

 

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12. Fire pit and walkway retreat by @steveq 

 

An enormous outdoor entertaining area with firepit and walkway featuring brick paving throughout.

 

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13. Raised garden bed retaining wall for slope by @asharkey 

 

A raised garden bed built with treated hardwood and Retain It posts, and coated with decking oil, with drainage and paving installed.

 

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14. Outdoor cabana and poolside paving by @Jesse1 

 

Reclaimed pavers and a simple cabana made a perfect spot for relaxing in shade by the pool.

 

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15. Paving for outdoor entertaining space by @matweb 

 

A large paved entertaining area with a brick edge was laid on a mix of crusher dust and cement to prevent pavers from sinking over time.

 

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16. Fire pit area with pavers and stones by @burnsie 

 

This fire pit project turned an unused corner of yard into a paved outdoor entertainment area surrounded by new garden plantings.

 

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17. Crazy paving for outdoor living area by @ElissaC 

 

Community member Elissa used serpentine limestone crazy paving to transform this outdoor living area.

 

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18. Decorative paving by @Yorky88 

 

An experienced paver who has shared other impressive paving projects with the community, Marty tried his hand at decorative paving with this creation that followed a popular side-access paving project

 

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19. Paver refresh with paint by @prettyliving 

 

Paving need a refresh? Experienced community member Jess demonstrated how cleaning and painting pavers can completely change their look on a budget. 

 

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20. Deck and gazebo over existing pavers by @womby36 

 

If you think your paving is dated, another option is to install a deck over the top using the pavers as a base. 

 

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How to lay pavers

 

Learn how to lay pavers in an even, straight line in this simple step-by-step guide How to lay pavers. Experienced Workshop member Adam Woodhams provides more expert assistance in his helpful guide How to lay paving for a path.

 

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How to lay crazy paving

 

Liven up your courtyard, driveway or patio with eve-catching crazy paving. The step-by-step guide How to lay crazy paving shows you how easy it is to do it yourself.

 

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