7 ways to spruce up your backyard for 4th July celebrations

Backyards are the centerpiece of attraction now that the Fourth of July is rapidly approaching. It's a time for fun, merry-making, and enjoyment with your dear ones, and your backyard will serve as the host for a sumptuous dinner and oodles of laughter on this Independence Day.

You need to present the best ambiance possible for your guests, and hence, sprucing up your backyard is a fine way to do it. Without further ado, let's take a peek at a few ways in which you can smarten up your backyard for a memorable get-together.

1. Installing a deck 

Having a backyard deck or a patio is the first essential step to undertake since it's crucial to define the area where you'll have your guests seated for the get-together. Furthermore, you can add more items to your backyard deck to beautify it.

Building a deck might take a few days, so it's best to get started with building one as soon as possible if you don't have it already in the backyard. Before starting the process, you'll need to have an accurate estimate of how big the deck needs to be so it perfectly fits in with the backyard.

2. Installing a fire pit

Having a fire pit all but elevates the fun and frolic you'd rather have without it. If you've already experienced the thrill of gathering around a fire pit, you'd know how much fun it is to have fire as you chatter, gossip, and laugh all through the get-together.

Apart from being used as a traditional campfire, a fire pit also serves well in whipping up a barbeque and acts as the major source of light in the evenings. Buying a fire pit is a matter of size and budget, so make sure you get one that best fits your requirement.

3. Hanging string lights 

When you think of festivities, it's nigh impossible to imagine them without a bunch of string lights. Also known as decorative lights, they are a cheap option but work massively when it comes to ramp up the ambiance to host a memorable get-together with your close ones.

String lights are available in many shapes and colors; some may use a power source while others are dependent on batteries. If you don't have a power source nearby, we'd recommend going for battery string lights to make sure they last throughout the entire party.

4. Adding built-in planters

Built-in planters play a major role in elevating your outdoor decor to the next level. If you've built a deck, adding planters will beautify it more, contributing to a happier mood for the get-together. You can either buy a readymade planter or build one yourself; the choice is yours depending on how much time, energy, and budget you can invest in adding them to your backyard.

5. Using accent lights

Let's face it, your party mood is directly proportional to the amount and type of lighting in the party area. The type of lighting can make or break the mood of a party. If you've already got the string lights, you can consider adding accent lights in dark corners to add a touch of elegance to your backyard.

Apart from adding to the ambiance, it'll also keep the intruders away by providing more light to the backyard. Make sure you chalk out an optimal budget and a specified number of lights before adding them to your backyard.

6. Adding a backyard fountain

Backyard fountains are artistic items that can add glamour and hold an irresistible charm, especially in an area decorated with string lights. Built for the major purpose of garnishing a backyard, these fountains can cost a fortune.

So, you'll need to chalk out a budget to add one of these to your backyard. Fountains are available in many sizes and styles; there's no scarcity of choices to help you get the perfect fountain that suits your backyard.

7. Installing water gardens

Water gardens serve as a relaxing focal point for many homes. Some of these are also equipped with LED lights that work wonders when it comes to embellishing the area they're kept in. What's more, there are endless options to create designs by adding a variety of plants to these water gardens.

The tranquil sound of the flowing water soothes the mind as well. Water gardens are easy to set up, so you need not worry about spending hours trying to get one installed in your backyard. Also, water gardens are available across a wide price range, so you can easily get one without breaking the bank.