51 Easy Ways To Help Make Your Backyard The Best On The Block

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 $17.42.

5. Or start small by trying an oil stain remover capable of annihilating that grease stain that you thought made your patio pavers or walkway a goner.

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Promising review: "We had a 2005 truck parked on our paver driveway for years. The area in the photo was thick with oil leak residue. I tried several products that didn't make any difference. But with the "Pull It Out" product, the oil is gone! You can see the stark difference in the photo, with the area that was treated and the area that was not. This goes on as a liquid; it absorbs the oil from the bricks as it dries. Then I lightly scrub and hose it off, and voila! Gone! Even better, it's biodegradable!! I rarely post reviews for a product, but this product earned it. This is the best I have seen for taking leaked oil out of a driveway." —Robocop

Get it from Amazon for $17.97 (available in a larger refill size).

6. Create some romance with a variety of sunflower seeds that might just turn your backyard into the #1 destination for pics this year.

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Promising review: "Planted a handful of the seeds in our front lawn area. Few months later, and we had a spectacular color array. Great flowers!" —Shane

Get it from Amazon for $14.99.

7. Don't shy away from scattering container plants throughout your yard! They'll give your space ~levels~ of visual interest, especially if you're working in a space with few (or no) flower beds and lots of hard surfaces — like in this gorgeous Brooklyn backyard makeover.

Sweeten

Check out this full ~stunning~ backyard makeover. (Seriously, the "before" images are gonna make your jaw DROP.) And check out more amazing before and afters on Sweeten.

You can get a variety of similar terra-cotta pots from Amazon or The Home Depot.

8. But if you're not sure where you start, invest in a pair of matching containers you can set on your patio, along walkways, or around seating areas.

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Promising review: "The weight of each pot is perfect. Light enough not to be heavy when filled with soil but sturdy enough not to get blown over too easily. The speckled finish is quite modern and can go with many different styles of decor. The only thing I’d ask for to be different is the drainage system… the holes are on a plateau inside the pot. This means that certain plants will suffer from root rot as there will be about an inch worth of standing water. As long as you’re careful though, this may not affect you. I have had these pots outside on an uncovered patio year round now.. they still look new." —A. C.

Get them from Amazon for $63.99+ (available in three styles).

9. String up waterproof globe lights for a big style impact when hung along your roofline, draped on outdoor structures like a pergola, or just strung up solo so you can enjoy the lights and the stars.

Reviewers note that you should remove the bulbs before stringing up the strands and then install the bulbs.

Promising review: "These lights were perfect for my patio, I've recieved plenty of compliments so far. The Edison light bulbs and beautiful and offer the perfect amount of lighting for any occasion...the clips were ideal for my eaves, the overhang of the roof, which made for simple installation...now just need to find a dimmer capable of handling the required wattage and the package will be complete." —Brody Vins

Get a strand from Amazon for $15.89+ (available in five styles and six lengths and in two-packs).

10. And stake solar lights along a walkway or pond 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: "These lights were just the thing to finish off our new yard and show pathway edges during the night. Worked right out of the box but I charged for a day in the sun before placing them. Work great and very happy with them." —Joseph H.

Get eight from Amazon for $37.98+ (available in two sizes).

11. Address bare spots in your lawn with some dog-spot repair to urge grass to start growing again. It feels like a neverending battle, but this stuff helps!

Promising review: “We purchased this to fill some patches in our backyard that were damaged by our puppy. Works like a charm. The one caveat is that you really do have to water it a bit every day. Once it takes off though, it grows pretty quickly! Within one week of planting this, we had 1-inch long grass blades. One month later, all the patches are gone. Highly recommended!” —Jessica N.

Get it from Amazon for $16.44.

12. Use a standing weeder (without the chemicals!) to help improve your view of your yard. You're not the only one who has trouble enjoying weed-filled scenery. And hey, while you're weeding with this there's no bending over! Your back will thank you.

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Grampa's Weeder is a small biz. Made with a bamboo handle and powder-coated steel, it uses a simple lever system to made weeding easy.

Promising review: "Oh my god, I friggin' love this tool. I bought this on a whim given we bought our first house and know nothing about caring for a yard. Boy has it come in handy. Our new house had a ton of weeds in the front yard and this tool helped me get most of them out in no time. In fact, the process of yanking out the weed was strangely satisfying! I don't think anyone can say that weeding is fun but this tool made it as close to fun as you can get, especially when you see a long root along with the weed you pulled." —JG

Get it on Amazon for $39.97.

13. Roll out a weather-resistant cedar pathway along garden beds or other paths where your family (including the members with paws) tends to tread and wear down the grass.

Promising review: "Leaving mine out, so I did use landscape fabric and pea gravel under it. It keeps dogs from tracking in mud when it rains and from trampling my plants. Sturdy and convenient! I bought a second one. I love it so much." —Kindle Customer

Get a 4-foot path from Amazon for $45.98.

14. If you've got a toddler, you should invest in a Step2 water tablethat, according to my colleague Heather Braga, is THE hottest thing for 1-year-olds. Simply put it on your patio, fill it with water, and let your little one go to town with buckets, spinners, and a waterfall.

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Promising review: "Purchased for my grandson who loves to play in the water. Perfect height for a 2-year-old. Easy to put together, sturdy and lots of different things to do. The top part is like a waterfall, it has lots of little holes for the water to come through." —dd

Get it from Amazon for $76.99+ (available in three styles).

15. Stash recycling bins, bikes, a lawnmower, and other hefty tools you have no other place to look in this nice-looking shed if you don't have room for a full-fledged shed.

Promising review: "Good quality. Easy to assemble. Parts are individually bagged and labeled. Holds two 32-gallon round barrels — which is what I wanted it for. Very compact, which was a factor for where i had to put it." —Joe in Brooklyn

Get it from Amazon for $228.78+ (available in seven styles). Also check out a similar shed in several sizes to find the right one to fit your space and needs.

16. Easily add on an activity to keep your keep your kids away from screens longer with a hook and ring game that'll work in even tiny outdoor spaces. (That goes double for adults working from home.)

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Tiki Toss is a small business that took a classic hook and ring game to the next level by creating several unique ways to play it.

Promising review: "We all love this game. Everyone who comes over cannot stop playing Tiki Toss. So simple and so fun. Quality and design of product is fantastic. Also makes a great gift." —jzek

Get it from Amazon for $21.99+ (available in two sizes and two colors).

17. Switch to rapid-fill water balloons so you can cut down on prep time and get to the backyard fun so much faster.

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Promising review: "My family has had a blast with these this summer. Easy to fill up to get the fun started! Just make sure to make all players agree to the yard pickup afterwards, but it’s worth it!" —Momof3

Get 350 balloons from Amazon for $25.02 (available in three color combos and a 450-pack).

18. Or try out a set of reusable water balloons in case you wanna keep the fun going with FAR less waste. And they won't sting when you get nailed, unlike regular water balloons.

Mama Love Boutique / Etsy

Mama Love Boutique is a Sellersville, Pennsylvania-based shop that specializes in these balloons and knit hats.

These water balloons are handmade with a chenille-like yarn, which means they're soft, absorbent, and a great alternative to wasteful plastic single-use water balloons.

Promising review: "Got them, opened them, used them in the same day. I have two boys with LOTS of energy and they had so much fun pummeling me with these water 'balloons' 🤣 and I had fun throwing them right back. Not just for kids. Very well made. So happy with this purchase!" —Carley Campbell

Get the 12-pack from Mama Love Boutique on Etsy for $29.50 (available in three color combos).

19. Win the Parent of the Year Award with a mini sprinkler pad that'll help the fam cool off and get some water time without having to dump out a kiddie pool's worth of water once the fun has wrapped.

Several reviewers shared that this little pool kept their kids engaged for hours.

Promising review: "My kids love this. It is soo easy to plug the hose into and turn the water on and the kids can have hours of fun. Once the kids are done playing, I disconnect the hose let the water drain, and hang it over the porch." —Austin

Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in four styles).

20. Wrap a flexible adjustable mister around a deck post if the reason you haven't been reading on your deck 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 $24.98.

21. Refinish tired metal furniture with some rust-stopping spray paint for a weekend afternoon project that'll have substantial payoff. Just look at that zhuzhed garden gate!

Promising review: "I used this Gloss White to paint an old garden arch, gate and a trellis over a garden bench. It was just a dreary, tired black; the white changed the look and feel instantly. Definitely get the trigger grip accessory if your project takes more than one can — mine was eight cans and that grip was a great idea.The paint is a true bright white with a bit of a shine after it dries. I did have to do two full coats to completely cover the original black wrought iron, but there's no color bleed through as a result." —Dogs & Horses

Get it from Amazon for $14.81+ (available in a variety of metallic colors).

22. And give new life to your outdoor pillows and cushions with some outdoor fabric spray paint (yes, you read that right). This will especially come in handy if you have oddly shaped or custom outdoor furniture cushions that are really hard to replace.

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Promising review: "Pricey but worth it! My patio cushion covers would have cost a fortune to replace, given their unique shape. This is the ONLY fabric spray that has EVER held true to its promise of preserving the fabric’s original soft texture. Shake Suddenly Sapphire well, it will need at least three coats for an even application because it comes out very fine. Example: I needed one whole can for the first coat on the tops and sides of two cushions. At $14 a can, it can get up there, but it’s still better than replacing cushions!" —Juanita

Get it from The Home Depot for $9.98 (available in seven colors).

23. Allow your neighbors to marvel over some magnetic grill lights that I'm sure even Hank Hill hasn't heard of!

But really though, why isn't every grill equipped with these from the factory?

Promising review: "This was a surprise for my husband. He loves them. The lights are nice and bright and make grilling those last few things that didn't get finished before dark hot. He's also used them early in the morning when he's setting the smoker up before dawn. He's happy and finding them very useful. He especially loves the magnet on bottom so he can hang them off of so many things while he's busy and he can use the flexibility to shine them where he needs them. Very awesome and easy to use." —Holly Gomez

Get two from Amazon for $21.99.

24. And if you're in the market for a new grill, this two-burner griddle grill can give you yeat another excuse to get outside AND stay involved in all the hot goss while you whip up a meal for your fave neighbors.

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Promising review: "My whole family and I recently went to Miami for a quick vacation, and we had a barbecue, so I decided to order this grill for my house so I can cook on my back porch. One of the best things about this grill is it’s so easy to move — anyone can move it from one place to another. My wife and I assembled this, and it took us about 35–40 minutes to put together, and it was so easy to assemble. I cannot wait to use this grill with my family and friends." —NP

Get it from Amazon for $189.99.

25. And keep an instant-read meat thermometer handy to help you FINALLY cook the perfect steak while you're grilling. Or maybe just not give your family food poisoning!

Promising review: "Couldn't be easier to use really. I tested it with ice water and boiling water and it seems to be pretty accurate. I've already cooked some steaks using it and they came out perfect. Plan to use it a lot with my smoker and expect good results there too. I love that it has the magnets so I can stick on the fridge, the grill or the smoker and it's always handy. And you really can't beat the price at under $10!" —FCC

Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in two colors).

26. Let an outdoor drink stakes set hold your beer while you tend to the fire pit or check out how those burgers are faring on the grill.

Promising review: "As always, my order was shipped quickly and in perfect condition. I love the bright colors and they are tall and sturdy. They are perfect for bottles, cabs, and cups... Not so good with stemmed wine glasses! No problem: I just ordered silicone stemless wineglasses!" —LaDonna Clark

Get a set of six from Amazon for $39.95 (available in two colors). Or get a set made for stemmed wine glasses here.

27. Make it through hot (or honest, whatever-temp days) with a shaved-ice maker to help whip up all kinds of kid- or adult-friendly treats. (Um, just saying a Loverboy would be really great as a shaved ice.)

Promising review: "Bought as a surprise to grandkids. They love it and a half way healthy snack for them on hot summer days. Helps keep them hydrated! Very simple to use, like that you can use regular ice and don’t need to use a special ice mold worth the extra cost for that. Safe even for the kids to use. Simple to assemble." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $54.99.

28. Give your outdoor surfaces (and even your siding on the back of your house) an oh-so-satisfying "after" with a power washer.

Promising review: "Great product! I did my entire fence line with the 15-degree nozzle, and it blasted off 15 years of mold and sun fading with ease... Definitely recommend! Next up the driveway..." —Trent

Get it from Amazon for $159.20.

29. Bring a little luxury (and shade) to your patio with a fancy umbrella that reviewers love for their patio but also take along to the beach. But if you're landlocked, you still have lots of fab backyard ops.

Beach State is a small business specializing in premium, high-quality beach umbrellas.

Check out aTikTok of the umbrella in action.

Promising review: "This umbrella is exactly what my family was looking for as our everyday beach umbrella — large diameter, high quality, and cute retro design. It is a higher end umbrella but still slightly less expensive than the other big name designer beach gear company that we were considering. It is easy to pop up and stays standing, and we’ve had many compliments from other people at the beach asking where we got it. The customer service from the company was excellent. Would definitely recommend these umbrellas!" —Taryn

Get it from Amazon for $116.86+ (available in six colors).

30. Extend your backyard time by investing in a lighted umbrella that'll tilt (literally) to your whims and give you the right amount of shade and light when/where you want it.

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Note that this includes just the umbrella, not the table!

Promising review: "I normally don’t like buying products like this sight unseen, but I’m very pleased with the look and especially with the solar lighting. We enjoyed a pleasant evening on the deck with just the right amount of ambient light tonight, and we are hopeful that it will prove to be durable." —Dee Williams

Get it from Amazon for $71.99+ (available in 11 color combos).

31. Or if you like your existing umbrella but could use the extra light, consider a clip-on light.

It has three different brightness options so you can set *~the mood~* perfectly. It also requires AA batteries, so be sure to pick those up as well.

Promising review: "This light is great!!! It has three settings, to adjust the amount of brightness you need. Lowest level is great for just sitting around your patio table and having a couple of drinks with friends. Brightest setting is PERFECT for playing cards! We play cards a few times a month. We decided to try and play outside. There are two 70+-year-olds who did not complain that they couldn’t see. So, works great in my book! 😁" —Mandie Jordan

Get it from Amazon for $9.99.

32. Attach a roll of faux ivy to ugly wire fencing, railing, or a trellis to obscure a view you don't love.

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Promising review: "This is the second privacy screen I've purchased from Amazon. I have an area in my garden visible from the street. The screen hides all my gardening stuff (i.e. wheelbarrow, buckets, etc.). It truly looks like the real deal!!!" —soooz

Get a 94-inch X 39-inch roll from Amazon for $31.99 (available in two other sizes).

33. Place a handsome privacy screen as a design element that'll also help obscure something less than desirable (like recycling bins or a neighbor's super ugly swing set).

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Promising review: "My husband and I purchased two of these for our backyard patio so we can have some privacy from our neighbors. The height is perfect. If you're looking for a privacy wall I would suggest purchasing two. We added river rocks inside each of the planter boxes and filled it completely to the top to support our privacy wall in the strong winds.

***Update*** It’s been over a year since I purchased this product, and this held up throughout Northeast Ohio windy lake effect snow storms without any problem! I am so happy my river rocks worked and I also tied this down to my deck railings during the winter as an extra precaution. As long as you weigh it down and secure it properly you won’t have any issues." —Kristina Marie

Get it from Amazon for $349.98.

34. Make a lil' oasis for yourself — even in the smallest of backyards! — with a hanging lounge chair your dog will adore too.

Promising review: "The only problem I have with this chair is: I only have one of them and the whole family now fights over it! Seriously, it is THAT comfortable and relaxing. Pretty easy to put together, my husband got it all assembled in less than an hour and then proceeded to open up a beer and fall asleep in it next to the pool, HA! I like to take my laptop out with me and work in it as the moveable umbrella shades my screen. Love love LOVE it!!" —Erin S

Get it from Amazon for $239.99+ (available in 15 colors).

35. Bring the island(-ish) vibes to your landlocked home with a light-up palm tree as a fun lighting option where you need it.

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Lots of reviewers actually bought this to use as a Christmas tree!

Promising review: "The palm tree was a perfect addition to our backyard patio! We like it very much. Everything about it works great." —James Poppe

Get it from Amazon for $63.99+ (available in six heights).

36. Set up shop in your new grass-side paradise with a double hammock you totally have permission to use just by yourself.

FYI, this includes a spreader bar for easy setup and can hold up to 450 lbs.

Promising review: "This hammock is much more comfortable than any of those that we’ve had in the past. It looks great in the yard and is very comfortable and soft." —D

Get it from Amazon for $69.89+ (available in seven colors).

37. Invest in a set of s'mores sticks to safely reach closer to the fire for you so you can achieve the perfect level of toasted on that marshmallow. It's extremely important!

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Promising review: "These roasting sticks will get the job done. They retract easily and will be perfect for light use (roasting marshmallows) with our fire pit. Not extremely sturdy but not flimsy either. The metal points are not sharp which is a good thing if kids are handling them. I like the storage pouch it comes with too." —Sheri J. O

Get a set of five from Amazon for $5.99+ (available in six color combos).

38. Tap into your fam's interests with cute Brontosaurus sculptures. Don't worry, no lawyer is getting eaten by a T-Rex in a bathroom stall so you can marvel at these.

Uncommon Goods

Get them from Uncommon Goods for $90+ each (available in two sizes). Also check out some similar velociraptor garden sculptures.

39. Brighten up a railing thanks to some colorful flower pots with draining holes and hooks so the plants inside can ~thrive~ while they sit there looking pretty. (Don't worry, artificial flowers will thrive in there too.)

Promising review: "Planted succulents in each one and hung off my white fence in backyard. Looks great." —Truggi

Get 10 from Amazon for $18.59+ (available in two sizes and three colors).

40. Establish a garden focal point with an easy-to-install trellis. This one's made of PVC so it'll be super easy to take care of!

Wayfair

It's just ready and waiting for a vine you can train to climb it!

Promising review: "⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easy assembly, lightweight yet sturdy, used outside on a freshly made patio! Added ivy and solar lights along with solar fireflies! The stakes for these are super strong and easy to put into the ground. This set up with a turtle fountain, solar accent lighting, some plants, a chiminae, and the fencing for covering the garbage bins has the neighbors stopping by with envy!" —Dena

Get it from Wayfair for $51.99 (originally $122.99, available in two colors).

41. Or really create an outdoor room within your backyard thanks to a dome trellis you can train plants onto for a straight-up magical effect.

Sunrise Domes / Etsy

Sunrise Domes is a South Killingly, Connecticut-based biz that specializes in geodesic domes. Reviewers also use these structures from this Etsy shop as sculptures or even to contain their yard turkeys!

Get it from Sunrise Domes on Etsy for $1,650.

42. Rig up a sunshade triangle rather than a canopy over the patio or the kids' sandbox to block up to 95% of UV rays and keep things a bit cooler.

Promising review: "My pool is awesome when it gets into the hundreds of degrees here in California. We decided to grab a 20x20x20 triangle and holy cow does it do a number on the backyard! Not only does it keep my pool better-shaded, but it also keeps the sun off of my back patio during the hottest part of the day." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $25.98+ (available in lots of sizes and 14 colors).

43. Let the good times roll (sorry) with a set of jumbo lawn dice you can keep handy for those lazy afternoons when you wanna do something besides just sit around in your wonderful new outdoor rooms.

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But what do you do with them? Well, you can use them to play huge versions of your favorite dice games or invent your own! Plus, they come with dry-erase game boards to keep all participants honest ;).

Promising review: "So much fun!! I have two boys, 9 and 6, who are very tough on toys, and these dice hold up great to their wear 'n' tear. Perfect evening game to play in the backyard during the summer. Durable carry case hold everything neatly till the next game!" —HeatherE

Get them from Amazon for $37.54.

44. Provide your dog with a wading pool to cool off in so every member of the fam can make good use of the great outdoors on your lil' patch of land! And in case you're wondering, yes, it's great for ducks.

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It isn't inflatable like other little pools, so you don't have to worry about your dog puncturing it. Plus it's foldable so can be more easily stored. And while we're on the subject, check out hot weather pet tips from the ASPCA.

Promising review: "The perfect size for our golden retriever (80 lbs). Easy to open, unfold, fill up, and put away! Very happy I selected this model and size when searching for a pool for him." —Katy Ryan

Get it from Amazon for $39.99.

45. Make the pool look even cooler at night with some color-changing inflatable pool balls. (Psst, they're solar-powered and last about eight hours on a single charge.)

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Each light cycles through red, blue, white, and green.

Promising review: "My pool is so old school and boring that I bought these to liven it up, and what a difference!! My pool went from 'meh' to WOW! The balls are easily inflated by mouth like a beach ball. Once inflated, a few hours in the sun, they are charged and ready to go. They light up after dusk ( it has to be rather dark). There is no manual way to power them on or off; they glow all night long. The changing colors are vibrant and very beautiful. They have a loop at the top if you would like to hang them. They would be magical, hanging in a tree or from a pergola. I really liked how easy these were to fill and charge, and I like the solar power and the amazing color display. They make my inner child happy." —J. Matheson

Get a set of four from Amazon for $69.99.

46. Give into last summer's urge of buying an above-ground pool to help you clock soooo much cool time in your backyard without having to do construction.

Promising review: "We are so happy with our purchase so far. This pool is plenty big for our purposes and was well within our budget. It took more than 60 minutes to set it up but it wasn't terrible. There were four of us working. We are fortunate to have a flat concrete slab in the back yard that was just large enough for this pool so I can't comment on leveling dirt, etc. The concrete is pitted though so we bought an extra pad to put under it to make it a bit softer against any potential sharp edges. The sand filter is nice. We've used traditional filters in the past on a much smaller pool and this seems like it will be easier to maintain in the long run." —Mad Cassandra

Get it from Amazon for$569.99+ (available in three sizes).

47. Or try an inflatable lounge pool that'll make less of an impact on your budget and you can set up solo.

It's also got a bench and cup holders!

Promising review: "I have had this pool for about two weeks now and I LOVE IT!!! Was simple to set up, I got a little electric pump and it took about 10 minutes to inflate, then about half an hour to fill with water. Pay attention to making sure you set it up on level ground or it will be lopsided. It is probably good for two adults, maybe one adult and a couple of kids. The built-in seat and headrest are really quite comfy and relaxing. I will definitely buy this same pool again if it springs a leak and can't be fixed, if I could give it a 10 stars I would. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it!!!" —kathryn j.

Get it from Amazon for $51.23.

48. Create some beautiful, enchanging fun with a giant bubble kit when all the other toys get a bit tired. (Adults will love this too!)

South Beach Bubbles is a small biz specializing in bubble kits. The kit comes with the giant bubble wand, two pouches of bubble concentrate, and a booklet to help you become a skilled bubble creator!

Promising review: "Love this!! Easy for kids to use — my six-year-old son figured it out pretty quick — and fun for adults as well (my husband and I might have played with it as much as our son did...) Makes amazing bubbles. The bubble mix it comes with is fantastic." —Thomas Durant

Get it from Amazon for $15.19+ (available in seven styles).

49. And check out 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 $139.98 (also available in tan or gray).

50. Mount an outdoor fan to the corner of your patio to keep a breeze going because even if your setup has ceiling fans, sometimes that isn't enough in mid-July. Also, circulating air will decrease the number of bugs that bother you.