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The £5 Home Bargains buy that can turn your patio into an expensive ‘outdoor living room' in an instant

The £5 Home Bargains buy that can turn your patio into an expensive ‘outdoor living room' in an instant

Scottish Sun15-05-2025

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PRETTY PATIO The £5 Home Bargains buy that can turn your patio into an expensive 'outdoor living room' in an instant
IF you're preparing your patio ahead of the summer, a simple addition can instantly level up your space.
According to decor experts, you can turn your outdoor area into a living room with one quick touch.
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Home Bargains shoppers can pick up a budget buy that instantly elevates their patios (stock image)
Whether you're planning on hosting friends for barbecues or are simply planning to lounge in the sun, this budget buy makes your patio furniture more cosy and inviting.
You can add instant comfort to your set up with some outdoor cushions.
And you can now pick up The Outdoor Edit Travellers Bazaar Cushion for just £4.99 from Home Bargains.
The stylish buy is available in bird pattern, a tropical pattern, or a pink pattern.
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According to manufacturers, the "vibrant" cushion helps to add a "splash of summer" to your garden.
They described the decor item as "perfect for lounging in the sun and brightening up your garden furniture".
The tropical design adds a dash of colour to your space, brightening your outdoor furniture.
And as well as making your time lounging in the sun more comfortable, these cushions can also level up your patio set up.
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David Harris, design director at Andrew Martin, spoke to Women & Home about the advantages to outdoor cushions.
"We shouldn't have to compromise when using fabrics outside," he explained.
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"Long gone are the days of slippery nylon cushions and covers.
"Now there is a whole host of luxurious and well-designed fabrics that can be used."
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This addition helps to make your garden feel luxurious, creating an outdoor living room vibe.
As well as cushions, throws and outdoor rugs are also great ways to invite colour and pattern to your garden.
Another benefit of outdoor rugs is they can help to minimise noise in your garden.
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A £3 garden decoration from Aldi that turns your outdoor space into a "lush oasis".
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And the Aldi outdoor patio furniture, including a rattan effect corner sofa.
A Home Bargains buy adds a touch of glamour to your garden for less than £20.
And you can pick up a budget-friendly gadget from the shop that attracts birds to your garden.
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The Outdoor Edit Travellers Bazaar Cushion is available for just £4.99 from Home Bargains
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