I pretty much hate plain concrete patios. But let’s face it, most of us have ’em. They are boring and just plain… well, plain. A couple of seasons ago we stained one of our concrete patios, and that was a good solution. But I’m always on the hunt for something different, and am in the need to do my back patio soon, because yes, it is boring me to death!  Check out these DIY concrete patio cover-ups! Our featured project above & below is from Lowes. This concrete stain “rug” is easy and fast. They have a great tutorial including the pattern template!

 

From Beneath My Heart, try this DIY tile look concrete stain project…

 

Along those same lines, find out how to paint concrete from the tutorial at Handmade Home.

 

Want a more permanent solution? Family Handyman has a complete step by step for you on how to cover a concrete patio with pavers. No jackhammer here!

 

Give a tile facelift to an ordinary concrete porch, from DIY Network. Step by step photos.

 

View Along the Way installed this DIY stained deck over their existing concrete patio. Great instructions!

 

Renew your concrete patio with stain and some expert tips from Family Handyman.

 

Finally, First Home Love Life updated her front porch with a stepping stone mold and spray paint on the concrete! Easy tutorial!