Amazing Patio Garden Transformation on a Tiny Budget!

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  • Here in my farmhouse in rural france, lam transforming an unsightly area in the garden.No need to cost a fortune, with careful planning. Using reclaimed materials, and a few tricks of the trade it can be achieved in a few days.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 136

  • @deannfausett3923
    @deannfausett3923 Місяць тому +68

    I just love how you plan a project and then look around your place and try to use what you already have. I admire that mindset so much!

  • @jackiep691
    @jackiep691 Місяць тому +29

    I like that you alway find exactly what looks right laying around and repurpose it . ❤

  • @sniderspider7034
    @sniderspider7034 Місяць тому +25

    What a build! I like seeing your wheels a turning as you figure things out, how you remember where things are is a mystery, especially when what you want is usually at the bottom of a pile! I really enjoyed today with the breezes and doves cooing in the background.

  • @lizzymoore54
    @lizzymoore54 Місяць тому +14

    Recycling at its finest. You’ve done a fantastic job, all round Sean. I know your wife and son are so proud of you ! Always the outside of the box thinker and gentleman. 😊

  • @sharonheron7559
    @sharonheron7559 Місяць тому +12

    Your property has its own small reclamation yard! Can’t wait to see the finished result. HQ was right in her observation ❤

  • @nualarosth8448
    @nualarosth8448 Місяць тому +15

    I really think that it would be money well spent to get the same pavers as you have started with in front of the other cottages

  • @hiltonr1845
    @hiltonr1845 Місяць тому +20

    I would stick with the same pavers as before Sean and use the small tiles elsewhere

  • @diannedutton6127
    @diannedutton6127 Місяць тому +10

    Just by removing the tree made it look so much better!

  • @SecondlookNZ
    @SecondlookNZ Місяць тому +8

    I vote big slabs as its more consistent with the other ones. Save the smaller ones for the greenhouse. Looking good though!

  • @hermenegildoandreiuolo9223
    @hermenegildoandreiuolo9223 13 днів тому +1

    You are extraordiner!!!

  • @marysell6184
    @marysell6184 Місяць тому +6

    Another very interesting project, Sean! Well done. Looking forward to seeing the finished transformation of the amazing patio garden area.

  • @nicolinavincelli9369
    @nicolinavincelli9369 Місяць тому +8

    What a difference a little dirt and time make, just amazing, thank you for sharing.

  • @marilynwade9448
    @marilynwade9448 Місяць тому +18

    Those smooth tiles look more suitable for inside work.

    • @lynnmahoney6283
      @lynnmahoney6283 Місяць тому +4

      Yes, they look out of place there.

    • @sandifoster8782
      @sandifoster8782 Місяць тому +3

      yes, use bigger tiles..

    • @mandyedgar4663
      @mandyedgar4663 Місяць тому +2

      I think those tiles are going to be a hazzard for your paying guests in wet weather just my opinion sorry

  • @mitchsaraheggers
    @mitchsaraheggers Місяць тому +2

    Hi Sean’s World. Always enjoy your videos

  • @pfolmo
    @pfolmo Місяць тому +4

    Love what u r doing. As u r asking, I think using the same slabs u have used for the other cottages would look nicer xxx

  • @michaelthornley
    @michaelthornley Місяць тому +4

    Well done and much better Sean. I must say I am with Sam and my OCD living on a building site for years would have worked overtime! (laughing at myself here). Yet having said that at least the roof tiles are nicely place hahaha.... HOWEVER, I admire the hard work that you do brother and just having a laugh together :)

  • @SylviaSchenkelsvan57
    @SylviaSchenkelsvan57 Місяць тому +3

    Great work again Sean! It's always good to re-use what you have. Well done!💋

  • @janeblandford852
    @janeblandford852 Місяць тому +4

    The front of the cottages have come a long way Sean from the day you first started. You should show a before and after shot of the entire front. It looks so cleaned up and inviting now. I know you have some tiles in front....but it still looks so good!!

  • @TheCrusader50
    @TheCrusader50 Місяць тому +4

    I love the idea of repurposing stuff Sean but I like consistency too do I think you should go with slabs as that will match what you have along the length of the buildings already.

  • @stephaniegaromon3244
    @stephaniegaromon3244 Місяць тому +3

    I think it’s going to be a very pretty patio that compliments the beautiful stone building. Fun video. Thank you Sean. ❤

  • @Ruth-uj1dm
    @Ruth-uj1dm Місяць тому +13

    I like those tiles for the seating area. Yes they're smaller, but they add some nice color to the area. Nice find Sean. Mind your back please.

  • @BettyKoehler-zg5sv
    @BettyKoehler-zg5sv Місяць тому +10

    Sean, the tiles looks really nice on your “new” patio. I hope you have enough to finish! I must say, you are a good husband to do what Sam would like done! When the wife is happy, all is right with the world! Love from Pennsylvania, USA💕🌷🐻

  • @normamurray4450
    @normamurray4450 Місяць тому +1

    What a transformation! I love your creativity.

  • @juliemix3373
    @juliemix3373 Місяць тому +4

    Sean, this is such a neat transformation idea. It looks much better already. You always have such good ideas.
    Cheers

  • @BA-ef4pr
    @BA-ef4pr Місяць тому +2

    I love the red tiles!
    Cheers from California

  • @sharonjackson1445
    @sharonjackson1445 Місяць тому +2

    The stones are
    Perfect for the
    Patio Sean. Nice
    Color.😊

  • @sandradrees5499
    @sandradrees5499 26 днів тому

    Love what you do Sean! The tiles are a great choice as they bring out the lovely red tones in the stone walls of the building. Good job. Lokking forward to seeing it finished. Well done 👏👏👏

  • @lisajahn6839
    @lisajahn6839 Місяць тому +23

    Excellent episode! Thank you all! Be well, stay safe all. 😊❤🎉👍💖🥰

  • @GoldenLady9779
    @GoldenLady9779 Місяць тому +2

    Looks really nice 😄

  • @shanerowe1282
    @shanerowe1282 Місяць тому +3

    Sean, it would look better if you kept the path consistent by using the same paving stones as you already have in place

  • @nelleg152
    @nelleg152 Місяць тому +6

    Its great you reuse when possible ❤

  • @Mej_Javiky
    @Mej_Javiky Місяць тому

    I am on board with using the small tiles. I just love watching your propblem solving skills.

  • @josephinebrown7827
    @josephinebrown7827 Місяць тому +2

    Loved this video thank you ❤

  • @daynight4902
    @daynight4902 Місяць тому +4

    Best

  • @sallyhook798
    @sallyhook798 Місяць тому +6

    Not very keen on the small tiles Sean. They aren't in keeping with the old cottage. I understand the need to re-use things but they'd be better in the greenhouse. Keep up the good work. 😊

    • @Seans_World
      @Seans_World  Місяць тому +2

      Enough to do greenhouse aswell

  • @MaryDiplock
    @MaryDiplock Місяць тому +4

    The color of the tile doesn't complment the soft colors of the stone...in fact it really clashes

  • @beckyecklund5773
    @beckyecklund5773 Місяць тому

    Sean I love the patio the tiles look right and the whole space is so much bigger it's great 😊

  • @janetwhitney233
    @janetwhitney233 Місяць тому

    Yes Sean the architectural elements of the end cottage are awesome,right down to the grated window. I just love the way it looks.

  • @ruthscott5166
    @ruthscott5166 Місяць тому +2

    Nice project, Sean. So glad you removed the elderberry tree - I remember you had a wasp issue with it last year. Can't wait to see what you decide to do. Cheers!

  • @annfinnegan2791
    @annfinnegan2791 Місяць тому +9

    I wouldnt use those small tiles .the other larger tiles youve been using would look better .

  • @gregbolitho9775
    @gregbolitho9775 29 днів тому

    Elderberry Bush with berries equals Elderberry Wine. Aww geez its a bugga bein old. I remember and old black and white movie from the 1944. Arsenic and Old Lace. Cary Grant I believe.

  • @creative227
    @creative227 24 дні тому

    I do my projects this way too. I prefer to use what I have and my friends know what casts offs they have to send my way. I tuck them away knowing I’ll find a use for them at some point!
    More plants to soften the edges will improve the look and fit perfectly with the cottage. I love the aesthetic of the rustic European look.

  • @Robin-xr2tz
    @Robin-xr2tz Місяць тому +1

    Wow Sean you do keep busy!!

  • @SweetOne.
    @SweetOne. Місяць тому

    I think HQ will approve, gets the patio done and uses up a pile of tiles getting them out of the way. Well done!

  • @TheHugobobo
    @TheHugobobo Місяць тому +1

    You make it look so easy Sean!

  • @gardenlady1293
    @gardenlady1293 Місяць тому +5

    You can replant the elder by putting cuttings with at least two nodes on them in the ground where you want an elder hedgeto grow. Great job!

  • @etoileswart3476
    @etoileswart3476 Місяць тому +1

    Hi Sean ,following you for a long time.I am jealous when you go to a boulangerie to get croissants and coffee. But if I can make a suggestion, please use the beautiful small tiles with cement ,inside and get larger tiles or stones for outside. For more
    stability and durability. But what do I know.

  • @gwenlillianlondon3772
    @gwenlillianlondon3772 Місяць тому +2

    I do like the recycling that you do. I always scout around the garden, back of shed etc to see what I have that can be utlised. Will you have enough tiles to extend across the side patio later, from that path? PS: what is "heighth" 🤣😂😁

  • @susandellet7121
    @susandellet7121 Місяць тому +6

    Ivy is blight near home trees or garden

  • @shawnathon60
    @shawnathon60 Місяць тому

    Great vid,, love DiY landscaping,.. I did my buddys back yard 20 years ago, still holding up. Keep on keepin on!

  • @treehuggingmusician595
    @treehuggingmusician595 Місяць тому +10

    I think the small tiles and wooden beams will turn into a beautiful, unique patio that's goes perfectly with the stone building.

  • @archiebald4717
    @archiebald4717 Місяць тому +2

    Amazing!

  • @DemelzaBoing
    @DemelzaBoing Місяць тому +5

    Greetings Sean.

  • @inkmetal1
    @inkmetal1 Місяць тому +2

    Didn't Tom get the rock garden planted in time for you to start harvesting rocks for all your projects. I have my own parking space at the building supply. If you leave the roof on the lean to you will have a covered patio.

  • @chrisfrear8933
    @chrisfrear8933 Місяць тому +16

    What a sweet little window with 20 panes!

  • @paulinegoldsmith7301
    @paulinegoldsmith7301 Місяць тому

    PG Tips Good job done looks so much better well done 👍👏👏👏👏👏👏🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

  • @serenityphotographs
    @serenityphotographs Місяць тому +3

    Oh my… what would we do if Sam wasn’t there to keep you in check Sean…lol

  • @janamathis4729
    @janamathis4729 Місяць тому +2

    That's a nice old tool/implement you have in the doorway behind the area you are working. Expect no less from you!!

  • @StonedustandStardust
    @StonedustandStardust Місяць тому

    🙂❤Enjoyed the process.

  • @lindawebb5244
    @lindawebb5244 Місяць тому

    Looks great

  • @1bighubba
    @1bighubba 25 днів тому

    Great Job!!!

  • @monabale8263
    @monabale8263 Місяць тому +2

    5:05; can you spray it with some 30 % vinegar? it worked on the violently invasive bermuda grass that tried to conquer my garden here in oklahoma.
    victoriam invasionis!

  • @lynnmahoney6283
    @lynnmahoney6283 Місяць тому +4

    Will look much better to see the rock wall, of the building side, instead of the “shack looking” lean to. Been waiting for that to come down.

    • @Seans_World
      @Seans_World  Місяць тому +1

      Me too but for now it's important dry storage

  • @melissaroth4467
    @melissaroth4467 Місяць тому +2

    Was that the dolly or your joints squeaking when you moved the beam? lol😅🤣😂

  • @hermenegildoandreiuolo9223
    @hermenegildoandreiuolo9223 13 днів тому

    I'd like to have one like you in Brazil. Extraordiner. Look's extremely beautiful

  • @peterwhite9261
    @peterwhite9261 Місяць тому +7

    Sean, I love how you go shopping in your outdoor garden and come up with what you need. The patio will be beautiful when you are done.❤

  • @ansis86
    @ansis86 Місяць тому +6

    I have admit I don’t really like those tiles there, they’re too small in comparison to everything else around them, they dont have the rustic natural look you’ve used everywhere else, and they just look like indoor tiles. But they are free so I guess that’s a big plus in their favour!

  • @adm19481
    @adm19481 Місяць тому +2

    Thanks

    • @Seans_World
      @Seans_World  Місяць тому +3

      Hi Adm thank you 😊 that's very kind

  • @smgreenartsprivate
    @smgreenartsprivate Місяць тому +1

    I thought you were using those tiles in the cottage? unsure those will cope well outside though and won't match with your other paving work. I had thought the end bits were actually where you lived and it wasn't empty. Having the ground raised a bit will protect the cottage from flooding. This work will at least help you on your way when you are renovating this half of the property.

  • @paulsackett3613
    @paulsackett3613 Місяць тому +2

    Save the tiles for the greenhouse. Just put in chat/shingle for now and keep your eyes open for a farmer or builder with excess rocks.

    • @Seans_World
      @Seans_World  Місяць тому +1

      Not as common as l would hope

  • @TerriJansma-dn8go
    @TerriJansma-dn8go Місяць тому +4

    You must keep HQ happy! Orders from on high take precedence over everything else. So funny!

  • @annettewalter2273
    @annettewalter2273 Місяць тому

    I think your Commanding Officer has a good eye Sean. I see things like that and it niggles until I do it. Being 81 years old I have to pick my days but I get things done, sometimes with some help from my Brother and SIL.

  • @jangriffiths8013
    @jangriffiths8013 Місяць тому +1

    Just wondering why you didn't pull out the elderberry roots. Would that have damaged the stone wall?

  • @janetmackinnon3411
    @janetmackinnon3411 Місяць тому +6

    You get so much done! But be careful of your back, please.

  • @susanhill3147
    @susanhill3147 Місяць тому +1

    If the farmer’ s having the clay you should see if you can have the bread oven !!!!🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🇬🇧

  • @NicolaAllan-dq4fo
    @NicolaAllan-dq4fo Місяць тому +6

    You are such a hard worker, such fantastic ideas, love how your recycling materials you already have, you are an inspiration! Thank you ❤😊

  • @gerdavos747
    @gerdavos747 Місяць тому

    The elderij flower is good to stop the mosquito's!

    • @gerdavos747
      @gerdavos747 Місяць тому

      when you don't dig it out with all the roots he will come back soon!

  • @TLMarzewski
    @TLMarzewski Місяць тому +5

    So much fun watching you find just the right piece from your property!

  • @dyannejohnson6184
    @dyannejohnson6184 Місяць тому +4

    Must be very satisfying to stand back and see how nice the whole length of the drive looks…..oh my goodness those tiles are absolutely gorgeous!

  • @annettesharrock1236
    @annettesharrock1236 Місяць тому +7

    I like the small tiles .but makes th job a bit longer though Sean . I dare say Sam will decide😂😘

  • @dragonflyhill5748
    @dragonflyhill5748 Місяць тому +4

    H Q is on target!!

  • @jbart5260
    @jbart5260 Місяць тому +7

    I love how you reuse and repurpose.

  • @YouuuMaddddBroooo
    @YouuuMaddddBroooo Місяць тому +6

    Take care of that back Sean...gonna be lovely😊

  • @suehall3298
    @suehall3298 Місяць тому +2

    You have a mixed bag of likes & dislikes on the tiles well
    I really like the tiles & the colour 👍🤗☕🍰💐☕🍰
    Love Sue❤❤❤🇬🇧❤❤❤

  • @mollymoe222
    @mollymoe222 Місяць тому +6

    I like the small tiles; they add a spot of color.

  • @judithburke1539
    @judithburke1539 6 днів тому

    Putting down a tarp and putting the elder branches on it, then drag them out of the way, making one trip instead of several trips.

  • @pennycampbell7458
    @pennycampbell7458 Місяць тому

    I planted an elder this year. Can’t wait for it to grow and flower. This is the first time for me. I didn’t notice you pulling the roots out. Will the elder grow back?

    • @Seans_World
      @Seans_World  Місяць тому +1

      Possibly if l don't pour vinegar salt and detergent on it

  • @BeverleyFiske
    @BeverleyFiske Місяць тому +2

    No doubt about you Sean you can make something
    Out of nothing good for you having all of the left overs that have been stored over the years

  • @cecoya
    @cecoya Місяць тому +4

    This small patio area is going to look great when finished. I do love the tiles you have there currently as well. A nice oasis when it comes to looking out at the sunrise or sunset drinking tea with friends and/or family. Great job Sean and have a great day

  • @lindahill9215
    @lindahill9215 Місяць тому +2

    Sean, I love the way you as you say " bits and bobs ". You find things and put them together to make something beautiful 😊

  • @mostlyinterested1016
    @mostlyinterested1016 Місяць тому

    Glad to see the Minister of Home Affairs stepped in and ordered the patio remediation. Hate to see you get fired, Sean.

  • @danajhasalvegas5819
    @danajhasalvegas5819 Місяць тому +1

    I'm hooked, your videos popped up on my feed. You sir, are a incredible builder. What a terrific "up-cycled" video. The cottage is just beautiful. To create this patio.... I love it 🎉

    • @Seans_World
      @Seans_World  Місяць тому +1

      Hi there 😊 thank you for your kindness much appreciated see you soon

  • @katharinaaureliuschrigstro1672
    @katharinaaureliuschrigstro1672 Місяць тому +2

    Looks very nice with the tills.

  • @wandacasper5612
    @wandacasper5612 Місяць тому +4

    Everything looks great. Lot of hard work, it shows

  • @diamondperidot
    @diamondperidot Місяць тому +4

    I like the small tiles, they add a nice pop of color.

  • @janehoward1950
    @janehoward1950 Місяць тому +2

    Another Great Video Sean with good content and already the front is looking good although not finished - take it easy with heavy lifting ❤

  • @carlaaijtink2586
    @carlaaijtink2586 Місяць тому +4

    Love the little tiles for the terras❤

  • @LC-bb6jd
    @LC-bb6jd Місяць тому +2

    Great job recycling!!

  • @MK-Farm-Michigan
    @MK-Farm-Michigan Місяць тому +4

    I like the tiles.

  • @ceilwloczewski7656
    @ceilwloczewski7656 Місяць тому +9

    Paint the doors same color blue as others.