Weekend Makeovers

A few simple changes can yield big results. Our room-by-room guide features done-in-a-day makeovers you can easily tackle in a weekend.

10 Ways to Pretty Up Your Porch

Our motto: Never waste a view. Here's how to create a dreamy porch that's all about taking in the scenery and feeling the breeze|By Megan Baker and Linda Hirst

Photo courtesy of The Hammock Company

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There's nothing better than a hammock for porch or patio relaxation. Water-repellant canvas is mold- and mildew-resistant. A polyfill insert makes it as cushy as a bed but durable enough for outdoor use. Bonus: It's quilted, so it won't leave rope marks on your back.

Buy it: Quilted Duracord Hammock in Beach, $200; hammockcompany.com.